Lenovo Yoga 7i Review

Lisa Gade reviews the Lenovo Yoga 7i, a 14” Windows 2-in-1 laptop that’s also available in a 15” size. This is a premium sub-$1,000 Ultrabook with Intel EVO certification that runs Windows 10 on Intel 11th gen Ice Lake CPUs with Intel Iris Xe graphics and it has a full HD touch screen with Wacom AES active pen support. We look at the $799 model that has a sandblasted aluminum casing, Core i5 and a fast NVMe M.2 SSD. It has a high capacity battery for long runtimes, a webcam privacy shutter and fingerprint scanner. It’s the successor to the Lenovo C740. It competes with the HP Envy x360 and Dell Inspiron 2-in-1 models.

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Your reviews are so well rounded and really express the nuances of specific models you review. You just hit on the keyboard and display... always so well done.

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[@michaelohashi]

Based on your review, I've bought this laptop couple of weeks ago and I'm loving it. Thank you very much for your great work, easy to understand and honest review. Big kudos.

[@thaoutlaw2]

Hi Michael, How the fan noise? Thanks

[@michaelohashi]

@@thaoutlaw2 I haven't use for a 'heavy duty', just spreadsheets and very quiet. But FYI my last laptop was a HP Pavilion, which was a big step between both.

[@sharon4857]

How writing with a stylus pen?

[@michaelohashi]

@@sharon4857 not sure if I'm doing something wrong, but I was expecting bit more from the pen. When I accidentally touch the screen with my hands while using the pen, it will 'mark' your document. Also, pen could be little bit more sensitive.

[@sharon4857]

@@michaelohashi Have you went to settings and disabled touch rejection when using a pen?

[@AndroidDigest]

The 7i is at Best Buy with 12GB of RAM and a 512GB SSD for $899 but it went on sale last week for $650! The 15" model only has 8gb of RAM but also went on sale for $599. I picked the 14" with 12GB, an incredible deal! Faster processor than last gen i7 models, thunderbolt, charges with usb-c, and 270 nits is pretty standard at this price. Excellent deal! I had the Galaxy Flex Alpha but the hinge was so wobbly. The hinge on this is nice and sturdy! I may review it soon (even though Windows isn't normally my lane). It will get a better review then the Flex Alpha!

[@andrewmiller9207]

I've been watching Lisa for YEARS..!

[@hamdanbangash7877]

The best part of this video for me was uncovering of camera on the top. i was searching for so many days for "why my camera is not working" and in this video i found it that it was only uncovering shutter on top. thank you so much

[@markpitt5433]

Merry Christmas and hope 2021 is an awesome year for you Lisa and MobileTechReview. 🎄

[@handsoncreativity5852]

We appreciate your review as we are working on this Lenovo to build our platform.

[@shaangandhi2862]

Great job Lisa - always can count on your reviews. Been watching for years

[@charleschaimkohl]

Great review. I would definitely consider this laptop

[@mattlocascio4949]

The 9i is amazing, the sound bar is so cool it really should be an industry standard. Still haven't figured out how to dedicate more video memory, however, I haven't needed it.

[@kurtislowe6749]

Battery is atrocious in my 9i. Looking to sell it

[@ajacotin]

Thank you for your candidness.

[@Konuvis]

The privacy switch on the camera is genius.

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[@lazulin]

Lisa is the best reviewer. Thorough, covers everything, provides meaningful opinions, and no extra babble. Her tech reviews are just so much better than any others I've seen.

[@srtcsb]

Thanks for this review. Looking forward to the i9 (15"?) review also.

[@JoSt0075]

Thanks for the review. very detailed and I feel confident about my choice.

[@guillaumeandria]

Thank you for being the only channel to review this premium laptop under $1000 ! With the aluminum case, i5-1135G7, 16gb of ram, 512gb SSD and 2 thunderbolt 4, this currently is the best value on the market. Coupled with an eGPU, it would even make an amazing gaming machine.

