Lenovo Legion 7/7i Gen 7 16IAX7/16ARHA7 (2022)

Lenovo Legion 7 (2022)

Manufacturer	Lenovo
Product family	Legion
Release date	January 2022 (2022-01)
Introductory price	USD 2600 to 4500
Discontinued	No
Operating system	Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro No operating system
CPU	AMD Ryzen 7 5800H AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX Intel Core i9-12800HX Intel Core i9-12900HX
Memory	Up to 32 GB DDR4-3200 or DDR5-4800, dual-channel
Memory slots	2 DDR4 SO-DIMM slots
Storage	Up to 2 TB PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD
Storage slots	2 M.2 2280 slots
Removable storage	None
Display	Screen size: 16 inch Panel type: IPS Coating: Anti-glare Resolution: 2560 x 1600 PPI: 188 Aspect ratio: 16:10 Refresh rate: 165 Hz Brightness: 500 nits sRGB: 100 % VRR: FreeSync, G-Sync Screen-to-body ratio: 90 %
Graphics	Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop 6 GB GDDR6 Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop 8 GB GDDR6 Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop 16 GB GDDR6 Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop 16 GB GDDR6 AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT 12 GB GDDR6
Sound	Stereo speakers, 2W x2, Nahimic Audio, Harman Speakers, Smart AMP technology
Camera	Front: 1080p FHD camera with E-camera shutter
Touchpad	Buttonless glass surface multi-touch touchpad, 75 x 120 mm
Connectivity	Wi-Fi 6, 802.11ax 2x2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.1 Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650, 802.11ax 2x2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2 hardware ready 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data transfer only) 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (data transfer and DisplayPort 1.4) 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (data transfer, Power Delivery 100W and DisplayPort 1.4) 1x HDMI 2.1 1x Ethernet (RJ-45) 1x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm) 1x Power connector
Dimensions	W: 36 centimetres (14 in) D: 26 centimetres (10 in) H: 2.01 centimetres (0.79 in) to 2.35 centimetres (0.93 in)
Mass	2.5 kilograms (5.5 lb)
Power brick	300W slim tip (3-pin) AC adapter
Battery	Integrated Li-Polymer 80Wh
Keyboard	Per-key RGB backlit
Chassis	Color: Storm grey Materials: Aluminium (top and bottom) Cooling: Advanced cooling system with vapor chamber and dual fans
Number pad	Yes
Fingerprint reader	Yes (built into power button)
Facial recognition	No
Special features	X-Rite® Pantone® factory color calibration, Dolby® Vision™, DisplayHDR™ 400, Free-Sync, G-Sync compatibility, 1200:1 contrast ratio, 100% sRGB gamut, 178° viewing angle
Website	Lenovo

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The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) is a high-performance gaming laptop designed to cater to gamers and content creators. It features a range of powerful processors, high-end GPUs, and a vibrant display, making it suitable for demanding tasks and gaming. The laptop is available in Storm Grey and offers a sleek, durable design with extensive RGB lighting options.

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) can be configured with the following processors:

• AMD Ryzen 7 5800H with 8 cores, 16 threads, base frequency of 3.2 GHz, and max frequency of 4.4 GHz.
• AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX with 8 cores, 16 threads, base frequency of 3.3 GHz, and max frequency of 4.6 GHz.
• AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX with 8 cores, 16 threads, base frequency of 3.3 GHz, and max frequency of 4.9 GHz.
• Intel Core i9-12800HX with 8 performance cores, 8 efficiency cores, and 24 threads.
• Intel Core i9-12900HX with 8 performance cores, 8 efficiency cores, and 24 threads.

The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX and Intel Core i9-12900HX processors are designed to handle demanding tasks such as gaming, video editing, and 3D rendering. The Intel Core i9-12900HX, in particular, offers desktop-like performance, making it suitable for high-performance gaming and productivity tasks.

Reviewers have praised the processors for their performance in both gaming and productivity tasks. The Intel Core i9-12900HX, for example, delivers excellent benchmark results, though it generates extra heat, requiring a robust cooling system. The AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX also performs well, though it lags behind Intel's 12th gen Alder Lake-H options by 15 to 20 percent.

