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Updated March 21, 2024·
When considering the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i and the MSI Creator M14, keep in mind that the Legion is often aimed at gaming with high performance and graphics capabilities, which may suit intensive tasks but can be heavier and have shorter battery life. The MSI, on the other hand, tends to target content creators with a focus on portability and screen quality, which may be beneficial for design work and usage on the go, but it may come with a higher price tag. If gaming and raw performance is your priority and you don't mind a heavier laptop, the Lenovo might be the way to go, while if you need something for creative tasks that is easier to carry around, the MSI could be a better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
7.3
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator M14 is good.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has a powerful GPU suitable for heavy gaming and 3D applications, and its high screen refresh rate ensures smooth visuals, which is crucial for fast-paced games. While the MSI Creator M14 also offers a strong GPU and impressive screen quality for creative work, its lower refresh rate may not match the Legion Pro 5i's fluidity in gaming scenarios.
Screen Quality
8.1
7.5
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the MSI Creator M14 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i boasts a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and color coverage, which enhances the quality for engineering and design work that relies on precise color reproduction, but its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for gaming where smoothness is crucial. The MSI Creator M14, while also providing good resolution and brightness, is likely slightly behind in color accuracy, making it suitable for engineering and general use, but not the best choice for the fast-paced visuals demanded by gaming and 3D applications. Both models fall short for gaming and 3D tasks due to refresh rates that don't match the requirements for high-frame-rate experiences.
Battery
3.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has 3.5 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 has good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$999
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i has a price of $999 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
8.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
3.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.6/10
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 Legion Pro 5i is good.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i offers a capable CPU and ample RAM for smooth operation in everyday tasks, yet its heavier build and shorter battery life may not suit those constantly on the move. On the other hand, the MSI Creator M14, with its superior screen quality and lighter design, provides a better balance for portability and general use, though it may come with a higher price tag.
Engineering and Design
8.4
8.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 5i, with its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and dedicated GPU, excels in handling complex engineering and design tasks, while its screen quality ensures crisp and detailed visuals important for precision work. However, the MSI Creator M14's also strong CPU and GPU, paired with quality RAM and an excellent display, offers a competitive alternative for similar tasks, and it might slightly edge out in portability, making it a better choice if you often work on the go.
Content Creation
7.6
8.0
9.6/10
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 Legion 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
7.5
7.8
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and Lenovo Legion 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The MSI Creator M14 and Lenovo Legion 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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Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Pro 5i | MSI Creator M14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.3'' x 0.97'' | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.6 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.31" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.25" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700HX | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3.5 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 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 | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 368 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 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 | 4 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Brian Westover | August 2023
"The midpriced Lenovo Legion Pro 5i Gen 8 follows some of our favorite gaming machines, including last year's model and the higher-end Legion Pro 7i Gen 8 tested earlier this year. But pedigree doesn't count for much in the computer world, and gaming laptops require a certain level of power and graphics performance to justify their prices. The Pro 5i Gen 8 just doesn't do that, offering middling CPU and GPU performance rather than the sort of muscle that would make it a great value."
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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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