Lenovo - Legion Slim 7 AMD Advantage Edition 16" 2.5k Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX-16GB Memory-AMD Radeon RX 6800S-1TB SSD - Onyx Grey

Name: Lenovo - Legion Slim 7 AMD Advantage Edition 16" 2.5k Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX-16GB Memory-AMD Radeon RX 6800S-1TB SSD - Onyx Grey
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 6504422
Rating: 4.3 (309 reviews)

Model: 82UG0002US

SKU: 6504422

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Key Specs
- Screen Size: 16 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 165Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
- Processor Model: AMD Ryzen 9 6000 Series (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.3 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1024 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 6800S (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Battery Life (up to): 12 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion polymer
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
General
- Brand: Lenovo
- Model Number: 82UG0002US
- Product Name: Legion Slim 7 AMD Advantage Edition 16" 2.5k Gaming Laptop - AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX-16GB Memory-AMD Radeon RX 6800S-1TB SSD
- Color: Onyx Grey
- Year of Release: 2022
Display
- Display Type: LCD
- Screen Size: 16 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Refresh Rate: 165Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
Processor
- Processor Brand: AMD
- Processor Model: AMD Ryzen 9 6000 Series (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
- Processor Model Number: 6900HX
- CPU Base Clock Frequency: 3.3 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
- CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 4.9 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
- Number of CPU Cores: 8-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
- Number of CPU Threads: 16 (Generally, the more threads, the faster and more responsive the operating system.)
- Unlocked Processor: false
- CPU Cache Memory Level: L2, L3
- L2 Cache: 4 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
- L3 Cache: 16 megabytes (Cache memory, also called CPU memory, is random-access memory (RAM) that a computer microprocessor can access more quickly than it can access regular RAM. This memory is typically integrated directly with the CPU chip or placed on a separate chip that has a separate bus interconnect with the CPU.)
Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 1024 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 1024 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 16 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
- Type of Memory (RAM): DDR5 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- System Memory RAM Speed: 4800 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
Graphics
- Graphics Type: Dedicated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
- GPU Brand: AMD Radeon
- Graphics: AMD Radeon RX 6800S (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
- Number of GPU Cores: 12
Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 11 Home (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- Operating System Architecture: 64-bit (An operating system (OS) manages computer hardware, software resources, and programs in conjunction with the system's processor. 64-bit operating systems can handle more data at once than 32-bit systems, resulting in faster speeds, more effiency, and overall improved performance.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Works With: Amazon Alexa (Compatible with or able to be connected to other smart devices or applications.)
Connectivity
- Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
- USB Ports: 2 x USB-A 3.2, 2 x USB-C 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 4
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Standard: AX (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6 (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
Cooling
- CPU Cooling System: Air
Power
- Power Supply Maximum Wattage: 230 watts
- Battery Life (up to): 12 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
- Battery Cells: 4-cell
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion polymer
Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Built-In Microphone: true
Features
- 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Media Card Reader: true (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
- Audio Technology: Nahimic
- Speaker Type: Harman 2 x 2W
Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.83 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 10.08 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 14.08 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 4.51 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
- EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 Year Legion Ultimate Support
- Warranty - Labor: 1 Year Legion Ultimate Support
Other
- UPC: 196379814727

Engineered for those who know gaming is a way of life, the Lenovo Legion Slim 7, in Onyx Grey, is calibrated for next-gen creation and gaming alike. Redefine gaming experiences with the latest generation AMD Ryzen processor and AMD Radeon RX graphics that are AI-optimized via the Legion AI Engine, all the while cooled by the Legion Coldfront 3.0’s thermal system. The Legion Slim 7’s light and exhilarating design is further machined from an Aluminum and Magnesium blend that defies all basic laws of laptop engineering. Crush the competition in WQXGA for immersive gaming anywhere life takes you.