[@bh4rg4v21]

I bought it and it's insane 🔥🔥

[@sharon4857]

@@bh4rg4v21 How’s note taking with a stylus pen?

[@bh4rg4v21]

@@sharon4857 it's really smooth, but you'll find it hard to write at first and it'll seem rough to you, but once you get used to it it'll work as smooth as butter.

[@sweetbeep]

...does it work for video editing?

[@Abdullahs_World]

i think its cool. I just got your channel introduced here... Its first video I'm watching. Really great to the point videos... I'm subscribing.

[@octzone]

You're almost at 1 million subscribers. Wow. I remember when I've subscribed to your channel way back in the beginning.

[@Raptor50aus]

It's a thumbs up from me, thanks Lisa :) Merry xmas.

[@gyozakeynsianism]

Great review as always.

[@travnickis1]

Just bought one of these. Really nice 15". Quick. Nice keyboard.

[@MaddireddyRavi]

Thanks for sharing everything with us

[@dbvfx8628]

Owned 2 Yogas and a Legion Y540....They all have motherboard issues. Make sure to get the warranty. Great customer service though, just expect to have to get it repaired occasionally (especially with the USB C power cable wiggling the connection loose). With all that said, I still love my Lenovos.

[@codexan]

when i use mine casually the temperature sits from 39 to 45 degrees but when i edit videos it's sits around 60. At that point you'll hear the fan kicking if you're in a quiet room

[@albertabdul-barrwang3494]

I just got this for my work and so far, so lovely!

[@kwaseb]

Is Ram upgradable

[@Onion_Knights]

Lol, u never failed to impress, was looking for full review of this laptop and as always, here u are

[@ammarmemon3129]

I am looking into this laptop with 15 inch screen and wanted your opinion on the screen being glossy. Is it usable outdoors or in a well lit room or next to a window where there is ample sunlight coming in? That is the only thing holding me back from going ahead with this. I know it goes upto 500 nits which is pretty bright but lots of reflections is something I am concerned about. Thank you.

[@druid84115]

How are the screens of these laptops? I have a MacBook Pro, and that screen is much better than a 1080p one. I'm looking at a 2-1 like this, or one of the new MacBooks, anyone else go from a MacBook to one of these?

[@gauravsrivastava8740]

Very good way you review need one help should i go for spectre x360 14 or lenovo 7i. I have a small startup and do almost everything on laptop.

[@trhall7406]

LOVE YOUR REVIEWS!!!!!! 😀🌟👍🌟

[@saravanan851]

Nice review . Please review thinkbook yoga 14s 2 in 1 , when you get a chance . Will be useful . Don't see any reviews on that new model

[@evanie1659]

I was actually waiting for you to post this review 🤣

[@evanie1659]

@Brooks Ryder shut up

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[@karanbansal8845]

If you frequently flip the laptop in tablet mode, and keep it on a table or any other surface while making notes, or graphic design, will it damage or harm the keyboard or trackpad?

[@jacobl9533]

Intel (EVO) Labeling also means that the system is required to have at minimum 1 Thunderbolt 4 port as well as supporting fast charging. 😊

[@Menga213]

Foreal

[@294az]

How is the keys visibility with the dark moss color? I'm worried because they are unreadable on silver asus notebooks. Also, merry christmas!

[@MarcoLoves360gamer]

What to pick around this price range with a better brighter screen?

[@jeffhale1189]

👀 I enjoyed your review. I appreciate your thoughts and presentation. Blessings on your day.

[@JtotheRizzo]

I was torn between this laptop, the Yoga 9i 14" and the HP Spectre x360 14". I ultimately went with the Spectre 14 because of the MicroSD card, Windows Hello camera, 3:2 aspect ratio screen, higher NIT screen and Privacy Screen.

[@JK-ek5jv]

How do you like it? I’m making the same choice right now. Thanks!