Benchmarks:

• Cinebench R23:
  • Intel Core i9-12900HX: ~22982 points (multi-core)
  • AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX: ~14455 points (multi-core)
• Geekbench 5.5:
  • Intel Core i9-12900HX: ~16447 points (multi-core)
  • AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX: ~10018 points (multi-core)

Graphics

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) offers the following GPU configurations:

• Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU with 6 GB GDDR6 memory.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU with 16 GB GDDR6 memory.
• Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU with 16 GB GDDR6 memory.
• AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT GPU with 12 GB GDDR6 memory.

The Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT GPUs are designed for high-performance gaming and content creation. The RTX 3080 Ti, in particular, is the fastest mobile graphics card available, providing excellent frame rates in demanding games.

Reviewers have noted that the GPU performance is excellent for gaming, with the RTX 3080 Ti and Radeon RX 6850M XT capable of handling high settings in modern titles. The GPUs perform well in synthetic benchmarks and gaming tests, though performance drops significantly when running on battery power.

Benchmarks:

• 3DMark Fire Strike:
  • Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti: ~30432 points
  • AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT: ~27494 points
• 3DMark Time Spy:
  • Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti: ~12751 points
  • AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT: ~11633 points

Memory

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) supports dual-channel memory and comes with the following configurations:

• Up to 32 GB DDR4-3200 RAM
• Up to 32 GB DDR5-4800 RAM

The memory is upgradeable, with two DDR4 SO-DIMM slots available. The RAM is fast and adequate for multitasking and demanding applications.

Benchmarks:

• AIDA64 Memory Copy: ~64030 MB/s (DDR5-4800)
• AIDA64 Memory Read: ~69716 MB/s (DDR5-4800)

Storage

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) offers the following storage options:

• Up to 2 TB PCIe Gen 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD

The storage is user-replaceable, and the SSD offers fast read and write speeds. Reviewers have noted that the SSD provides excellent performance, with minimal performance drop during prolonged load.

Benchmarks:

• CrystalDiskMark 5/6:
  • Read Seq Q32T1: ~6507.6 MB/s
  • Write Seq Q32T1: ~5006.2 MB/s

Co-processors

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) does not include any additional co-processors.

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) offers a full-size keyboard with per-key RGB backlighting. The keyboard is spill-resistant and includes a numeric keypad, multimedia Fn keys, and customizable lighting options.

Reviewers have noted that the keyboard is comfortable for typing and gaming, with a good overall typing experience. The keys have a crisp feel, though some keys feel rickety.

Touchpad

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) features a buttonless glass surface multi-touch touchpad measuring 75 x 120 mm. The touchpad is responsive and supports gestures and two-finger scrolling effectively.

Webcam

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) comes with a 1080p FHD camera with an E-camera shutter for privacy. The webcam provides decent image quality, though it lacks an IR sensor for facial recognition.

Microphone

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) includes an integrated dual array microphone. Reviewers have noted that the microphone quality is adequate for general use, but an external microphone is recommended for better clarity.

Output Devices

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Display

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) features a 16-inch IPS display with a resolution of 2560 x 1600 and a refresh rate of 165 Hz. The display offers excellent color accuracy, high contrast, and good brightness levels, with a measured brightness of 500 nits.

The display is praised for its vivid and crisp visuals, though it has a matte surface, reducing glare. The display supports FreeSync and G-Sync, enhancing the gaming experience by reducing screen tearing and providing smoother motion.

Benchmarks:

• Maximum Brightness: ~523 cd/m²
• ΔE Color: ~2.1

Audio

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) comes with stereo speakers, 2W x2, enhanced audio with Nahimic Audio, Harman Speakers, and Smart AMP technology. The speakers provide loud and clear sound, though they lack depth in bass.

Connectivity

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WiFi

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) offers the following Wi-Fi options:

• Wi-Fi 6, 802.11ax 2x2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.1
• Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650, 802.11ax 2x2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.1

Reviewers have noted that the Wi-Fi performance is robust, providing stable connections for online gaming and streaming.

Bluetooth

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) includes Bluetooth 5.2 hardware ready, though it may run at a lower version due to OS limitations.

SD Card Reader

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) does not include an SD card reader.

USB

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) is equipped with the following USB ports:

• 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1
• 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
• 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data transfer only)
• 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (data transfer and DisplayPort 1.4)
• 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (data transfer, Power Delivery 100W and DisplayPort 1.4)

Reviewers have noted that the port selection is excellent, though a standard USB-A port on the sides would have been beneficial.

Display Outputs

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) includes the following display outputs:

• 1x HDMI 2.1
• 3x DisplayPort (via USB-C)

The HDMI port supports up to 7680x4320@60Hz, and the USB-C ports support up to 5120x3200@60Hz, providing flexibility for connecting external monitors.