Windows 11 operating system: Windows 11 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen.
16" WQXGA 165Hz Display: The 165Hz ultra bright 500 nits display features a 16:10 2560 x 1600 resolution that gives you more space for toolbars and tabs.
AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX processor: The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and 16GB of RAM lets you run graphics-heavy games smoothly.
16GB system memory for advanced multitasking: Plenty of high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
1TB Solid State Drive (SSD): This flash-based SSD has no moving parts, resulting in faster start-up times and data access, no noise, reduced heat production and power draw on the battery.
AMD Radeon RX 6800S 8GB GDDR6 Graphics: The AMD Radeon RX 6800S GPU with 8GB GDDR6 maximizes speed and power efficiency with AMD SmartShift technology for brilliant gaming performance.
Wireless/Wired connectivity (WiFi 6 - 802.11 ax): Flexible, dual-band connectivity w/ greater reliability thanks to two data streams and antennas. Connect to a Wi-Fi router to experience GB Wi-Fi speeds nearly 3X faster vs. standard Wi-Fi 5 w/ improved responsiveness for even more devices.
Backlit keyboard for easy typing in dim or dark locations: Touchpad with scroll and multitouch capability.
Weighs 4.51 lbs. and measures 0.83" thin: Lightweight design, featuring a slightly smaller screen and omitting the DVD/CD drive for improved portability. 4-cell lithium-ion battery.
Additional port: Headphone/microphone combo jack.
AMD SmartShift Max: AMD SmartShift Max technology dynamically shifts power in your laptop to help boost performance for gaming and content creation. Gamers get a graphics performance boost when it matters, while content creators can get that extra horsepower needed to finish their tasks quickly.
AMD Smart Access Memory: AMD Smart Access Memory enables AMD Ryzen processors to harness the full potential of the Radeon graphics card memory. Enjoy high-speed performance with all-AMD components in your system for the ultimate gaming advantage.
XBox Game Pass: Get 3 free months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate upon device activation
Windows 11 operating system: Windows 11 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen.
16" WQXGA 165Hz Display: The 165Hz ultra bright 500 nits display features a 16:10 2560 x 1600 resolution that gives you more space for toolbars and tabs.
AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX processor: The AMD Ryzen 9 processor and 16GB of RAM lets you run graphics-heavy games smoothly.
16GB system memory for advanced multitasking: Plenty of high-bandwidth RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
1TB Solid State Drive (SSD): This flash-based SSD has no moving parts, resulting in faster start-up times and data access, no noise, reduced heat production and power draw on the battery.
AMD Radeon RX 6800S 8GB GDDR6 Graphics: The AMD Radeon RX 6800S GPU with 8GB GDDR6 maximizes speed and power efficiency with AMD SmartShift technology for brilliant gaming performance.
Wireless/Wired connectivity (WiFi 6 - 802.11 ax): Flexible, dual-band connectivity w/ greater reliability thanks to two data streams and antennas. Connect to a Wi-Fi router to experience GB Wi-Fi speeds nearly 3X faster vs. standard Wi-Fi 5 w/ improved responsiveness for even more devices.
Backlit keyboard for easy typing in dim or dark locations: Touchpad with scroll and multitouch capability.
Weighs 4.51 lbs. and measures 0.83" thin: Lightweight design, featuring a slightly smaller screen and omitting the DVD/CD drive for improved portability. 4-cell lithium-ion battery.
Additional port: Headphone/microphone combo jack.
AMD SmartShift Max: AMD SmartShift Max technology dynamically shifts power in your laptop to help boost performance for gaming and content creation. Gamers get a graphics performance boost when it matters, while content creators can get that extra horsepower needed to finish their tasks quickly.
AMD Smart Access Memory: AMD Smart Access Memory enables AMD Ryzen processors to harness the full potential of the Radeon graphics card memory. Enjoy high-speed performance with all-AMD components in your system for the ultimate gaming advantage.
XBox Game Pass: Get 3 free months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate upon device activation

Whats Included

Computer, Charger, User Guide
Computer, Charger, User Guide

Q: Will a 32gb RAM stick work in the 1 slot or is a 16gb stick the max?

A: Per the manufacturer's website, 16GB replaceable stick is the maximum upgrade available for 24 GB total (1x8GB soldered to the mobo and the new 1x16GB upgraded module). That said, I upgraded the replaceable module to 32GB (Kingston Fury: KF548S38IB-32) giving me a total of 40GB RAM. I have had zero issues thus far but it's only about 2 weeks old.

