The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is more affordable and offers good value for everyday tasks like browsing and light office work, with silent, fanless operation ensuring it stays quiet, although it has modest performance due to its processor and integrated graphics. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs more but delivers much higher performance suitable for intensive tasks such as 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, thanks to its powerful CPU and discrete graphics. The MSI also features a higher resolution and faster display, making it better for multimedia and detailed work, but it is slightly heavier and may have shorter battery life. Consider the Lenovo if you prefer affordability and basic usage, or the MSI for high-end performance and advanced features. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Best in class speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.1/10
7.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
239.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" offers less power and multitasking capability with its basic CPU and less RAM, alongside a lower-quality screen, which makes it less suitable for general use compared to the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, which boasts a higher-end CPU with more RAM, a superior display for better visuals, and a longer battery life for extended use. Despite these advantages, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio is also heavier and has a shorter battery life when it comes to portability, which may affect its convenience for on-the-go users.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
7.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" falls short for gaming and 3D applications because it has an entry-level processor and basic integrated graphics, whereas the MSI Stealth 14 Studio is equipped with a high-performance processor and a powerful dedicated Nvidia graphics card, critical for such demanding tasks. Additionally, the MSI model has a higher screen refresh rate, providing smoother visuals for gaming, while the Lenovo's display is more basic and not designed for high refresh rates needed in gaming and fast-paced 3D rendering.
Engineering and Design
5.5/10
8.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has limited capabilities for engineering and design due to its less powerful CPU, minimal RAM, and basic integrated graphics, along with a lower resolution and less vibrant TN display. In contrast, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio excels in those fields with a high-end CPU, ample RAM, advanced dedicated graphics, and a high-resolution, color-rich IPS screen, though it is slightly heavier and might have a more audible operating noise.
Content Creation
6.2/10
7.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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
6.4/10
7.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for software development, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
5.3/10
7.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
239.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a display that lacks in resolution and brightness, which makes it less ideal for tasks where clarity and visibility are key, like browsing or document editing, impacting general use negatively. For engineering and design, color accuracy is essential to ensure the work is precise and visually correct; the IdeaPad's screen does not cover the professional color gamuts well, leading to less accurate color representation. On the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, while the display quality is high for general tasks and professional design work due to stronger color reproduction and better resolution, its lower refresh rate makes it less optimal for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother motion and quicker screen updates.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has 5 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.
Build Quality
6.0/10
7.6/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$153
$1,432
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a price of $153 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,432.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" to have very good portability, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio compare to other laptops
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
"You'll find a versatility in the MSI Stealth 14 Studio that isn’t matched by many content-creator laptops we've tested of late. The small frame allows you to (potentially) work from anywhere with an outlet and, if noise isn’t a concern, run your most demanding of programs, thanks to some powerful hardware inside. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is an attractive and powerful option if you want a portable laptop to be the center of your content work setup."
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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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