$2699 Lenovo 16" Legion Pro 7i 16IRX8H - i9-13900HX / RTX 4090 / 32GB DDR5 / 1TB NVMe / QHD+ 240Hz

pidge

Jun 4, 2023 4:44 AM

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pidgeJun 4, 2023 4:44 AM

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Good discount. I just wish it was a 17" notebook.

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BurritoSupremo

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Jun 4, 2023 11:44 AM

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BurritoSupremo

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Good discount. I just wish it was a 17" notebook.

It's not all about size… It's about the motion in the ocean.

I have the 4080 as and it's been great. Love that it's not huge.

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BeautifulFaucet9420

Jun 5, 2023 2:43 AM

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I have this model from the last time it dropped to 2799. I really like this laptop except that mine has GPU VRAM that is overheating (over 100C). The GPU core is mid to low 70C, the GPU hotspot is high 70C to low 80C, the CPU runs at low 80C (with a -125mV undervolt). But that VRAM hits 100C in a couple minutes of gaming, and then goes over 100C.

This is concerning for me since GDDR6 is rated at up to 95C for normal operation, and in some cases up to 100C. Yet mine is exceeding the VRAM manufacturers own specs. Continued operation at the VRAM temperature that I'm seeing (using HWinfo) will cause the VRAM to fail.

I've got a repair order in, and they're waiting on a part which has been backordered going on two weeks now. I assume that they're going to replace the whole vapor chamber assembly. This model has a large vapor chamber that covers both the CPU and the GPU, and they used liquid metal TIM on the CPU (which is why I didn't take it apart to try and adjust the VRAM thermal pads).

For what it's worth, if that $2200 deal comes back for the 4080 version, it's probably the better buy. Also, I've heard that other folks did NOT have this high of a VRAM temperature, so I likely got one that passed through QC with a VRAM chip not fully covered by a thermal pad.

EDIT: And the stock RAM runs at 5600 CL50, which isn't all that great. But be warned that not all RAM kits will run at max speed should you upgrade. For example, the 64GB 5600MHz CL40 KF556S40IBK2-64 Kingston Fury kit that I got to upgrade my laptop runs at 5200 CL38 with the latest BIOS update.

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Jun 5, 2023 5:09 PM

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Keysersoze_Jun 5, 2023 5:09 PM

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Quote from BeautifulFaucet9420

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I have this model from the last time it dropped to 2799. I really like this laptop except that mine has GPU VRAM that is overheating (over 100C). The GPU core is mid to low 70C, the GPU hotspot is high 70C to low 80C, the CPU runs at low 80C (with a -125mV undervolt). But that VRAM hits 100C in a couple minutes of gaming, and then goes over 100C.

This is concerning for me since GDDR6 is rated at up to 95C for normal operation, and in some cases up to 100C. Yet mine is exceeding the VRAM manufacturers own specs. Continued operation at the VRAM temperature that I'm seeing (using HWinfo) will cause the VRAM to fail.

I've got a repair order in, and they're waiting on a part which has been backordered going on two weeks now. I assume that they're going to replace the whole vapor chamber assembly. This model has a large vapor chamber that covers both the CPU and the GPU, and they used liquid metal TIM on the CPU (which is why I didn't take it apart to try and adjust the VRAM thermal pads).

For what it's worth, if that $2200 deal comes back for the 4080 version, it's probably the better buy. Also, I've heard that other folks did NOT have this high of a VRAM temperature, so I likely got one that passed through QC with a VRAM chip not fully covered by a thermal pad.

EDIT: And the stock RAM runs at 5600 CL50, which isn't all that great. But be warned that not all RAM kits will run at max speed should you upgrade. For example, the 64GB 5600MHz CL40 KF556S40IBK2-64 Kingston Fury kit that I got to upgrade my laptop runs at 5200 CL38 with the latest BIOS update.

Is it because the Kingston ram only runs at 5600 /w XMP?

ertaz

Jun 5, 2023 6:41 PM

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ertazJun 5, 2023 6:41 PM

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I ordered this on the 31st directly from Lenovo, but mine won't ship till 6/20.

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BeautifulFaucet9420

Jun 5, 2023 7:23 PM

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BeautifulFaucet9420Jun 5, 2023 7:23 PM

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Quote from Keysersoze_

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Is it because the Kingston ram only runs at 5600 /w XMP?

It's because Lenovo has a white list, and that Fury RAM kit does not run at the full speed of 5600MHz. Apparently it's the capacity (single rank vs dual rank) that reduces the speeds. Someone posted the whitelist here: https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/Gami...-p/5224788

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ertaz

Jun 10, 2023 1:12 PM

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ertazJun 10, 2023 1:12 PM

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Got this laptop in on Thursday. Build quality is good. Plays D4 well. Screen is bright.

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Product Description:	Get competitive or creative with the 16" Legion Pro 7i 16IRX8H Gaming Laptop in onyx gray from Lenovo. Designed for robust processing, this gaming laptop features a 2.2 GHz Intel Core i9 24-core CPU and 32GB of DDR5 memory. A 1TB NVMe M.2 SSD allows for fast transfers and minimal load times for games and other apps. Bring your favorite games to life with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 graphics card with 16GB of GDDR6 VRAM, as well as FreeSync Premium and G-Sync support for smooth on-screen action. Complementing the GPU, a 16" 2560 x 1600 IPS display delivers a 240 Hz refresh rate, 100% sRGB coverage, and X-Rite Pantone calibration for accurate colors right out of the box. Ready to accelerate gameplay? An integrated AI chip uses machine learning to adjust internals for the highest performance. Connect to wired peripherals via four USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, as well as USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 and Thunderbolt 4 ports supporting data, power delivery, and DisplayPort 1.4 protocols. An HDMI 2.1 port is also present. Plus, pair to wireless accessories with Bluetooth 5.1. Hop online wirelessly with Wi-Fi 6E or connect to wired Gigabit Ethernet networks via an RJ45 port. Interface with teammates, creative collaborators, and more with the integrated Full HD webcam, dual-mic array, and dual 2W speakers. Stay safe with an E-privacy shutter, firmware TPM chip, and user, admin, and power-on password protection. An aluminum construction ensures everyday resilience, while the 99.9 Wh battery allows for up to 7.85 hours of battery life. The Lenovo 16" Legion Pro 7 16IRX8H runs on the Windows 11 Home operating system.
Product SKU:	1745684
16_2560_x_1600_240_hz_ips_display:	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 (16GB GDDR6)
22_ghz_intel_core_i9_24-core_13th_gen:	32GB DDR5 RAM \| 1TB NVMe M.2 SSD
buffered_memory:	No
cpu:	2.2 to 5.4 GHz Performance 8-Core1.6 to 3.9 GHz Efficiency 16-Core
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graphics_type:	Dedicated
l3_cache:	36 MB
maximum_memory_capacity:	32 GB
memory_configuration:	32 GB (User-Replaceable)
memory_slot_type:	262-Pin SO-DIMM
memory_slots:	2 (0 Available)
memory_type:	5600 MHz DDR5
processor:	Intel Core i9-13900HX (13th Gen)
total_installed_memory:	32 GB
vpro_support:	No

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