Case

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The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) features an aluminum chassis available in Storm Grey. The laptop is relatively lightweight and compact, with dimensions of 36 centimetres (14 in) x 26 centimetres (10 in) x 2.01 centimetres (0.79 in) to 2.35 centimetres (0.93 in) and a weight of around 2.5 kilograms (5.5 lb).

The design is sleek and stylish, with a dark color that is fingerprint-resistant. The chassis includes extensive RGB lighting options, which can be customized through software.

Reviewers have noted that the build quality is solid, ensuring durability. However, the lid and hinges are somewhat weaker, and the laptop features a rear "jet-engine" design to improve cooling.<refname="NotebookCheck2" />

Maintenance

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The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) is designed to be user-serviceable to some extent. The bottom panel is secured with six screws and can be opened with a suction cup, allowing for easy access to internal components.

Upgradeable components:

• RAM (up to 64 GB)
• M.2 2280 PCIe4 x4 SSD (user-replaceable)
• WLAN module

The RAM is upgradeable, with two DDR4 SO-DIMM slots available. The Wi-Fi module is also user-replaceable, providing flexibility for future upgrades.

Cooling System

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The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) features an advanced cooling system with a vapor chamber and dual fans. The cooling system is designed to manage the heat generated by the high-performance components, ensuring stable performance even under heavy load.

Heat

The cooling system is effective, keeping surface temperatures manageable even under heavy load. The warmest area is the keyboard center, but it remains cooler than expected for a small chassis.

Benchmarks:

• Maximum upper side: ~44.4 °C
• Maximum bottom: ~60.8 °C

Noise

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) is praised for its quiet operation. The laptop is relatively quiet during light tasks, and even under load, the fan noise is not overly distracting. However, the fans can become loud under heavy gaming, reaching up to 54 dB(A).

Benchmarks:

• Idle: ~24.7 dB(A)
• Load: ~47.2 / 54.3 dB(A)

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) ships with a 300W slim tip (3-pin) AC adapter. The laptop is efficient in its power usage, but it has high power consumption, especially during gaming, drawing an average of 249 W while running demanding games like Witcher 3.

Benchmarks:

• Idle: ~25 W
• Load: ~94.4 / 249 W

Battery Life

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) comes with an 80Wh Li-Polymer battery. The battery supports Rapid Charge Boost, providing up to 2 hours of runtime with a 15-minute charge. Reviewers have noted that the battery life is decent for a gaming laptop, with around 4-5 hours of normal use but significantly less under load.

Benchmarks:

• WiFi Websurfing: ~7h 16min
• Video Playback: ~5h 06min
• Gaming: ~0h 55min

Biometrics

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The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) supports fingerprint recognition through a fingerprint reader built into the power button. The fingerprint reader provides an additional layer of security, allowing for quick and secure logins.

Software

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The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) ships with Windows 11 Home, Windows 11 Pro, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Pro, or no operating system, depending on the configuration. The laptop comes with several preinstalled Lenovo apps and software.

Preinstalled Software

• Lenovo Vantage: Acts as the primary control center for system settings, performance profiles, and RGB lighting customization.
• Lenovo Vantage for Gaming: Provides additional gaming-specific features and settings.
• Lenovo Utility
• Lenovo System Update
• McAfee LiveSafe™ (30-day trial version)
• Microsoft Office 365 (30-day trial version)

Linux Support

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) has limited Linux support. Some users have reported issues with Wi-Fi and display brightness control, which may require additional configuration for optimal performance.

Accessories & Warranty

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The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) comes with a 300W slim tip (3-pin) AC adapter and paperwork. The laptop includes a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The Lenovo Legion 7 (2022) is considered a strong contender in the high-end gaming laptop market. It is praised for its performance, display quality, and overall build quality. The laptop is suitable for both gaming and content creation, offering a balance between performance and price. However, it has some drawbacks, such as high power consumption, limited battery life, and fan noise under heavy load.

Problems Summary

• High power consumption.
• Limited battery life under load.
• Fan noise can be loud during heavy gaming.
• Weaker lid and hinges.
• No SD card reader.
• Limited Linux support.

Links

• PCMag Review - Legion 7i Gen 7
• PCMag Review - Legion 7 Gen 7
• NotebookCheck Review - Legion 7 16IAX7
• NotebookCheck Review - Legion 7 16ARHA7