Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel Comparison

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Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel, two laptops by Lenovo. Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 was introduced to market in January 2025 and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel was launched in March 2025. There is only 2 months difference between IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel are members of Lenovo's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

Lenovo Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
Lenovo ThinkPad T1g Gen 8	September 2025	16.0"	354.3 x 241 x 9.9-15.8 mm	1.84 kg (4.06 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 8	September 2025	16.0"	354.3 x 241 x 9.87-15.8 mm	1.84 kg (4.06 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P14s Gen 6 Intel	September 2025	14.0"	325.5 x 227.6 x 11.2-15.1 mm	1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel	September 2025	16.0"	361.5 x 248.6 x 12.6-18.17 mm	1.82 kg (4.01 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 3	September 2025	16.0"	361.5 x 248.6 x 12.8-19.55 mm	2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)
Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 6	May 2025	13.3"	299.3 x 207 x 9.85-17.75 mm	0.92 kg (2.03 lbs)
Lenovo Legion 9i Gen 10 2025	May 2025	18.0"	403 x 296.5 x 23.9-27.95 mm	3.5 kg (7.72 lbs)
Lenovo Thinkpad P14s Gen 6	April 2025	14.0"	315.9 x 223.7 x 10.9-16.3 mm	1.39 kg (3.06 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
16.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 225H,Intel Core Ultra 7 255H,Intel Core Ultra 9 285H
GPU: GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB
16GB,24GB,32GB Ram
356.8 x 251 x 15.95 mm (14.05 x 9.88 x 0.63 inches)
Weight: 1.71 kg (3.77 lbs)

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel Key Specs

Launched in March 2025
14.0" OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 226V,Intel Core Ultra 5 228V,Intel Core Ultra 7 256V,Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
GPU: Intel Arc 130V
16GB,32GB Ram
312 x 219.3 x 13.9 mm (12.28 x 8.63 x 0.55 inches)
Weight: 1.19 kg (2.62 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 over Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel

Display Size	16 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	120 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	212 ppi vs 162 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	2880 x 1800 pixels vs 1920 x 1200 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	1100 nits vs 600 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU FLOPS	14 TFLOPS vs 3.3 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No

Reasons to choose Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel over Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025

Weight	1.19 kg vs 1.71 kg	0.52 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~83.1% vs ~82.9%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.3 mm vs 6.1 mm	0.8 mm thinner bezels
GPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 5 nm	Newer Generation GPU
Number of Microphones	4 vs 2	Better Sound capture

Common Strengths of Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025

Launch Dates	January 2025 vs March 2025	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Technology	OLED vs OLED	High Screen Quality
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Dolby Atmos Support	Yes vs Yes	3D Surround Sound Support
Thunderbolt Port	v4 vs v4	Fast data and power transfer via Thunderbolt Port
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Built-in SD Card Reader	Yes vs Yes	Read & Write SD Cards
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support
Upgradable RAM	No vs No	No Option to increase the RAM size
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.71 kg (3.77 lbs)	1.19 kg (2.62 lbs)
Surface Area	896 cm2 (138.8 inches2)	684 cm2 (106 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~82.9%	~83.1%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.1 mm	~5.3 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.11 kg/inch	0.09 kg/inch
	0.242 lbs/inch	0.198 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray, Blue	Gray, Blue

Comparison of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel External Dimensions

Weight

IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 weighs 1.71 kg (3.77 lbs), whereas the Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel weighs 1.19 kg (2.62 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Thickness Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 is 0.11 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel is 0.09 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 5 225H Intel Core Ultra 7 255H Intel Core Ultra 9 285H	Intel Core Ultra 5 226V Intel Core Ultra 5 228V Intel Core Ultra 7 256V Intel Core Ultra 7 258V
Base Frequency	1.7 GHz	2.1 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.9 GHz	4.5 GHz
Number of Cores	14 (4P + 8E)	8 (4P + 4E)
Number of Threads	14	8
L3 Cache	18 MB	8 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics 130T	Intel Arc Graphics 130V
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	3 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core Ultra 5 225H,Intel Core Ultra 7 255H,Intel Core Ultra 9 285H ) and compare them:

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB	Intel Arc 130V
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	105 W	30 W
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	14 TFLOPS	3.3 TFLOPS
Memory Size	8 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR7	LPDDR5X
Memory Bus	128 bit
Memory Speed	~24 Gbps	8.53 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2560	896
TMUs	80
ROPs	32

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 has a FLOPS value of 14 TFLOPS whereas the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel ' has a FLOPS value of 3.3 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 24GB 32GB	16GB 32GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	8533 MHz	8533 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5X	LPDDR5X
Upgradable	No	No
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

Both laptops, the IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and the Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 (16" 2025)	Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14" (Intel)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✔ Good performance.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	⚠ Can run using CPU + RAM fallback. Expect slower performance.	⚠ Can run slowly on CPU with enough RAM and good iGPU.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	⚠ Possible with CPU + RAM fallback using quantized models.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	84 Wh	70 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	No
Charging Port Position	Left	Left
Charge Power	100 / 170 W	65 W
Full Charging Time	1:30 hr

Moreover, the IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 boasts a larger battery capacity of 84 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel's70 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 2 TB, the IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel has a smaller 14.0" display.The total usable screen area of the IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel's total usable screen area is 568cm² / 88inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 features a higher pixel density with 212 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Refresh Rate
The IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 offers a higher refresh rate of 120 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Both IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel boast the same response time of 1.0 ms.

Brightness
The IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 offers a higher maximum brightness of 1100 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 vs Lenovo Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel support the latest Wi-Fi standard v7.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel have USB-A ports. IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel has 1x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel feature 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel are equipped with Thunderbolt 4 ports.

HDMI
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both IdeaPad Pro 5i 16 Gen 10 16 2025 and Yoga Slim 7i Aura Edition 14 Intel are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v7
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5.4
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	No
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	No	No