•  Date Published: 28 Oct 2024
    • Intel Core Ultra 5 125U
    • Intel Graphics (4-Cores)
    • 14.0”, WUXGA (1920 x 1200), IPS
    • 1024GB SSD
    • 16GB RAM
    • 1.49 kg (3.3 lbs)
    6.2
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.3 Portability Very Good
    8.0 Display Excellent
    6.1 For Work Good
    4.2 For Gaming Average

    Review

    Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 in-depth review

    With the new Intel Meteor Lake chips, the laptop transformers have gotten a speed boost alongside AI functionality. Just like the Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 (14″, Gen 9) that is offered with two Intel Meteor Lake-H and two Meteor Lake-U series CPUs. If your main focus is performance, a 28W processor should be the way to go. On the other hand, if you want the best possible battery life, get an Intel Evo-certified laptop (option) with a 15W processor. This is a portable 2-in-1 machine and that's why you can rely on the iGPU inside the CPU. In this case, these are the Intel Arc (7-Cores) and Arc (8-Cores) which pack a punch despite being integrated solutions. The memory is soldered and the storage upgradability is limited which is normal since we are talking about a small and light machine.The[...]

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    Pros

    • Solid aluminum build
    • The fan remains almost quiet during full CPU loads in "Performance" mode
    • 100% sRGB and DCI-P3 coverage (LEN88AC)
    • High max brightness in SDR (387 nits) and HDR mode (594 nits) (LEN88AC)
    • Infinite contrast ratio + 16:10 aspect ratio (LEN88AC)
    • Good audio quality
    • Type-C charging
    • 1080p IR camera with an E-shutter
    • Modern I/O with two Thunderbolt 4 ports and MicroSD card reader
    • The CPU can sustain good clocks and power limits in short and medium loads (~2.8 GHz / 2.30GHz for the P and E cores + 53W)
    • Comfortable backlit keyboard plus smooth touchpad
    • Optional fingerprint reader and Intel Evo certification
    • Smooth 360-degree hinge that supports laptop, tent, stand, and tablet modes
    • Optional Lenovo Pen

    Cons

    • Soldered memory and just one M.2 slot
    • Low CPU P-core clocks and power limit in longer loads (1.14 GHz / 22W)
    • PWM usage (LEN88AC)

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Opening the DeviceUndo the seven Torx-head screws securing the bottom panel. Lift the top two corners with a thin plastic tool to create a gap and pry the sides. Pry the front of the panel. Do not pop the back; instead, lift the front of the panel and slide it forward to remove it.More info: Here's how the bottom panel looks on the inside.Battery RemovalUnplug the battery connector from the motherboard. Undo the 3 Phillips-head screws securing the battery. Lift the battery to remove it from the device.Note: The device uses a 71Wh battery, prov[...]

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