Q: How many monitors will this laptop support? I'm struggling to find anything on the internet on how many monitors the AMD Radeon 6800s is capable of supporting

A: This Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16 AMD Advantage Edition, Gaming Laptop, model number 82UG0002US, ships with the discrete, AMD Radeon RX 6800S GPU, with 8GB GDDR6 VRAM on the card and supports up to 4 independent displays (native display and 3 external monitors via HDMI and USB-C). • HDMI supports up to 7680x4320@60Hz, • USB-C supports up to 7680x4320@60Hz.

Q: Does this include the 1080p webcam?

A: Yes. This Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16 Gaming laptop, AMD Advantage Edition, model number 82UG0002US, ships with a FHD (1080p) with E-camera Shutter webcam with Dual Array Microphones, built in.

Q: No Ethernet port?

A: No Ethernet port. Wireless only.

Q: Can you add 32gb RAM and another 2TB ssd

A: Yes. I upgraded mine to 24GB total (8+16) but others have gone the (8+32GB) route. Lenovo only claims it supports up to 24GB because that is all this unit can be configured to on their website. The NVMe can be upgraded to 2TB, however you only have 1 NVMe slot on the AMD version. If you want two NVMe slots, you'll need to purchase the Intel version.

Q: What is Display Specs & Brightness (Nits) of this laptop?

A: This Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16 Gaming Laptop, AMD Advantage Edition, model number 82UG0002US, ships with a 16:10 aspect ratio, 16 Inch (screen size measured diagonally) IPS - WQXGA (2560x1600) screen, with a brightness level of 500 nits, has an Anti-glare Coating, a refresh rate of 165Hz. This screen provides 100 Percent of the sRGB color gamut for excellent color accuracy. This screen is Dolby Vision, HDR 400 and FreeSync Certified. This screen uses DC dimmer and TÜV Low Blue Light, TÜV High Gaming Performance for added eye care.

Q: Can it be upgraded to 64GB

A: No, it comes with 8 gb soldered and one replaceable 8gb. You can replace that 8gb with 32gb. So max 40gb supported

Q: Does this product utilize Coldfront 3.0 or 4.0? The overview states it uses 3.0, but the manufacturer information states it uses 4.0.

A: This Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16 AMD Advantage Edition, Gaming Laptop, model number 82UG0002US, ships with the latest Legion Coldfront 4.0 technology and a stealth fan system.

