The Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 enters its 10th generation with a familiar design and some notable improvements. While boasting enhanced graphics, battery life, and a more stable keyboard compared to its 2024 predecessor, it also inherits some frustrating flaws, particularly a subpar display. This leaves the 2025 Yoga 7i in a somewhat awkward position, excelling in everyday productivity but falling short for the creative tasks it seemingly targets.
Design and Build: Sturdy Yet Unwieldy
The Yoga 7i retains its sleek, all-aluminum chassis with pleasing curves. The build quality is solid, though the uneven bezel spacing around the rectangular display is a minor aesthetic quibble. Its two-part hinge allows for 360-degree rotation, enabling various usage modes, but introduces noticeable wobble, especially when using the touchscreen. The laptop’s size and weight (4.25 pounds) also contribute to a less-than-ideal experience for a primarily productivity-focused machine. An overly sensitive power button on the side adds further inconvenience.
Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 design IDG / Mark Knapp
Keyboard and Trackpad: Comfortable Typing, Offset Trackpad
The keyboard offers a comfortable typing experience thanks to improved key stabilization. The keys require a firm press, which may require some adjustment. While the spacious trackpad is generally pleasant to use, its left-side offset can feel awkward for right-handed users.
Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 keyboard IDG / Mark Knapp
Display and Audio: A Major Disappointment
The 16-inch, 1920×1200 display is the Yoga 7i’s biggest letdown. While its brightness is adequate indoors, the glossy finish hinders outdoor visibility. The limited color gamut (65% sRGB) and mediocre contrast ratio make it unsuitable for color-critical work. While the touchscreen functionality offers some added utility, the lack of a high refresh rate and the persistent screen wobble detract from the experience. The included active stylus (not tested) may offer some redemption. The audio, however, is surprisingly good, with a quad-speaker setup delivering clear and crisp sound.
Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 display IDG / Mark Knapp
Webcam, Microphone, and Biometrics: Mixed Results
The 1080p webcam produces grainy footage, even in good lighting. The microphones, on the other hand, offer decent sound quality. Biometric login options include facial recognition and a fingerprint scanner, both of which function reliably.
Connectivity: Adequate Options
The Yoga 7i provides a reasonable selection of ports, including two Thunderbolt 4/USB4 ports, HDMI, a USB-A port, and a microSD card slot. Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 ensure stable wireless connectivity.
Lenovo Yoga 7i 2-in-1 ports IDG / Mark Knapp
Performance: Decent for Productivity, Limited for Demanding Tasks
Powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 256V processor and Intel Arc Graphics 140V, the Yoga 7i handles everyday tasks smoothly. However, it struggles with sustained performance under heavy workloads, lagging behind competitors in demanding tests.
Battery Life: Impressive Longevity
The Yoga 7i delivers exceptional battery life, lasting nearly 19 hours in our video playback test. This makes it a reliable companion for extended use.
Conclusion: A 2-in-1 Searching for an Identity
The 2025 Lenovo Yoga 7i is a capable productivity machine with impressive battery life. However, its poor display and inconsistent performance hinder its potential as a true creative tool. While the availability of a higher-resolution OLED display option offers some hope, the Yoga 7i ultimately struggles to define its place in a competitive 2-in-1 market.
