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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is typically less expensive than the MSI Bravo 15 and offers a higher resolution touchscreen display, more RAM for multitasking, and superior battery life, making it suitable for general use and portable productivity. Its color-accurate display may appeal to creative professionals, but its integrated graphics limit performance in 3D applications and gaming. Conversely, the MSI Bravo 15, despite being somewhat heavier and with less battery longevity, boasts a dedicated Nvidia RTX graphics card and AMD processor that excel in gaming, engineering applications, and 3D tasks. If portability and display quality are top priorities, choose the Lenovo; for better gaming and complex task performance, go with the MSI. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.1
7.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is only fair.
The MSI Bravo 15 outperforms the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro in gaming and 3D applications mainly because it has a dedicated Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth visuals and quick responses in intensive tasks. While the Lenovo has a capable integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a decent screen refresh rate, it's not on par with the MSI in terms of graphical power and display fluidity for gaming or 3D work.
Software Development
7.3
6.8
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 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
7.7
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
395.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro offers superior screen resolution and brightness, which enhances the viewing experience for both general users and professionals involved in engineering and design, plus its high color accuracy covers extensive color gamuts, making it ideal for detailed color work. However, it falls short for gaming and 3D due to its lower refresh rate which does not provide as fluid motion as needed for such applications. Meanwhile, the MSI Bravo 15, while sufficient for general tasks with acceptable resolution and brightness, has less accurate color representation and an insufficient refresh rate for high-end gaming and 3D content creation.
Battery
8.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Bravo 15 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
Very Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has very good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
6.7
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has good build quality, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$799
$862
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro has a price of $799 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $862.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.3
7.1
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
395.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro is better suited for general use due to its higher RAM, better screen quality with higher resolution and brightness, and greater portability attributed to its lighter weight and more compact dimensions. On the other hand, the MSI Bravo 15, while offering a powerful CPU and dedicated GPU that may appeal to gamers, is less ideal for general use due to its lower RAM, less vibrant screen, and reduced battery life, in addition to being bulkier, which impacts portability.
Engineering and Design
7.0
7.2
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI Bravo 15 and Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro are both good for engineering and design.
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
7.4
7.1
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and MSI Bravo 15 are both 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.
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How the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro and the MSI Bravo 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro | MSI Bravo 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$799 | $862 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 8.7'' x 0.62'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.04 lbs | 4.96 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.29" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.74" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-11300H | AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60.7 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 395 nits | 267 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.8/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Allen Ngo | October 2021
"The main selling point of the IdeaPad Slim 7i Pro versus a regular IdeaPad Slim 7 is its faster Core H-series CPU. In reality, the Core i7-11370H is only marginally faster than the U-series Core i7-1165G7 to the point where most users are not likely to notice the benefits. The slight performance uptick comes at the cost of slightly higher power consumption as well meaning owners will have to deal with potentially warmer temperatures or louder fans to compensate. Unless if you happen to be a power user, then the regular non-Pro model will be more than enough. Once you go 90 Hz, you can't go back."
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Nikolay Palaozov | July 2023
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming laptop."
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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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