Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution oled display

solid build quality

good battery life

efficient thermal management

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited port selection

noisy under load

Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

stunning oled display

lightweight, portable design

powerful intel performance

excellent battery life

responsive touch screen

higher price range

limited port selection

no dedicated gpu

can get warm

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
89 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm 31.5 cm x 21.44 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.94 kg 1.37 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminium (bottom), 3D glass (top)
Colour Black (bottom), arctic grey (top) Oatmeal
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Screen Size (Type) 16" OLED 14" OLED
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA) 2880 x 1800 (2.8K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 90 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 125% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio Glossy, One Glass Solution, Direct Bonding technology, Eye comfort mode, Low Blue Light technology, capacitive touch screen, 170° viewing angle, Eyesafe technology, HDR 500 True Black, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision, PureSight display
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 Pro 6950H / 3.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1280P / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 24 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 5600 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance 1 TB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon RX 6500M / AMD Radeon 680M Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, e-camera shutter IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, E-privacy camera shutter
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Voice High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology, Bowers & Wilkins speakers, Smart Amplifier (AMP)
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Qualcomm NFA725A -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE -
Controller Quectel EM05-G - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Technology Lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 72 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 11.7 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 3 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included Glance by Mirametrix Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D4) Lenovo Yoga Slim 9 14IAP7 (82T0)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter USB-C slim power adapter, Lenovo Yoga 14-inch sleeve
Integrated Options - Hall sensor, colour sensor
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, pen upgradable, certificate based BIOS authentication Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS, Amazon Alexa Voice Assistant, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold EPEAT Silver
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 2 years - on-site
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