[@sunrisedest]

What did you guys end up going with?

[@pinkfreud62]

I've had mine for 2 years and it's running OK. Fan is quiet, but it will get pretty warm even just streaming videos - no games.

[@JasonScottCarter]

Got the 12gb version through Best Buy for $649.99 last week. i5 is plenty fast. Moss green is unique color. Love it so far.

[@scott1127]

Same here. Couldn't pass up the price. So far I love it.

[@mohmdaged1697]

Have you guys tried connecting it a TV via thunderbolt hdmi ?

[@JasonScottCarter]

@@mohmdaged1697 not a TV, but use a thunderbolt to HDMI adapter to hook to a external monitor. Works like a charm.

[@294az]

How is the keys visibility with the moss green color? I'm worried because Asus laptops with silver keyboards are terrible, the keys are very hard to read, do you need the backlight on or off to read them? Also, merry christmas!

[@JasonScottCarter]

@@294az I haven't had a problem. I really dislike backlight keyboards anyway. I have a proper typing technique, so once my hands are in the right spot, no prob. 50% of time I use external monitor and keyboard with it as well

[@eunjunglove6523]

Which one would you guys recommend Acer swift 5 or Lenovo yoga 7i ?

[@nicholasl.4330]

Thank you. After your review (and double checking the TB3 port was x4), I'm going to buy this laptop for my school/home gaming device with an eGPU

[@TechWizz]

How is this going for you? I'm trying to decide on a laptop as well.

[@girlsworld123p]

please can u give feedback on this laptop

[@alliepopoff325]

Excellent overview!

[@CThienV]

I need a laptop for basic needs, but really interested in where arm will go. Battery life is key for me

[@alperens3601]

great review

[@Devolont]

The integrated graphics will always perform slightly under the i7 due to it only have 80 cu instead of the 96 on the i7.

[@krishnachuvitra]

great review! thanks :)

[@5cielbleu]

Hi, that price of 1000 $, is it CAD price? Is there a version in this model with numeric keypad? Thank you for this review, very interesting. :)

[@aliefr2984]

What about the new lenovo yoga (slim) carbon ? With QHD display and 16:10 aspect ratio like a macbook.

[@BrawlPlays-0]

it has a tiny battery

[@ionutlungu5982]

Hi, Between lenovo yoga 7i,15"(i7,16gb)and hp x360, 15"(ryzen 7, 5800h,16gb)what you recomand me? Thanks

[@josephlaukienlok8472]

Should be 11th gen Tigerlake CPU not Ice Lake in the description... :)

[@Anthony-qu7qd]

I wonder if you overclock the CPU and give it more juice if it would result in better graphical performance.

[@Illmatic699]

Literally just picked this up, it's a great buy.

[@jr_jar]

Is the carbon version a good buy?

[@Illmatic699]

@@jr_jar I didnt check that one out but you can't go wrong with a lenovo

[@294az]

Does it have a built in mic?

[@maxolina]

Does anyone know how the 12GB version's ram is configured? Is the first 8gb dual channel and the remaining 4 GB single channel? Because I don't think they make 6GB ram modules even if it's soldered on...

[@lionintu]

Lisa you're the best

[@Skyler-md7ny]

Video performances are really dependant on the ram bandwidth. It's improved when there's two separate ram units

[@kwaseb]

Is Ram upgradable on this pc?

[@Skyler-md7ny]

@@kwaseb nope

[@DarkPa1adin]

i'm earnestly waiting for your HP Spectre x360 14" OLED variant review!

[@Philip_J]

Yeah, that one looks really promising

[@mobiletechreview]

Just got it in for review a few days ago. I'm really liking that 3:2 aspect ratio OLED display so far.

[@somerandomperson8282]

@@mobiletechreview yes the Spectre 14 looks amazing... the ONLY problem is that it has a quad core CPU and not a 6 or 8 core. This will really impact the longevity of the device.

