Lenovo's latest Legion 9i is an impressive gaming laptop equipped with liquid cooling, Mini LED technology, and a dazzling RGB display

Lenovo has unveiled its latest Legion 9i model, and it's quite an unconventional addition to the Legion lineup. Set to launch in October with a starting price of a hefty $4,399, Lenovo is including various unique features and innovations.

One standout feature is the Legion 9i's distinction as the first 16-inch gaming laptop equipped with an integrated liquid-cooling system. Unlike traditional air cooling, this system employs water and a pump to efficiently manage heat, potentially allowing the 9i to deliver impressive performance, with claims of handling up to 230W.

While liquid cooling in laptops of this size has been attempted before, Lenovo's claim is that the Legion 9i can effectively cool itself without the need for external components. However, it's important to note that the actual performance and effectiveness of this cooling system remain uncertain, especially considering the already excellent cooling in previous Legion models.

Another intriguing feature is the forged carbon cover, providing each unit with a unique pattern and an unconventional design. The 165Hz 16:10 Mini LED display with a remarkable 94% screen-to-body ratio is also a highlight, offering a premium visual experience that is hard to go back from once experienced.

Under the hood, the Legion 9i will be powered by the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4090, the most powerful mobile GPU available at the moment, and will offer up to 64GB of memory and 2TB of storage. However, the choice of the 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX processor is met with mixed feelings, as AMD's 7945HX3D chip, set to hit the market soon, has shown superior performance in testing.

At present, the Legion 9i appears to be more of an experimental showcase for Lenovo's cooling solution and its potential impact on performance. If you can afford it, you may become the proud owner of a unique and high-performance laptop, but keep in mind that AMD's competing options might offer more bang for your buck.