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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize gaming performance and are willing to accommodate a heftier and slightly less portable laptop, the Lenovo Legion 7i Pro, which is generally more expensive, may suit you because of its higher-end graphics capabilities. For tasks like 3D rendering and machine learning, it also offers strong performance. However, if you seek a more balanced option that's also suited for professional creative work, is lighter, and may save you some money without a significant compromise on power, the MSI Creator Z16P could be the choice, especially if you find the touchscreen and marginally better portability appealing. Both laptops have similar battery life and are well suited for general use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Creator Z16P
- Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.4
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
469.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
394.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is very good for general use, while the MSI Creator Z16P is good.
The Lenovo Legion 7i Pro stands out for general use due to its top-tier CPU and ample RAM, which provide exceptional performance, as well as a high-quality, high-brightness screen, but it is heavier and less portable. In contrast, while the MSI Creator Z16P also offers a quality CPU and screen, with added touchscreen functionality, its lower RAM, slightly lesser screen brightness, and weaker GPU means it may not handle intensive tasks as smoothly, though it compensates with better portability and sound heat management.
Gaming and AI
9.1
7.6
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator Z16P is good.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for gaming and 3D due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz, making for smoother visuals during fast action scenes. In comparison, the MSI Creator Z16P, while still good for these tasks with its Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, provides a slightly lower refresh rate of 165Hz, which may not be as fluid for high-speed gaming and might render less detail in 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
9.3
8.3
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Creator Z16P is very good.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i shines in engineering and design use with its higher-tier Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU and more RAM, which are crucial for demanding software applications, while the MSI Creator Z16P, despite having a solid build and a touch-enabled high-quality screen, falls slightly behind due to its lesser Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and reduced RAM, which may impact performance in intensive tasks. While both laptops have excellent screen quality and sufficient CPU power, the Lenovo’s superior graphics and memory are key for heavy design workflows, though the MSI might be preferred for those valuing a touch screen and slightly better portability and keyboard quality.
Content Creation
8.5
7.9
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is very good for content creation, while the MSI Creator Z16P 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
8.2
7.6
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is very good for software development, while the MSI Creator Z16P is good.
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
8.7
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
469.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
394.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has a better screen than the MSI Creator Z16P for general use, gaming and AI, software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i and MSI Creator Z16P both offer high resolution and bright displays, which enhance the viewing experience for general tasks like browsing the web or watching videos. For engineering and design work, these laptops have screens with wide color gamuts, allowing for accurate color representation critical for detailed work. However, their lower refresh rates make them less ideal for 3D applications and gaming, where smoother motion and quicker refreshes can be essential for an optimal experience.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
16.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Creator Z16P has good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,000
$1,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has a price of $2,000 and the MSI Creator Z16P costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
Battery
5.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has 5 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator Z16P 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i and MSI Creator Z16P both have very 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 Legion Pro 7i and the MSI Creator Z16P compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Pro 7i | MSI Creator Z16P |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,000 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2023 | June 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.3'' x 0.94'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.17 lbs | 5.27 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.32" | 10.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900HX | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 16" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 469 nits | 394 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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 | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 4 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Florian Glaser | February 2023
"Passionate gamers who want to play demanding modern titles with maximum details and don't mind spending the moolah will find the Lenovo Legion 7 Pro to be the right choice. The bright, sharp, and color-accurate 16:10 QHD 240 Hz display makes for an immersive viewing experience. The hardware is housed in a stylish chassis that feels premium and scores well in terms of workmanship and stability. Other aspects such as sound quality, input devices, and connectivity also seem to be near-perfect."
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Mario Petzold | June 2022
"There's almost nothing left to be desired with the MSI Z16P. The creator laptop offers enormous performance resources for image editing, video editing, rendering, and more. All this is presented on a precalibrated, adequately sized, and high-resolution display. Its color space, refresh rate, and panel technology are also perfectly suited for a device that specializes in video reproduction and editing."
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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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