The all-in-one (AIO) PC market is crowded, but Lenovo’s Yoga AIO 9i manages to stand out with its unique design and impressive features. This premium AIO boasts a stunning display, robust performance, and convenient wireless charging, making it a compelling alternative to Apple’s iMac M3. However, a few shortcomings in port selection and overall performance prevent it from being a perfect iMac killer. This review dives into the details of the Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i, exploring its strengths and weaknesses to help you decide if it’s the right AIO for you.
The back of the Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i showcasing its unique stand and circular Yoga badge.
Design and Features
The Yoga AIO 9i’s design is undeniably striking. Its most distinctive feature is the metal ring stand, which seemingly floats on the base and curves up to embrace a circular Yoga logo on the back. This unique stand allows for tilting the screen, but unfortunately, it doesn’t offer height adjustment, which would have been beneficial for the large 32-inch display. The base features a sleek matte gray finish contrasted by a silver Lenovo badge and doubles as a convenient wireless charging pad. Simply place your phone on the designated spot below the badge to keep it powered up throughout your workday.
A phone charging wirelessly on the base of the Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i, demonstrating the convenient charging feature.
Port Selection and Connectivity
Lenovo opted to place all ports on the back of the Yoga AIO 9i for a clean, cable-free look. While aesthetically pleasing, this placement can be inconvenient when plugging in or swapping devices. The selection includes two USB-A 3.2 ports, an HDMI 2.1 output, a 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack, a USB-C 3.2 port, and a USB-C 4.0 port. While the inclusion of USB 4 is welcome, the limited number of USB-A ports can be a constraint. With a keyboard and mouse occupying both, users are left with only USB-C ports for additional peripherals. An additional USB-A port on the front would significantly improve usability.
The ports located on the back of the Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i, highlighting the connectivity options and their placement.
Display Quality
The Yoga AIO 9i’s 32-inch 4K display is undoubtedly its highlight. The crisp resolution, combined with the glossy finish, delivers vibrant colors and sharp details. The screen boasts impressive brightness, reaching up to 640 nits, providing excellent HDR performance. Color accuracy is also commendable, with 100% sRGB and 97% DCI-P3 coverage, rivaling premium displays like the Samsung Odyssey OLED G8. While not an OLED panel, the color reproduction is exceptional.
An HDR demo running on the Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i, showcasing the vibrant colors and impressive display quality.
Audio Performance
The Yoga AIO 9i features a quad-speaker system with two 2-watt tweeters and two 5-watt woofers by Harman Kardon, offering Dolby Atmos support. While the audio quality is decent, it doesn’t quite match the impressive sound of Apple’s iMac.
The speakers on the Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i, highlighting the Harman Kardon audio system integrated into the design.
Keyboard and Mouse
Lenovo bundles a wireless keyboard and mouse with the Yoga AIO 9i. The ultrathin keyboard is responsive and comfortable to type on, featuring a premium aluminum top. The mouse, while comfortable to hold, is made entirely of plastic and feels less premium. Both peripherals connect via a single USB dongle and support Bluetooth connections for easy switching between devices.
The included wireless keyboard and mouse for the Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i, showcasing the sleek design and connectivity options.
Performance
Powered by Intel’s Core i9-13900H mobile processor, the Yoga AIO 9i delivers performance comparable to a high-end laptop. While it excels in single-core performance, its multi-core performance can lag behind some laptops with weaker processors. The lack of a dedicated GPU hinders performance in demanding tasks like video editing and gaming. While Lenovo claims support for the Nvidia RTX 4050, a configuration with this GPU wasn’t available at the time of this review.
Webcam
The integrated 5MP webcam is adequate for video calls but lacks sharpness and can appear grainy, even in well-lit environments.
Conclusion
The Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i is a visually stunning AIO with a beautiful display and useful features like wireless charging. However, its limited port selection, reliance on integrated graphics, and average webcam performance are drawbacks. While it offers strong competition for Apple’s iMac M3, especially considering its lower price, the upcoming iMac’s potential GPU advantage might be a deciding factor for some. The Yoga AIO 9i is a compelling option for Windows users seeking a premium AIO with a fantastic display, but potential buyers should weigh its limitations against its strengths before making a decision.
The Lenovo Yoga AIO 9i placed on a coffee table, highlighting its sleek design and overall aesthetic.
