If you're looking for affordability and basic tasks such as browsing the internet, working with documents, and streaming videos, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" offers a budget-friendly option with decent performance for everyday use. On the other hand, the MSI Vector GP76, while more expensive, provides a significant boost in performance, suited for gaming, 3D modeling, machine learning tasks, and more demanding engineering software, thanks to its higher-end hardware. It also typically offers better build quality and a more robust cooling system. However, the MSI is heavier and larger, making it less convenient for travel, and it likely has a shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo, which may be a drawback if you need to work on the go without frequent access to power outlets. Choose the Lenovo for casual use and portability, or invest in the MSI for high-performance needs and less concern about portability and battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.1/10
8.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
239.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a basic CPU and low RAM, leading to slower performance, which is not ideal for heavy multitasking or advanced applications; additionally, its screen offers lower resolution and color accuracy. On the other hand, the MSI Vector GP76 boasts a high-end CPU and a substantial amount of RAM, making it much more powerful and capable for demanding tasks, with a good quality screen, although it is heavier and has a shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
8.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
5.5/10
8.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
6.2/10
8.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Vector GP76 is very 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
7.6/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 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
7.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
239.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Vector GP76 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" likely has a lower resolution and dimmer display, impacting its usability for everyday tasks and making fine details less discernible for engineering applications, while its limited color gamut could lead to less accurate color representation crucial for design work. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76's higher-quality display provides sharp, bright visuals with a wider color range, better serving general computing and professional design needs. However, for 3D and gaming, the MSI Vector's possibly lower refresh rate might result in less fluid motion compared to screens optimized for these activities.
Battery
9.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 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
Very Good
Poor
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 has very 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
$1,760
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a price of $153 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
"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."
"The MSI Vector GP76 12UGS is a gaming laptop on speed. The advantages are clear: The Vector GP76 is a real gamer with its 360 Hz display and super-fast response times. In addition, the Core i7-12700H has double the power of the CPU in its predecessor and another highlight is the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti with a real power consumption of 150 watts. This places the device in the top range of our database. The Vector can also operate rather quietly, offers a full sound range, improved battery runtimes, a key-configurable RGB keyboard, a very stable chassis and good upgrade options. Moreover, the display produces a nice, rich and clear picture."
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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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