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Updated March 22, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is a more budget-friendly choice and suitable for everyday tasks and lighter workloads, while the MSI Creator M14, with its higher price point, caters more to professionals in creative fields requiring powerful graphics and processing capabilities, such as video editing or 3D design. The MSI has a stronger emphasis on performance, which may come at the cost of reduced battery life compared to the Lenovo. If portability is crucial, the IdeaPad Pro 5i may be more favorable as it generally offers a balance of performance and ease of carrying. However, if your work demands the extra power and you're willing to invest more, the MSI Creator M14 could be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.8
7.5
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
409.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for general use, and gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator M14 has a better screen for software development.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i boasts a high resolution, vivid panel that appeals to everyday tasks and professional design work; however, the lower refresh rate may diminish the experience for fast-paced gaming and 3D rendering. The MSI Creator M14 also delivers on sharp, bright visuals suitable for both everyday use and color-sensitive engineering tasks, but its refresh rate isn't ideal for the smooth motion required in gaming and 3D content. Both laptops offer panels that excel in clarity and color accuracy, which is essential for general consumers and professionals in creative fields but fall short for gaming enthusiasts who prioritize fluid motion.
Battery
6.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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.
Cost
$950
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i has a price of $950 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
8.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
409.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i offers a balance between performance and price, with a capable CPU and RAM setup for everyday tasks, a decent screen, and good portability, but it may lag behind in battery life. The MSI Creator M14, while typically more expensive, provides enhanced screen quality for better visuals, a more powerful CPU for demanding applications, and generally longer battery life, making it a stronger choice for intensive use, though it may be less portable due to its build.
Gaming and AI
7.4
7.3
6.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and MSI Creator M14 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i offers a strong GPU which is essential for smooth gaming and effective 3D rendering, also boasting a high screen refresh rate that ensures crisp and fluid visuals. Meanwhile, the MSI Creator M14, while also having a capable GPU for these tasks, focuses more on a high-quality screen and a powerful CPU, which benefits creative software performance, but its refresh rate might be slightly less optimized for gaming compared to the IdeaPad.
Engineering and Design
8.1
8.4
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
6.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i are both very good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is equipped with a high-quality CPU, RAM, and GPU, ensuring smooth running of demanding engineering applications while providing a clear display for detailed design work. Meanwhile, the MSI Creator M14, with similar high-end internal hardware tailored for engineering tasks, also offers a strong screen quality, and both have decent portability and good keyboards, balancing performance with usability for professionals.
Content Creation
7.7
8.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i is good.
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
7.7
7.8
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i are both 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
7.8
The MSI Creator M14 and Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i both have 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 Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i and the MSI Creator M14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad Pro 5i | MSI Creator M14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.75'' | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.3 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 409 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Tom's Hardware
Brandon Hill | January 2024
"Lenovo’s IdeaPad Pro 5i represents an impressive opening salvo for Meteor Lake in the ultraportable space against familiar foes from AMD and Apple. Not only does the Core Ultra 5 125H processor provide good performance across the board, but battery life remains a strong point against the Acer Swift Edge 16 with its AMD Ryzen 7 7840U processor. It can’t quite match the endurance of the 15-inch MacBook Pro, but the gap is shrinking."
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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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