[@WilliamGallios]

Great review, answered every question I had about this laptop! I particularly liked seeing the motherboard to see if there was any expansion possibility

[@uttam._._]

Hello MobileTechReview, just checking what is the SSD type in the laptop, if we want to upgrade it. Is it mkey or bkey, where to find this spec?

[@Javarrol]

Great review

[@StephenPhillips]

Will Lenovo release the same version with the Intel 12th Generation Processor? Will they also make the Yoga 9i with 12th Gen with Evo and 15.6" screen?

[@Vikingdescendent]

Nice clean design!

[@prashantabrol4501]

Does it come with a preinstalled MS office? I'm Civil Engineering Grad student and planning to buy a laptop my budget is $700-$800. looking for X360, pre installed MS office. Any suggestions?

[@akshayshetye8718]

How is linux compatibility? Can you consider this over T14 for long term use as IT developer work?? Pls help

[@Anniefawesome]

I bought this laptop yesterday and the bestbuy gave me the bamboo ink and it drags and connects the letters, what pen are you using?

[@sirswede8969]

Is the 7-15 with the Iris, the exact same machine? It is on sale here right now.

[@ritualj0int]

I think there were an AMD version w mx350 first came out, which is impossible to find.

[@jamcdona]

I had a first gen yoga 13 when they first came out. The wifi antenna was really bad, and the problem transferred over to the 2nd gen yoga 13. Cool chassis, though. I hope that they have rectified thier wifi reception issues by now, and I'm glad that they've kept thier yoga chassis. Burnt orange was my faviorite color they had :)

[@Liloi9667]

I'm somehow still using my yoga 13 first gen, but yeah the wifi is quite bad often

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[@whatluck1508]

Has anyone else who bought a Lenovo Yoga 7i 15.6" had a issue with the display blacking out and then looks fuzzy when it comes back up in a few seconds, if so how did you fix it?

[@mosheva]

Hi, I'm using the T480s i7 8 gen with 24GB of RAM... my average RAM usage is 65-70% , I'm wondering how will 16GB of RAM will be for the same activates that I'm doing today.. will the newer CPU fill the gap of the lack of RAM? (I'm always connected to 4K@60hz via TB3.0 port monitor which I suspect taking a lot of my RAM since it's intel HD graphics)

[@menofburma8803]

What would you choose between this and XPS 13 2020 ?

[@RobertMcSorleyJr]

Can this handle dual external monitors? We have the laptop docked into a Thunderbolt 3 essential dock and the DisplayPort isn't working and I was just wondering can the laptop handle dual external monitors?

[@noou]

How would you rate the drawing experience vs the Envy x360 13?

[@sharon4857]

Which one did you get

[@busterevergreen9673]

Excellent job

[@AskIveSolar]

Sorry to hear about that keyboard. I have a yoga 2 pro....I wonder if it's similar because this would be for my wife and she doesn't like my keyboard.

[@Matt-lv5sp]

Was thinking about returning this for a lenovo legion. Can I play casual gaming on this?

[@carmenrosadc]

Hello all, does anybody can help me to activate again the touchscreen display... It was working normally and after a week I restarted my laptop and all works except the touchscreen, I can not scroll the documents or throught the web site... Maybe something with the controllers happened but I don't know too much about how to fix it. Somebody can help me with this? Thanks!

[@josealva]

Specs are really good for the price, but once I heard about the shallow key travel it was a deal breaker for me.

[@TeaSphere]

would this be good for autocad and asta power project/primavera 6 ? Thanks in advance

[@SoJazlen]

Would you recommend this or the HP ENVY x360v

[@TyreIsMe]

I currently have the HP Envy x360 and the battery life is terrible because the browser takes up 50% of the battery usage.

[@shezanjimenez]

Will it start having dead pixels after 3 months of usage also?

[@amukthagudla0112]

Does this laptop include a stylus...?! If yes...does it have a port for this in the laptop or is provided seperately!?

