Each year, Lenovo refreshes its great convertibles, mainly the Yoga lineup, with new devices. We've already seen the Lenovo Yoga 9i, as well as the Lenovo Yoga 6, but now the Lenovo Yoga 7 and 7i also got new models. If you're wondering what Lenovo has changed from last year's incredible Yoga 7 series, you've come to the right place. From the price to specifications, here's everything that's new on these new great Lenovo laptops.
Lenovo Yoga 7 and Yoga 7i (2023) specs
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Lenovo Yoga 7 and Yoga 7i (2023): Pricing and availability
Select models of the Lenovo Yoga 7i are now available for purchase through Lenovo's website. The Lenovo Yoga 7, featuring AMD CPUs, has yet to be listed on the Lenovo website, however. The 14-inch Yoga 7i starts at $934 on Lenovo's website, and you can also find the 16-inch model starting at $753. Additional configurations with higher RAM and storage and faster CPUs are also available. Lenovo mentioned to us that the 16-inch Yoga 7 will start at $800 and won't be available until May.
Lenovo Yoga 7i (2023)
- Operating System
- Windows 11
- CPU
- 14-inch model: 13th-generation Intel Core i5-1335U, or Core i7-1335U/ 16-inch model: 13th-generation Intel Core i5-1335U, Intel Core i5-1340P, Intel Core i7-1355, or Intel Core i7-1360P
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- Integrated Intel Xe graphics
- Storage
- Up to 1TB PCIe SSD Gen4
- Display (Size, Resolution)
- 14-inch model: 14-inch 2.2K 2240 x 1400 resolution/ 16-inch model: 16-inch 2.5K 2560 x 1600, or 1290 x 1200
- Camera
- 1080p Windows Hello
The 14-inch and 16-inch Lenovo Yoga 7i comes with new 13th-generation Intel CPUs. There are not many design differences over the previous generations, and it's still a great 2-in-1.
What's new in the Lenovo Yoga 7 and Yoga 7i (2023)?
Lenovo didn't introduce a ton of changes this year, but there are still a few under-the-hood tweaks that matter. Plus, Lenovo has added an AMD option to a Yoga 7 model for the first time. That's why the lineup has been divided into Yoga 7i for Intel, and Yoga 7 for the standard AMD model. Many of the features from last year's model are still here on the new model, including the webcam cover and the speakers.
Going back to what's changed under the hood, Lenovo is now using 13th-generation Intel CPUs for the Yoga 7i, specifically P-series and U-series CPUs with a hybrid architecture. The P-series runs at 28W while the U-series at 15W. Either way, Intel has mentioned that you'll get a 10% productivity boost with the new 13th-generation CPUs, so that's something to look out for if you're considering upgrading.
We've been surprised with these new chips. In our Yoga 9i review, which features a 13th-generation U-series CPU, the benchmark results were up over the last generation in real-world tests like PCMark10. Check it out below compared to other recent laptops.
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6,115 |
6,148 |
5,481 |
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3DMark: Time Spy |
1,748 |
2,898 |
1,992 |
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Geekbench 6 (single / multi) |
2,464 / 10,859 |
1,924 / 8,225 |
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Cinebench R23 (single / multi) |
1,810 / 7,869 |
1,539 / 11,480 |
1,629 / 10,121 |
The standard Yoga 7 is also getting AMD Ryzen 7000 series CPUs for the first time. Again, Lenovo didn't provide us with specific chip numbers. We're assuming, however, that just like with the Intel Yoga 7i models, not much has changed in terms of performance — unless the mobile chips feature Radeon 700M graphics, which use the new Zen 4 architecture. We'll have to wait for confirmation on this.
We still have a lot of questions concerning these two laptops, but it's not uncommon for best laptop makers to not provide specifics on CPU chips shortly after a product announcement.
Where can I buy the Lenovo Yoga 7 and Yoga 7i (2023)?
You can buy the Yoga 7i (2023) in both 14-inch and 16-inch sizes directly from Lenovo right now. The Lenovo Yoga 7 (2023) has yet to become available on Lenovo's website, and it won't be available until May. Typically, these products also go up for sale at other retailers like Best Buy, too, but will always hit Lenovo's site first.
FAQ
Q: Does the Lenovo Yoga 7 & Yoga 7i (2023) have a good webcam?
There's a standard FHD IR webcam as standard with 1080p resolution, which is above the 720p standard on older laptops. The webcam also supports Windows Hello for security, letting you log into your PC with just your face. These webcams have sliders to cover the lens for extra privacy. If you'd like higher-quality calls, consider using an external webcam that might have more advanced features like background blur or image correction.
Q: Does the Lenovo Yoga 7 & Yoga 7i (2023) have 5G?
These are mid-range consumer laptops, so they both lack the 5G option. If you're looking for 5G, you can use your cellphone as a hotspot or buy a cellular hotspot service from your carrier. As another option, there are many other 5G laptops that you can consider from Lenovo, although they're mainly from the ThinkPad range and are more expensive.
Q: Does the Lenovo Yoga 7 & Yoga 7i (2023) have good battery life?
Lenovo did not provide us with battery life claims, so we're not sure yet how they'll fare. However, the battery size has not changed from last generation, so we're expecting similar results. As a reference, when we reviewed last year's Lenovo Yoga 7i, we got up six hours and 50 minutes with the 71WHr battery. You'll get a 71Whr battery on the 14-inch model and a 73Whr battery on the 16-inch one. If you're worried about battery life, know that way you use your laptop, like keeping the screen at high brightness or running CPU-intensive apps, will impact it negatively.
Q: Does the Lenovo Yoga 7 & Yoga 7i (2023) have Thunderbolt?
No. Neither of these devices has Thunderbolt because the Yoga 7 has an AMD chip that isn't designed to support the Thunderbolt standard. The Yoga 7i, meanwhile, shares the same base layout as the Yoga 7, so it has omitted the feature, even though it has an Intel chip.
Q: Does the Lenovo Yoga 7 & Yoga 7i (2023) run Linux?
No, these laptops are only certified to run Windows. If you want to run Linux on this machine, you can try to dual-boot it or replace Windows 11 using installation media, but with the risk of certain things like the trackpad or display not working. We suggest virtualizing Linux using software like Oracle Virtualbox or running the Windows Subsystem for Linux on top of Windows 11.
Q: Can I upgrade the RAM, storage, and battery on the Lenovo Yoga 7 & Yoga 7i (2023)?
On last year's Yoga 7 models, you could not upgrade the RAM since it was soldered to the motherboard. We suggest buying a model with adequate RAM for your needs. There are 8GB and 16GB options for both laptops, so if you're worried about memory, opt for the higher-RAM variants.
You can, however, upgrade the battery and storage by following Lenovo's instructions. You'll have to remove the bottom of the laptop and several screws and have installation media handy for reinstalling Windows in the case of replacing storage. And, for a new battery, an official battery from Lenovo. We don't suggest doing this as it could void your warranty.