Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful AMD processor

lightweight design

good battery life

fast SSD storage

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

average speaker quality.

Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

powerful AMD processor

high-resolution display

good battery life

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

limited color options

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) and Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
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85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.82 cm x 22.14 cm x 1.59 cm 35.44 cm x 23.74 cm x 1.58 cm
Weight 1.45 kg 1.94 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Onyx grey Black (bottom), arctic grey (top)
DISPLAY Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Screen Size (Type) 14.5" - IPS 16" OLED
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 3072 x 1920 (3K) 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Glossy, glass cover, Eyesafe technology, Dolby Vision, PureSight display, T-CON colour calibration, ±89° viewing angle Anti-reflective, One Glass Solution, anti-smudge, Low Blue Light technology, Dolby Vision, 175° viewing angle, 92.3% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS CE / 3.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 6850H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
RAM 32 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 6400 MHz 6400 MHz
Rated Speed 6400 MHz 6400 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1.024 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Western Digital
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / AMD Radeon 680M AMD Radeon 680M
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate, NVIDIA DLSS -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor, E-privacy camera shutter Windows Hello, fixed focus, e-camera shutter, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features Output: Harman-branded; Input: noise-cancellation technology Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.1, 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 M.2 Card Qualcomm NFA725A
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 70 Wh 72 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.5 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 12.5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 100 Watt 135 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, glass touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 ProX 14ARH7 (82TL) Lenovo ThinkPad Z16 Gen 1 (21D5)
Included Accessories USB-C slim power adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Hall sensor, ambient colour sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip with Microsoft Pluton, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Express, self-healing BIOS Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return -
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