The Lenovo Legion 9i offers top-of-the-line performance with a stronger processor and graphics card, larger RAM, and an advanced Mini LED screen, making it suited for the most demanding tasks like engineering, 3D rendering, and machine learning. However, it's a more expensive and heavier option with less battery life. The MSI Raider GE67Hx, on the other hand, is less pricey, more portable, and offers a high refresh rate OLED display which is great for gaming and general use, but it has a less powerful processor, less RAM, and an older graphics card, limiting its performance in very intensive tasks. Both have sizable screens, ample storage and a good array of ports, but the Lenovo's higher price reflects its superior performance and screen technology, while the MSI prioritizes a balance between cost and capability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 9i
Best in class for engineering and design
Excellent for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Best in class overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE67Hx
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Legion 9i.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
9.2/10
8.7/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i is excellent for gaming and AI, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good.
The Lenovo Legion 9i is excellent for gaming and 3D due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU and a high-quality mini LED screen with a good refresh rate; meanwhile, the MSI Raider GE67Hx, while still very good for gaming with its Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, offers a higher screen refresh rate but slightly lesser GPU horsepower and features an OLED screen, which is known for vibrant colors but may not be as bright as the Legion's display.
Engineering and Design
9.6/10
8.9/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 9i is best in class for engineering and design, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good.
The Lenovo Legion 9i excels in engineering and design due to its higher-end CPU and GPU, more RAM for complex tasks, and a high-resolution Mini LED display that translates to superior screen quality. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE67Hx offers a very good OLED display and robust processing capabilities, but it falls slightly behind in terms of raw power and multitasking efficiency due to having less RAM and a less powerful CPU and GPU.
Screen Quality
9.7/10
9.1/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
682.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
344.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE67Hx for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Lenovo Legion 9i stands out with its display's sharpness, clarity, and brightness, which enhances readability and multimedia consumption. Engineers and designers will appreciate the Legion 9i for its outstanding color accuracy and range, crucial for precise color work and visual detail. However, for gaming and 3D applications, where fast-paced visuals demand quicker screen refreshes, the MSI Raider GE67Hx's lower performance in this area may disappoint due to choppier imagery, despite its otherwise high-quality display for everyday tasks and color-critical work.
Battery
3.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Lenovo Legion 9i has 3 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE67Hx has 5.5 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
$3,420
$2,349
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a price of $3,420 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx costs $2,349.
The Lenovo Legion 9i and MSI Raider GE67Hx are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion 9i stands out for general use primarily due to its stronger CPU, higher RAM, and superior screen technology, which offer better performance and visual quality, but it is heavier and slightly less portable than the MSI Raider GE67Hx. Meanwhile, the MSI Raider GE67Hx, while having a good screen and sufficient performance, boasts better portability due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, making it a more convenient option for those who often work on the go.
Content Creation
8.7/10
8.3/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Lenovo Legion 9i and MSI Raider GE67Hx are both very 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
8.3/10
7.9/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Legion 9i to be very good for software development, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx 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.
Portability
Fair
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI Raider GE67Hx and Lenovo Legion 9i both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i and MSI Raider GE67Hx 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 9i and the MSI Raider GE67Hx compare to other laptops
"The Lenovo Legion 9i is meant as a top-end flagship showcase for enthusiasts, and on that, it delivers. You'll find flashier designs in this price tier—Razer’s all-metal build in a similarly sized laptop like the Blade 16, or monstrous 18-inch machines—but this is a well-thought-out laptop. The chassis is trim for a 16-inch powerhouse, the lid is unique, and bespoke liquid cooling takes performance to the next level."
"If you've wanted to dip your toes into PC gaming but can't let go of your console roots, the MSI Raider GE67 HX stakes out an attractive middle ground between the speed and versatility of PC gaming and the comfort and ease of a console. If you can overlook its noisy fans and chintzy touchpad, the Raider provides a powerhouse entertainment experience with an OLED screen that tops most household TVs. It's not cheap, but this gaming machine is more than the sum of its parts."
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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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