Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i: Arrow Lake Processor Powers New Multimedia Laptop

Lenovo has released the Yoga Pro 9i, a high-performance multimedia laptop designed to succeed the ThinkPad X1 Extreme. The new device boasts powerful hardware, including the latest Intel Core Ultra 9 285H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 graphics, all integrated into a sleek and portable design.

Under the Hood: Intel Core Ultra 9 285H

At the heart of the Yoga Pro 9i lies the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H processor. Released in February 2025, this flagship processor from Intel’s Arrow Lake mobile H-series features 16 cores – 6 P-cores clocked up to 5.4 GHz, 8 E-cores clocked up to 4.5 GHz and 2 low-power E-cores clocked up to 2.5 GHz – without hyperthreading. It’s built on a cutting-edge 3nm process and can handle up to 115W of power.

Key Specifications

• Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 285H (16 cores)
• Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop
• RAM: 32GB LPDDR5x 8400 MT/s
• Storage: 1TB SSD (WD PC SN7100S)
• Display: 16.0-inch 2880 x 1800 OLED, 120Hz
• Weight: 2.036 kg (plus 507g power supply)
• Operating System: Microsoft Windows 11 Home

Performance and Features

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop graphics card offers entry-level performance for modern games, capable of running demanding titles at medium settings. Older and less demanding games can be played at higher detail levels. According to NVIDIA, the RTX 5050’s performance without DLSS and frame generation is comparable to an RTX 4060.

“The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i Gen 10 Aura Edition is an effective entry-level content-creation laptop with an impressive OLED display, an industry-leading keyboard, a powerful audio system, and a potent processor in a premium shell.”

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The laptop features a 16-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2880 x 1800 pixels and a refresh rate of 120Hz. It likewise includes a high-quality audio system with 6 stereo speakers (4x 2W woofers, 2x 2W tweeters) and Dolby Atmos support.

Connectivity and More

Connectivity options include 2 USB 3.0/3.1 Gen1 ports, 2 USB4 40 Gbps ports, 2 Thunderbolt 4 ports, USB-C Power Delivery, HDMI, 2 DisplayPort, a 3.5mm combo audio jack, and an SD card reader. It also supports Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.

Price and Availability

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i is currently available for around €1999, with a historical best price of €1948.99.

FAQ

What processor does the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i employ?

It uses the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H processor.

What graphics card is included?

It features an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop graphics card.

What is the screen resolution?

The screen resolution is 2880 x 1800 pixels.

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i represents a significant step forward in mobile computing, offering a compelling combination of power, features, and portability for demanding users.