60 PCWorld JUNE 2022REVIEWS LENOVO YOGA 9i 14 (2022)
The Lenovo’s lack of
wired connectivity
may annoy some.WEBCAM, MICROPHONE,
BIOMETRICS
A 1080p camera standard on the Yoga 9i
14-inch. This is great to see on any premium
Windows device and remains the exception,
not the rule. It’s an obvious upgrade over
720p, offering a big leap in sharpness and
more accurate, vivid color. Exposure is still an
issue in unevenly lit rooms, however, and
using it at night will introduce a ton of noise.
The camera offers a small physical privacy
shutter, which is a nice touch.
The laptop’s dual microphone setup
performs as expected. It’s usable from several
feet away from the laptop. You can even speak
from across a small room if you raise your voice.
Quality is thin and distant, however, and
distinctly different from using a real microphone.
Biometric login is offered through both a
fingerprint reader and facial recognition. The
TheLenovo’slack of
wired connectivity
may annoy some.fingerprint reader works well but, as always, it
can be fooled by greasy or dirty fingerprints.
Facial recognition through Windows Hello is
the quicker, more reliable method. It works
well even in a dark room.CONNECTIVITY
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 14-inch has a pair of
USB-C 4/Thunderbolt 4 ports. These include
DisplayPort Alternate Mode for connecting
displays and can charge the laptop when
connected to a USB-C power source. With
the right adapters, these versatile ports can
be used to attach a HDMI or DisplayPort
display, connect to the Internet over wired
Ethernet, or drive multiple additional USB
ports in a USB hub.
There’s only one USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 port for
connecting legacy wired peripherals. It’s
joined by a 3.5mm combo audio jack for
connecting a headset or external speakers.
This makes for a slim selection of wired
connectivity. Those who don’t choose to go
wireless for most peripherals will likely need
to purchase a dock, which can range from
$50 to several hundred dollars (depending
on its capabilities).
While the lack of wired connectivity will
annoy some, it’s typical for
the premium 2-in-1
space. Want more wired
connectivity? You’ll need
to put up with a heavier,
thicker machine.