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the Legion Slim 7's performance, battery life, build quality, screen brightness, and portability, with many praising its lightweight design and excellent display. However, customers are negative about the laptop's tendency to overheat and generate noticeable fan noise, particularly under heavy load. Some users also expressed disappointment with the sound quality of the speakers and limited storage options. Overall, the positive aspects of performance and portability seem to outweigh the negative feedback regarding heat, noise, and audio for many users.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amd Advantage Edition Legion Slim 7
Title: Comprehensive Professional Review: Legion Slim 7 AMD Advantage Edition with Ryzen 9 Processor and GPU Introduction: The Legion Slim 7 AMD Advantage Edition laptop is a remarkable addition to the Legion series, designed for high-performance gaming and professional tasks. Packed with cutting-edge hardware, including the powerful Ryzen 9 processor and dedicated GPU, this laptop offers an exceptional gaming experience while maintaining a sleek and portable design. In this detailed review, we will delve into every aspect of the laptop, exploring its features, performance, display quality, battery life, and more. Design and Build Quality: The Legion Slim 7 AMD Advantage Edition showcases a sleek and slim design, embodying elegance and portability. The laptop's aluminum chassis exudes durability, while the minimalist aesthetics lend it a professional and sophisticated look. With a weight of just under 4 pounds (1.8kg) and a thickness of 0.63 inches (15.9mm), it is impressively slim and light, making it easy to carry around without sacrificing performance. Display Quality: The laptop boasts a 15.6-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels, delivering crisp and vibrant visuals. The high refresh rate of 165Hz ensures smooth gameplay and fluid motion, enhancing the gaming experience. The display also supports Dolby Vision for exceptional color accuracy and HDR for improved contrast. The slim bezels further enhance the immersive feel, providing a larger screen-to-body ratio. Performance: Equipped with the mighty AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX processor and an integrated Radeon GPU, the Legion Slim 7 AMD Advantage Edition offers exceptional performance across various tasks. The 8-core, 16-thread processor delivers remarkable processing power, capable of handling demanding applications and multitasking with ease. Paired with the Radeon graphics, this laptop is a gaming powerhouse, capable of running the latest titles at high settings. The laptop's 16GB or 32GB RAM options provide ample memory for smooth multitasking and speedy performance. Thermal Management: The laptop employs an advanced cooling system, utilizing a combination of heat pipes, vapor chambers, and dual fans to dissipate heat efficiently. Lenovo's Coldfront 3.0 thermal management ensures that the laptop stays cool even during extended gaming sessions, preventing performance throttling and maintaining optimal performance. Keyboard and Trackpad: The keyboard on the Legion Slim 7 offers a satisfying typing experience, with well-spaced keys, adequate key travel, and per-key RGB backlighting. The trackpad is accurate and responsive, providing smooth navigation. The inclusion of dedicated media keys is a thoughtful addition, enhancing convenience during multimedia consumption. Connectivity and Ports: The Legion Slim 7 AMD Advantage Edition features a generous selection of ports, including three USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, one USB-C Thunderbolt 4 port, an HDMI 2.1 port, and a 3.5mm headphone/microphone combo jack. The Thunderbolt 4 port enables high-speed data transfer and supports external displays, making it convenient for professionals working with multiple peripherals. Battery Life: Despite its powerful hardware, the laptop offers respectable battery life. With a 71Whr battery, it can provide up to 7-8 hours of moderate usage, making it suitable for productivity tasks and light gaming on the go. However, extensive gaming sessions will drain the battery quickly, as expected from a high-performance gaming laptop. Audio Quality: The Legion Slim 7 AMD Advantage Edition features a 2W Dolby Atmos speaker system, delivering immersive audio with enhanced spatialization. The speakers produce clear and balanced sound, suitable for gaming, multimedia consumption, and video conferences. However, for a truly immersive audio experience, external speakers or headphones are recommended. Software and Customization: Lenovo Vantage software provides extensive control over system settings, allowing users to customize performance modes, optimize battery life, and update drivers easily. The software also offers a range of gaming features, such as network optimization, system monitoring, and RGB lighting control, enhancing the overall gaming experience. Conclusion: The Legion Slim 7 AMD Advantage Edition laptop impresses with its sleek design, high-performance hardware, and exceptional gaming capabilities. The Ryzen 9 processor and Radeon GPU deliver outstanding performance, making it a top choice for gamers and professionals seeking power and portability. With its impressive display, solid build quality, and thoughtful features, this laptop offers an immersive and productive experience. However, the battery life may not meet the demands of extensive gaming sessions. Overall, the Legion Slim 7 AMD Advantage Edition is a commendable choice for those who prioritize performance, style, and versatility.
