Are there any alternatives?

The HP Spectre x360 14 can’t hold a candle to the Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 in terms of performance, at least not until it gets updated to 12th-gen chips itself. HP’s laptop offers an equally lovely design and as good an OLED display, though. It’s also a bit more expensive, but it’s the only 14-inch class convertible 2-in-1 that comes close.

　　Lenovo’s clamshell IdeaPad Slim 7 Carbon makes for another fine choice if you don’t need a 2-in-1. It’s as fast and its battery life is a little better, and it has its own excellent OLED display that runs at 90Hz.

　　Apple’s MacBook Pro 14 is my final recommendation. It offers the usual excellent MacBook build quality, utilizes Apple’s incredibly fast M1 Pro chip, and has excellent battery life and a lovely display. If you’re okay with MacOS, then this is a great, if expensive, option.

　　

How long will it last?

The Yoga 9i 14 Gen 7 has a rigid chassis that’s solid enough to last for years. It also utilizes the most up-to-date components, making it an excellent long-term investment. The standard one-year warranty is disappointing, as usual.

　　

Should you buy it?

Yes. Excellent performance, a spectacular design, and a superior display — there’s a lot to like here.