The Lenovo Yoga 7i 14 (2021) is a 2-in-1 convertible Windows laptop available with an Intel Core i5-1135G7 or Core i7-1165G7 CPU, and up to 16GB of memory and 1TB of storage. It has a 1080 IPS display, a 720p webcam, and Wi-Fi 6. Its port selection includes one USB-A and two USB-C/Thunderbolt 4 ports, with the latter supporting Power Delivery 3.0 for fast charging of the laptop and of other mobile devices plugged into the port. It supports pen input (Wacom AES) but doesn't come with a stylus. Other features include a fingerprint sensor for quick logins and a privacy cover for the webcam.
Our Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga 7i is good for school use. It's a well-built laptop that's easy to carry around, and its battery lasts a little over 15 hours of light productivity, so you don't have to worry about bringing the charger with you. The keyboard feels great to type on, and the touchpad is responsive. The display is sharp and provides enough space for multitasking, but it doesn't get bright enough to overcome glare in well-lit settings. Its Intel CPU can handle most student workloads like text formatting and web browsing; however, its integrated GPU isn't ideal for demanding tasks like graphic design or 3D animation.
- Very portable.
- Battery lasts a little over 15 hours of light productivity.
- CPU can handle most student workloads.
- Keyboard feels great to type on.
- Display doesn't get bright enough for use in well-lit settings.
- Integrated GPU isn't powerful enough for demanding workloads.
The Lenovo Yoga 7i is mediocre for gaming. Although its Intel CPU performs well, its integrated GPU isn't powerful enough to handle graphically demanding games. You can play some lighter mainstream titles, but you'll have to play with low graphical settings to get smooth gameplay. Also, it has a slow 60Hz display with no VRR support to reduce screen tearing. It doesn't get overly hot or loud under load, though, and there isn't much thermal throttling.
- Doesn't get overly hot or loud under load.
- Keyboard feels great to type on.
- CPU can handle moderately heavy workloads.
- Integrated GPU isn't powerful enough for demanding workloads.
- CPU throttles under load.
- 60Hz display and no VRR support.
- Memory isn't user-upgradeable.
The Lenovo Yoga 7i is good for media consumption. Its battery lasts over 13 hours of video playback, which is enough to get you through multiple full-length movies and TV show episodes. The screen is sharp and colorful; however, it's hard to use in well-lit settings because it doesn't get bright enough to overcome glare. It's also not the best for dark room viewing as its low contrast makes blacks look gray. On the upside, the speakers get very loud, and since it's a 2-in-1 convertible, you can use it in tablet or tent mode.
- Very portable.
- Loud speakers.
- Displays reasonably accurate colors out of the box.
- Display doesn't get bright enough for use in well-lit settings.
- Blacks look gray in dim environments.
The Lenovo Yoga 7i is decent as a workstation. Its Intel CPU performs well and can handle moderately heavy workloads; however, its integrated GPU isn't ideal for demanding tasks like video editing or 3D animation. On the upside, it doesn't get too hot or loud under load, and the CPU doesn't throttle much either. Also, it has two Thunderbolt 4 ports and a fast PCIe NVMe SSD for quick file transfers, and the SSD is user-replaceable, meaning you can swap it for a larger or faster drive later on.
- USB-C ports support Thunderbolt 4.
- Doesn't get overly hot or loud under load.
- Keyboard feels great to type on.
- CPU can handle moderately heavy workloads.
- Integrated GPU isn't powerful enough for demanding workloads.
- CPU throttles under load.
- Memory isn't user-upgradeable.
The Lenovo Yoga 7i is good for business use. It feels well-built, and it's very portable, thanks to its compact design. The battery lasts a little over 15 hours of light productivity, enough to get you through a typical workday with plenty of charge to spare. The keyboard feels great to type on, and the touchpad tracks well, but the webcam's video quality is just okay as the image looks soft and lacking in detail. Its Intel CPU can handle most productivity tasks like text formatting, spreadsheets, and presentations. It doesn't have an HDMI port, so you may need an adapter to connect an external display.
- Very portable.
- Battery lasts a little over 15 hours of light productivity.
- USB-C ports support Thunderbolt 4.
- Keyboard feels great to type on.
- CPU can handle most productivity tasks like text formatting and spreadsheets.
- Display doesn't get bright enough for use in well-lit settings.
- Webcam image looks soft and lacking in detail.
Changelog
- Updated Dec 07, 2023: Converted to Test Bench 0.8.2.
- Updated Nov 03, 2023: Converted to Test Bench 0.8.1.
- Updated Mar 07, 2023: We've updated the review to improve clarity and readability.
- Updated Mar 11, 2022: Review published.
Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the Lenovo Yoga 7i 14 with an Intel Core i5-1135G7 CPU, integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics, 8GB of memory, and 256GB of storage. The CPU, memory, and storage are configurable; you can see the available options in the table below. This review applies to all models with a model number starting with '82BH'.
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The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i 14 (2022) and the Lenovo Yoga 7i 14 (2021) are very similar 2-in-1 convertible laptops. The main differences between these two devices have to do with the display and CPU options, battery life, thermals, and webcam. The IdeaPad Flex 5i is available with faster Intel 12th Gen. CPUs, as well as sharper and brighter displays, including a 2.8K OLED panel with full DCI P3 coverage. It also has a better 1080p webcam for video calls. However, the Yoga 7i lasts much longer on battery, and it doesn't get as hot or loud under load.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 Flip OLED (2023) and the Lenovo Yoga 7i 14 (2021) are both 14-inch 2-in-1 convertible laptops intended for general productivity and everyday light use. The ASUS is a better device overall; it's available with newer, faster Intel CPUs, and it also provides a better user experience, sporting a sharper and brighter 90Hz OLED display, a more responsive touchpad, and a better 1080p webcam. However, its battery lasts only around eight hours of light use, which is significantly shorter than the Lenovo's 15-hour battery life.
The Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 (2023) is better than the Lenovo Yoga 7i 14 (2021) for most uses. While the newer 16-inch model isn't as portable, it does have a larger and sharper display for multitasking. The screen also gets brighter to combat glare, and its factory calibration is significantly better, making it suitable for color work like photo editing. The 16-inch model has a wider port selection, as it includes an additional USB-A port, an HDMI, and a MicroSD card reader. Performance-wise, the 16-inch model is available with newer and faster Intel 13th Gen CPUs, but it throttles more under load. Battery life is much better on the 14-inch model, lasting almost three hours longer.
The Lenovo Yoga 7i 14 (2021) and the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED (2024) are both productivity-focused ultraportables. However, they have different form factors, as the Lenovo is a 2-in-1 convertible, while the ASUS is a more traditional clamshell model. The ASUS is better overall regarding the user experience and performance, but it's more expensive since it's a newer, more premium model.
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