Framework Laptop 12 vs Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 Gen 9 (14AHP9)
30.7Performance44
26.5Display29.2
—Battery64
83.2Portability68.9
2 spec wins — Framework Laptop 123 spec wins — Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 Gen 9 (14AHP9)
InnoReviews verdict
Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 Gen 9 (14AHP9) wins this laptop face-off, 49.2 to 41.5, pulling ahead mainly in performance (+13) and display (+3). Framework Laptop 12 still makes sense if its price or standout specs fit your needs better.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 12
- Stronger portability score: 83 vs 69
- 21% lower weight: 1.3 kg vs 1.64 kg
- 14% higher Peak brightness: 400 nits vs 350 nits
- Lower launch price: $799 vs $1,350
Reasons to pick the Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 Gen 9 (14AHP9)
- Stronger performance score: 44 vs 31
- 100% higher RAM: 16 GB vs 8 GB
- 50% higher Refresh rate: 90 Hz vs 60 Hz
- 19% higher Screen size: 14.5 ″ vs 12.2 ″
Display
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 Gen 9 (14AHP9) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 12.2 ″ | 14.5 ″+19% |
| Panel type | IPS LCD | IPS (anti-glare, non-touch) |
| Resolution | 1920x1200 | 2560x1600 |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz+50% |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits+14% | 350 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 Gen 9 (14AHP9) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i3-1315U | AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS |
| Graphics | — | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 6GB Laptop |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM type | DDR5-5200 | LPDDR5x-6400 (soldered) |
| Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage type | — | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (one M.2 slot) |
Battery
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 Gen 9 (14AHP9) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | — | 73 Wh |
| Charging | — | 100 W |
Design
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 Gen 9 (14AHP9) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 1.3 kg+21% | 1.64 kg |
| Thickness | — | 16.6 mm |
| Material | Overmolded TPU over PC/ABS plastic with an inner metal frame | Aluminum (top and bottom) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 Gen 9 (14AHP9) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | Modular Expansion Card system (USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, MicroSD) | 1x USB4 (40Gbps, PD 3.0, DP 1.4), 1x USB-C 10Gbps (PD 3.0, DP 1.4), 1x USB-A 5Gbps (always on), HDMI 2.1, 3.5mm combo jack |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3 |
| Webcam | — | 1080p with IR and e-shutter |
| Biometrics | — | IR camera face unlock (no fingerprint reader) |
Software
| Spec | Framework Laptop 12 | Lenovo Yoga Pro 7 14 Gen 9 (14AHP9) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 / Linux | Windows 11 (Home or Pro) |
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