Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series) vs Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15", 9)
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46.6Performance38.8
87.6Graphicschip62.7
44.8Displayspec-based38.4
53.5Batteryspec-based60
40.2Portabilityspec-based75.8
7 spec wins — Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series)2 spec wins — Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15", 9)
InnoReviews verdict
This one is close to a dead heat: Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series) scores 51.9 against 51.7 for Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15", 9). Pick by the categories that matter to you — Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series) edges ahead in graphics and performance, or by price.
Which would you pick?
Key differences
Reasons to pick the Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series)
- Stronger performance score: 47 vs 39
- Stronger graphics score: 88 vs 63
- 269% higher charging: 240 W vs 65 W
- 100% higher storage: 1,024 GB vs 512 GB
- 38% higher Refresh rate: 165 Hz vs 120 Hz
Reasons to pick the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15", 9)
- 36% lower weight: 1.53 kg vs 2.4 kg
- 34% lower thickness: 13.9 mm vs 21 mm
Display
| Spec | Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series) | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15", 9) |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 16 ″+5% | 15.3 ″ |
| Panel type | IPS LCD (matte anti-glare, VRR, G-Sync support with RTX 5070 module) | IPS (multitouch) |
| Resolution | 2560x1600 | 2880x1800 |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz+38% | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 500 nits | 500 nits |
Performance
| Spec | Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series) | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15", 9) |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI 7 350 | Intel Core Ultra 7 256V |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU (8GB GDDR7, 100W, swappable Graphics Module) | Intel Arc Graphics 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM type | DDR5-5600 (SO-DIMM) | LPDDR5X-8533 (soldered) |
| Storage | 1,024 GB+100% | 512 GB |
| Storage type | M.2 2280 NVMe SSD | PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (M.2 2242) |
Benchmarks
| Spec | Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series) | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15", 9) |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench 6 (single) | 2,878+14%Top 36% | 2,531Bottom 26% |
| Geekbench 6 (multi) | 12,399+16%Bottom 38% | 10,711Bottom 15% |
| 3DMark Time Spy Graphics (GPU) | 13,644Top 31% | — |
Battery
| Spec | Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series) | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15", 9) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 85 Wh+21% | 70 Wh |
| Web browsing endurance | 8.3 h | — |
| Charging | 240 W+269% | 65 W |
Design
| Spec | Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series) | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15", 9) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 2.4 kg | 1.53 kg+36% |
| Thickness | 21 mm | 13.9 mm+34% |
| Material | CNC aluminum top cover with thixomolded magnesium alloy bottom cover | Aluminum (top and bottom) |
Connectivity
| Spec | Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series) | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15", 9) |
|---|---|---|
| Ports | 6x swappable Expansion Cards (USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, microSD/SD, 3.5mm audio options; four slots with display output and up to 240W charging, two with USB4), plus a USB-C port on the RTX 5070 module (display output, 240W charging) | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (power delivery, DisplayPort 2.1), 1x USB-A 5Gbps, HDMI 2.1, 3.5mm combo jack |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (AMD RZ717) | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | 5.4 |
| Webcam | 1080p 30fps (2nd Gen, 9.2MP OmniVision OV08X sensor, 87° FOV), hardware privacy switch | 1080p + IR with e-shutter and ToF sensor |
| Biometrics | Fingerprint reader (Windows Hello and Linux libfprint compatible) | IR face recognition (Windows Hello), no fingerprint reader |
Software
| Spec | Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen AI 300 Series) | Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition (15", 9) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home (DIY Edition ships without an OS; Linux supported) | Windows 11 Home / Pro |
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