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Updated January 16, 2024·
The Lenovo Legion 7, with its AMD Ryzen processor and RTX 3070 graphics, excels in heavy-duty tasks, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio offers the latest Intel CPU and RTX 4060 graphics, which may perform better in some newer applications or games. The Legion's larger screen provides greater workspace for multitasking but at the expense of more weight, making it less portable than the Stealth which is lighter and easier to carry around. Battery life will also vary, with portability often correlating with longer battery life due to power-efficient components. Choose the Legion for more demanding work and gaming, and the Stealth for better portability and newer features at a slightly lower price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 7
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good battery life
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.3
7.6
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
469.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 7 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
When considering a laptop for general use, the Lenovo Legion 7 offers a higher resolution and brighter display than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, providing sharper images and better visibility in various lighting conditions. For engineering and design tasks, the Legion 7 covers a wider range of color gamuts, delivering more accurate colors which is crucial for detailed and color-sensitive work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the Legion 7's lower refresh rate results in less smooth motion compared to what gaming-optimized screens offer, leading to a less immersive experience in fast-paced games or 3D rendering.
Battery
6.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion 7 has 6.5 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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Lenovo Legion 7 both have good portability, though the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.6
The Lenovo Legion 7 has very good build quality, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
469.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
6.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Lenovo Legion 7 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion 7 offers a bright screen with high resolution and a robust CPU suitable for demanding tasks, though it's less portable and has a shorter battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio provides a balance of performance and portability with a lightweight build and high-quality speakers, but it may compromise the brightness and overall screen size compared to the Legion 7.
Gaming and AI
7.8
7.8
8.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Lenovo Legion 7 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Legion 7 is equipped with a high-performance Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a screen that can refresh at 165 times per second, making it a solid choice for gaming and 3D applications; it also features an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and high-quality IPS display. Likewise, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio includes an even more advanced Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and the same high refresh rate display for a smooth gaming experience, complemented by a capable Intel i7 CPU and a screen with excellent color reproduction.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Lenovo Legion 7 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Legion 7 offers strong engineering and design performance with its AMD Ryzen CPU, Nvidia RTX GPU, and high-resolution, color-accurate display, but it's heavier and has a larger screen, affecting portability. Meanwhile, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio boasts a newer Intel CPU and Nvidia GPU, excellent color coverage, and a more portable design, though it may compromise on screen size and battery life.
Content Creation
7.9
7.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion 7 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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.
Software Development
7.6
7.4
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 7 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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.
Cost
$1,500
$1,432
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo Legion 7 has a price of $1,500 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,432.
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How the Lenovo Legion 7 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo Legion 7 | MSI Stealth 14 Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,432 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 10.3'' x 0.86'' | 12.4'' x 9.7'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.5 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.01" | 12.4" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.27" | 9.69" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 80 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 469 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Lenovo Legion 7
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Andreas Osthoff | September 2022
"The Lenovo Legion 7 is a fast 16-inch gamer with 165 Hz display. The new Lenovo Legion 7 is a very good gaming notebook that, despite its comparatively compact compact 16-inch case, does not have to do without the most powerful components. Thanks to good cooling, no compromises are made in terms of performance. Both the Core i9-12900HX and the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti perform at a very high level."
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Francisco Lahoz | June 2023
"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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