When choosing between the HP Spectre x360 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, consider that the Spectre offers a more budget-friendly option, generally costs less, and is quite versatile with its 2-in-1 design, suitable for general use, and good for portability. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth is geared toward power users who require top-notch performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming; it's more expensive, but it delivers a significant boost in power. However, it may not be as easy to carry around due to its size and weight, and the battery life could be shorter because of its more powerful hardware. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Spectre x360
Good portability
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.6/10
8.9/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 is only fair.
The HP Spectre x360, while offering versatility and decent screen quality, incorporates a GPU and screen refresh rate that are not optimized for high-end gaming and intense 3D tasks, thus providing only fair performance in these areas. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is tailored for these demanding applications with a superior GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, alongside a strong CPU and screen quality, making it excellent for gaming and 3D work.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
9.1/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent for engineering and design, while the HP Spectre x360 is very good.
The HP Spectre x360 provides a balance of performance and portability with a high-quality screen suitable for design, but the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, with a more powerful CPU, GPU, and additional RAM, excels in handling more demanding engineering applications, at the expense of being less portable and potentially noisier under load. While both have good keyboards and speakers, the superior hardware of the MSI makes it the better choice for intensive tasks, though the HP may be favored for its ease of carrying and quieter operation.
Screen Quality
7.6/10
8.4/10
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
406.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a better screen than the HP Spectre x360 for general use, gaming and AI, and software development.
The HP Spectre x360 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio have displays with high resolution and brightness, making text and images crisp and easy to view, which is ideal for general use. Their screens offer wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color reproduction needed for engineering and design tasks where detail and color accuracy are paramount. However, for gaming and 3D applications where a high refresh rate is crucial to keep motion smooth and reduce lag, these laptops may fall short, as they prioritize resolution and color accuracy over a faster screen refresh capability.
Battery
11.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP Spectre x360 has 11 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
4.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP Spectre x360 has good portability, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,000
$2,900
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The HP Spectre x360 has a price of $1,000 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and HP Spectre x360 are both very good for general use.
The HP Spectre x360 offers smooth performance for everyday tasks with its robust CPU and ample RAM, a high-quality screen, and is easy to carry around with a battery that lasts long, making it ideal for users on the go. Meanwhile, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, while also providing strong performance and a high-quality screen, leans towards users who need more power for intensive tasks, but it is heavier and may have a shorter battery life, trading off some portability and convenience for more demanding software or multitasking needs.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.5/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and HP Spectre x360 are both very good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.3/10
8.2/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio are both very good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.0/10
The HP Spectre x360 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the HP Spectre x360 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio compare to other laptops
"As we said, Lenovo's Yoga 9i is a tough competitor to the Spectre with an equally admirable OLED display. We're sad that neither of them has an HDMI port nor a niche or slot to hold the stylus, though the HP wins points for its bundled mini docking station and magnetically attached pen. Your choice will come down to screen shape—and in our eyes, just as seeing an OLED screen spoils you for an IPS panel, enjoying a tall 3:2 display spoils you for a more conventional view. The HP Spectre x360 13.5 is our new favorite 2-in-1."
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About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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