Posted 2 years ago by AkshayP
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Legion Slim 7 Review: Expensive All-AMD Glory?
Refer to attached images for benchmark scores and additional information as it pertains to the written review. Introduction: It’s braxtech again with another laptop to share with you guys: the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 Advantage Edition! I had a lot of people ask me to directly compare this model to the Intel Slim 7i, which packs a 12700H and an RTX 3060 with a 1200p 165Hz display. This model, on the other hand, is sporting AMD’s (2nd) finest mobile offering, the 6900HX and the new thin-and-light GPU, the 6800S. The 6800S has 8GB of VRAM and 32 Compute Units, and was intended to be used in thin & light laptops such as the G14 and the Slim 7 we have here today, while still providing a very capable gaming experience at 1080p and 1440p. The TGP of the 6800S within this laptop here is 90W, though AMD’s site says “up to 100W”, so things may change as drivers & firmware mature. Chassis: Now, before we get into the details, let’s quickly talk about the chassis and design itself. Just like the Intel variant, the Slim 7 AMD is incredibly rigid and very slim, as they share the same chassis. The keyboard deck and palm-rest areas have basically no flex when pressed on. The lid has some play if you twist it with enough force, but nowhere near offensive or worrisome in nature. The laptop can also be opened with one hand up to 180 degrees, and the hinges feel incredibly sturdy. The iron-sandblasted aluminum trim around the edges gives the device an ultra-premium feel and look, while also rounding out the corners, thus avoiding any sharp edges for your wrists. In terms of physical dimension, the laptop is 14.08 x 10.24 x 0.67 inches, which is very similar in physical footprint to the Razer Blade 15, which is 13.98 x 9.3 x 0.67 inches. Weight-wise, the Slim 7 is about a half-pound heavier, coming in at 4.8 lbs when compared to the Blade, which is 4.4 lbs. Adding the power brick means an additional 1.5 lbs to the total. Display: One of the key differentiators between the Intel configuration available at Best Buy vs. this one is the display offering. While the Intel is running a 350-nit, 1920x1200p 16” IPS display at 165Hz, the AMD variant is using the same panel we all know and love from the Legion 5 Pro and Legion 7: 2560x1600p, 16”, 165Hz, IPS, 500 nits, FreeSync Premium, and 100% sRGB coverage, pre-calibrated via X-rite software. It’s bright, it’s color-accurate, and it’s fast. This panel is one of the nicest IPS displays in a gaming laptop on the market given its specs, and is still a great competitor to the OLED 240Hz displays that are available in the GE67HX. Specific details about the panel, its response time, and color gamut can be found in Jarrod’s video linked here. Keyboard & Trackpad Much of my commentary from my video on the Intel Slim 7i will remain relevant here, as they share the same chassis and trackpad. The keyboard layout is the same as the previous generation of Legion devices, still sporting the number pad on the right and the offset trackpad on the left. Lenovo has solved my one main gripe I had with the Legion 7 lineup of last year, which was shallow key travel. This year, the keyboard is much more satisfying to type on, and feels more like the Legion 5 Pro keyboard which had a few millimeters more travel comparatively. I think most people can get up to speed pretty quickly with this layout without much of a challenge. This one, however, does not offer RGB, just white backlighting in 3 stages of brightness. The trackpad is the exact same size as last year’s Legion 7, coming in at 2.95 x 4.72 inches (or 72 x 120 millimeters) and is glass. I would say, however, it is held into place within the chassis in a more secure way. Both this unit and the Intel Slim 7i exhibited no wobbling or rattling when tapped lightly, and felt very stable when clicked. I owned a few 2021 Legions and all three units I had some “play” on the trackpad that created unnecessary noise, so this was a nice change for me specifically. Otherwise, it glides smoothly, handles gestures perfectly via Precision drivers, and gets the job done well. Ports For ports, the Slim 7 Advantage Edition is actually slightly worse than the Intel variant; it has one less USB-A port, no USB4 (yet, supposedly one of the Type-C ports will be updated via firmware) and only 1 NVMe 4.0 storage slot versus 2 in the Intel one, which is a real bummer in my opinion, especially for a gaming laptop where extra storage is basically essential these days. They are identical, otherwise. AMD Version: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 2x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (support data transfer, Power Delivery 135W and DisplayPort 1.4) 1x HDMI, up to 8K/60Hz 1x Card reader 1x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm) Intel Version: 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (support data transfer, Power Delivery 135W and DisplayPort 1.4) 1x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 40Gbps (support data transfer, Power Delivery 135W and DisplayPort 1.4) 1x HDMI, up to 8K/60Hz 1x Card reader 1x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm) Speakers The Slim 7 lineup this year seems to be using the same set of speakers as the Legion lineup last year, having two 2W down-firing speakers at the front of