Lenovo's latest iteration of the Legion gaming laptops unveiled back at CES have finally started to make their way to Nepal. In this article, let's talk specifically about the Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 9 (2024), its features and offerings, alongside the official price in Nepal and availability details.

Lenovo Legion 7i (2024) Overview

Processing and Graphics

The Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 9 stands out as a gaming and content creation powerhouse, featuring the latest Intel Core i9-14900HX Raptor Lake Refresh CPU. This processor, with 8PC+16Ec/32T, ensures top-tier performance for users seeking an unparalleled gaming experience. The Legion 7i, much like its 5i sibling, is configurable up to an RTX 4070 8GB 115W GPU, the Legion 7i Gen 9 showcases its graphics prowess. With support for MUX, Advanced Optimus, and GSync, users can expect a seamless and immersive visual experience during gaming and content creation sessions. There's also the newest Lenovo LA3 AI chip that should help with managing system thermals and performance and boost FPS in games.

Thermal Design

Lenovo introduces the "Coldfront: Hyper" thermal design for effective heat management. This design prevents the hot exhaust air from mixing with the cold intake air, allowing the Legion 7i Gen 9 to handle max TDPs of 170 watts, ensuring optimal performance during extended gaming sessions.

Display

Featuring a 16-inch 1600p IPS panel, the Legion 7i Gen 9 delivers a visual feast with 100% sRGB coverage, 500 nits peak brightness, a 3ms response time, and a 240 Hz refresh rate, all enhanced by NVIDIA G-SYNC technology. Additionally, users have the option of a 3.2K panel with a 165 Hz refresh rate, 430 nits brightness, and 100% DCI-P3 coverage.

Connectivity 

With Thunderbolt 4, USB Type-C with DisplayPort, USB Type-A, HDMI 2.1, and a MicroSD card reader, the Legion 7i Gen 9 offers a versatile selection of ports. This connectivity hub ensures seamless integration with various peripherals for a complete gaming and productivity setup.

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Memory and Networking

The Legion 7i Gen 9 supports up to 32 GB DDR5-5600 OC (2x DIMMs), user-configurable up to 64 GB, and storage up to 2TB. Additionally, it features Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 for high-speed wireless connectivity, enhancing the overall user experience.

Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 9 (2024) Specifications

• Color Options: Eclipse Black, Glacier White
• Display: 16-inch IPS
• Display Certifications: Dolby Vision, Panton X-Rite validation
• Resolution: 3.2K/165Hz/450 nits/100% DCI-P3 or QHD+/240Hz/500 nits/100% sRGB
• Keyboard: White or per-key RGB backlit, 1.5mm travel
• Trackpad: Precision trackpad
• Processor:  Intel 14th-gen Raptor Lake Refresh Core HX, up to Core i9-14900H
• Graphics: Intel UHD, up to RTX 4070 8GB 115W with MUX, Advanced Optimus, GSync
• RAM: Up to 32 GB DDR5-5600 OC (2x DIMMs), user-configurable up to 64 GB
• Storage: Various storage options
• Audio: 2x 2W Harman stereo speakers
• Battery: 99.9 Wh
• Power Supply: 230W charger
• I/O Ports: Thunderbolt 4, USB Type-C with DisplayPort, USB Type-A, HDMI 2.1, MicroSD card reader

Lenovo Legion 7i (2024) Price in Nepal and Availability

A sole variant of the Legion 7 is now available in Nepal via Nagmani International. The Lenovo Legion 7i Gen 9 (2024) price in Nepal is NPR 255,900 for the Core i7, RTX 4060 variant with a 3.2K display.

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