[@MrAgbrown]

Lisa can you review the Samsung Galaxy Book S (Intel variant)

[@mehranmazhari4257]

Hi I'd like to buy a convertible but can't decide between yoga 7i and elitebook x360 and zenbook flip...SOS

[@danielsuarez4015]

I just got it. Fan makes a lot of noise when it's plugged. I've noticed it happens when I download things and wifi works harder. It's very loud, though.

[@garreswe]

I agree, mine also makes a lot of noise. I usually have quite a lot of browser tabs open so I guess the computer has to work hard with tab management but it's a bit annoying that as soon as I start watching a YT video I hear loud fan noise.

[@freshtowels3917]

I love my Yoga 7i !

[@atulus]

I own and am using this device (but i7 and 16 gig memory) for over three weeks now. pretty cool product engg. from lenovo

[@gulnur8960]

Can i ask a question? When i draw or write sth with its pen and if my hand touch the screen, is it happen some random sticks on screen?

[@atulus]

@@gulnur8960 interesting ! I have not had this double tap / touch problem so do not know.

[@cbw56]

Was this uploaded in 360p? Nice review either way!

[@mobiletechreview]

It seems KZbin is having issues getting higher resolutions going right away today.

[@dtm9745]

Hello, important question for me, i am interested to buy the 7i 14inch, these models only comes in slate grey or dark moss so I was wondering does it leaves fingerprint all over? I would hate to clean the laptop after every use. Thanks for your reply

[@lineagutierrez1133]

I'm on mine right now, its slate grey and I've had it for about a week. I haven't cleaned it at all since I got it but there's no fingerprints visible to me.

[@dtm9745]

@@lineagutierrez1133 Thank you for your feedback, meanwhile I ordered in Slate Grey, haven't got it yet though but really good to know! Thanks again

[@sharon4857]

@@lineagutierrez1133 How’s note taking and writing with the stylus pen?

[@26nurhakim]

Awesome, subscribed!

[@seoul08]

Just bought this computer a few weeks ago. Since I’ve gotten it there’s been a handful of times where it just freezes in the middle of what I was doing. Only thing I can do is reboot. I’ve even had one instance of a blue screen. What should I do to fix this?

[@toopidipoo1153]

I guess it will only get worse. Return it

[@seoul08]

@@toopidipoo1153 I did, got a nice HP.

[@seguradorasp2593]

@@seoul08 do you fixed it? I bought mine yesterday. My Lenovo yoga 2 Pro stopped working after successive crashes and blue screen since the beginning of July, after the windows update.

[@evelinecarolinelienhuaming1184]

Woaw I Need the 15inch Version, Always Love 2in1 Laptop like this!!! I have 14inch Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5i 😍😍😍 The Tablet Mode is My Favourite, with this New Lenovo Yoga 7i it's like have Huge 15inch WideScreen Tablet. Super Magnificent Yay 🙌🙌🙌

[@jaimerodriguez909]

Omgoodness. I saw you everywhere for that Samsung S7+ videos. Now I find you here. We purchased the same two products! Happy Holidays!

[@evelinecarolinelienhuaming1184]

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[@vanaa0]

Hi, how long have you been using the flex5? I'd love to buy convertible laptops buy the hinge and display longevity concern me.

[@evelinecarolinelienhuaming1184]

@@vanaa0 Hello, I have been using for 1 Year, as Long as Use this Laptop Gently, the Hinge will Remain Durable, Can Last Up to 3 Years or it Could be More 😉😉😉

[@294az]

Does it have a microphone? In the lenovo site it says webcam with no built in mic.

[@deriksteven]

I love your shirt!! I've been away from the science and tech group for years, lol, far too long for my sanity. Thank you!

[@wukeyboi256]

My dad ordered this and I’m getting it on Thursday.

[@sharon4857]

How is it?

[@rjdraper205]

Can you review the 13 inch yoga duet 7i detachable tablet