the laptop on each side of the palm rests. Again, nothing game-changing, but also nothing particularly bad about them. They do seem to be tuned a bit better to my untrained ear over last year’s EQ settings, particularly with handling some bass. I think most users will be satisfied with how they sound, but not blown away or overly impressed. Battery Life One of the key differentiators between the 6000-series processors from the 5000-series processors from AMD is their optimized power consumption while doing lighter tasks, with the goal in mind to augment battery life on-the-go. I had tons of people ask me about the 99 watt-hour battery on my Slim 7i video, and the answer unfortunately is still no, that battery configuration is still not available in the United States. For now, we get a 71 watt-hour battery, but you can likely buy the 99Wh one and swap it yourself down the line. To preface, I did these tests in Lenovo’s Quiet mode, 60Hz refresh, and 50% brightness. At idle on desktop, the laptop had a discharge rate of -6.7W, which translates to about 10 and a half hours of battery in that state. I then tested YouTube playback with 1080p selected, which brought the system to roughly -8.3W after settling in. This converts to about 8 and a half hours of use for this purpose, which is impressive for a gaming laptop. For mixed usage with multiple applications open, I’d expect around 6 hours (assuming average system power consumption is around 12W) with the stock 71WHr battery, which would go up another 2 hours if you upgraded the battery on your own. Performance Okay, moving onto performance metrics now. I have prepared three sets of data: one set completely stock, one set with a Curve Optimizer offset of -15 applied via UXTU (link in the description), and one more set with Curve Optimizer and a repaste with fresh PTM7950 and Gelid GC Extreme, video for that process here. For Cinebench, there was a clear difference made by replacing the factory application of PTM7950 to a fresh batch, both in the single-run and the 10-minute run. The Slim 7, however, did still throttle on one core (both prior to the repaste and afterward) almost immediately, and sat in the mid-90s the entire run. Also, for some reason, HWiNFO was misreporting CPU package power in combined loads, so please refer to the CPU Core Power (SVI3 TFN) row in the screenshot. CPU core power would sustain itself around 70W after peaking around 86W at the start of the benchmark. Fan noise would quickly ramp up to around 48dB, which is still nicely under that 50dB threshold many reviewers use. For those looking to tame the temperatures a bit, I’d recommend using a software like XTU or AATU to limit power to 60W, where temperatures sit in the mid-70s and you can still score over 14,000 points in R23 with a Curve Optimizer offset. Next up we have Time Spy scores: As you can see, repasting the device made little difference here, with the majority of the CPU performance improvement coming from adjusting its Curve Optimizer offset via UXTU. The 6800S is limited to 90W as I mentioned, and scores similarly to a 100W 3070/130W 3060 in terms of graphics. After some heatsoak, it sits around 68 degrees celsius for the latter half of the run, both stock and post-repaste with Gelid GC Extreme. Fan noise would quickly ramp up to around 48dB here as well. Lastly, we have Shadow of the Tomb Raider’s built-in benchmark, ran at 1080p Highest preset: Again, not really much of a difference made from the repaste nor from Curve Optimizer offset. Having an average of 115 FPS at these settings and resolution is pretty impressive, given that the GPU is limited to 90W. This result places the hardware combination right in line with most 3070 laptops, even with higher TGPs (125W). The 6800S once again hovered in the mid-to-high 60s, while the CPU ran quite warm, peaking around 91 degrees, but was mostly in the low-80s for the majority of the test. Final Thoughts The pros: Excellent build quality and chassis rigidity Great CPU efficiency for lighter tasks, thus leading to respectable battery life Great IPS display that offers good color coverage, fast refresh rate, and high brightness Respectable performance given its power constraints The cons: Even with a fresh repaste, the 6900HX ran quite hot in synthetic loads and CPU-heavy titles No ability to tune or overclock the 6800S, as its unsupported by MSI Afterburner currently At its current price point of $1949+tax, it has a lot of competition that outperforms it while only being marginally bigger/heavier, or offer similar performance for cheaper.
Posted 3 years ago by Braxton
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Classy hot rod of a system. Light-weight. A++++++
Excellent Laptop/PC. I've been building systems since the old 386/486's with both Intel and AMD so this isn't my first rodeo, so-to-speak. This machine looks great and performs off the charts. Will play videos, while you play games (not that you need it to), and have two different browsers open with over 30 tabs! Streams video capture and editing software, eLearning software, screen capture, etc, with ease. Great lighting effects. A real screamer that's classy at the same time. Light weight. Battery life not so great with everything activated, but when some of the extras are turned off, pretty decent for a hot rod. Would definitely recommend. Lenovo's warranty plans are great too. The 6800 performs top-notch. Easily runs two screens with a very high resolution (2560x1440). Thanks Lenovo for a great system.
Posted 2 years ago by MDD66