As a writer, a good laptop is my holy grail. After all, I spend at least eight hours a day staring at my laptop. Sure, I can work off a lousy but functional one, but the better it is, the more inspired I feel.
With the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Gen 9 Aura Edition, my productivity has been through the roof, if I can say so myself.
Here’s a breakdown of my experience with the laptop.
On the surface
A sleek and slim laptop, the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i is undoubtedly a powerful work companion.
At 1.46 kg, it’s got a bit of heft to it, but it’s a fairly good weight for a 15-inch device, plus the solid feeling to the device makes it feel premium and durable.
The slim nature of the device makes it super easy to slip into a briefcase, backpack, tote—you name it.
Compared to some of the laptops I’ve reviewed as of late, I do find the keyboard to be more satisfying to use as a writer, with a smooth, soft-matte finish. It’s said to be oil and water-resistant, and so far, that seems to be true.
I find my palm keeps brushing up against the touchpad when typing, though it usually doesn’t get triggered by these accidental touches.
Featuring the PureSight 15.3’’ 2.8K display with a 120Hz refresh rate, the colours on this laptop are nice and vibrant with a brightness that peaks at 500 nits. It’s not OLED, but feels like it. Matching this visual quality is the sonorous audio capabilities.
The auto-adjust on the brightness is helpful especially when outdoors, where light vastly changes from moment to moment.
The huge touchscreen makes it a useful laptop for collaborative and creative work as well.
This slim laptop has two Thunderbolt 4 USB-C ports, one on each side. The left side also features an HDMI monitor port and headphone jack. The right has a USB port, a power button, and a toggle for the webcam.
Beneath the cover
The camera is just alright, on par with typical laptop cameras. It’s kind of grainy with a fair bit of noise, but it’s acceptable for what it is.
Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and Intel Arc graphics, this laptop isn’t playing around when it comes to everyday use and then some. While not designed for gaming, it can certainly support it.
Moreover, the laptop offers a ridiculously long battery life—I find myself really pushing the limits of it when I’m out working. It holds up for a full day of productivity—and then some.
What about the AI?
And what’s a laptop nowadays without the incorporation of AI? For this Aura Edition laptop, Lenovo has also incorporated AI-based features to optimise performance, making sure your laptop runs efficiently without wasting power.
The functionality is similar to another Lenovo laptop I’ve tried recently—the Lenovo ThinkPad X9 Aura Edition.
Unfortunately, for the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i, I couldn’t seem to get the Smart Shield to work. This security is supposed to blur my screen should someone be looking at my laptop over my shoulder, but it has never gotten triggered.
The Smart Focus is relatively useful, though you could technically just set up a timer if you’re more disciplined. I do like the Smart Attention feature, which helps to zoom in on the speaker in meetings and such—useful for those who often hop on video calls.
In any case, the laptop is also outfitted with Copilot to fulfill any other AI assistant needs.
The verdict
Sleek, powerful, and intuitive, the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Gen 9 Aura Edition is a strong candidate for a work and life laptop. Blending high-end tech with everyday practicality, it’s a well-rounded and portable device for all sorts of needs.
I would recommend it for those who value aesthetics, portability, and modern computing, especially when it comes to professional needs.
That said, it is pricier for the average person with a starting price of RM5,780.78, so I would only recommend it for those who truly want to maximise their laptop usage.
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Sleek, slim, and lightweight for portability | The AI tools don’t seem to work consistently |
| Helpful AI tools to boost your productivity and wellness | Slightly pricey if you’re not maximising its capabilities |
| Incredible battery life, especially considering the laptop’s performance |
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