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Updated March 22, 2024·
When choosing between the Lenovo Legion 9i and the MSI Titan 18 HX, consider that the Titan typically offers higher performance for demanding applications like gaming or 3D modelling, due to more powerful components. However, the Legion is usually less expensive and may be more portable, making it easier to carry around. The Titan could have a shorter battery life because of its powerful hardware. If top performance for heavy tasks is a priority and budget isn't a concern, the Titan makes sense; if you favor savings, portability, and sufficient performance for everyday use, the Legion is a better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 9i
- Best in class overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Titan 18 HX
- Excellent for content creation
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
Software Development
8.3
8.9
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Lenovo Legion 9i are both very good for software development, though the MSI Titan 18 HX is somewhat better.
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
9.7
9.2
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
682.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a better screen than the MSI Titan 18 HX for general use, and gaming and AI, while the MSI Titan 18 HX has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo Legion 9i and MSI Titan 18 HX have high-resolution displays with excellent brightness and panel quality, offering crisp and clear visuals for tasks like browsing and video watching. Both laptops are equipped with screens that cover a wide range of color gamuts, ensuring that engineers and designers see accurate colors for their precision work. However, their lower refresh rates make them less ideal for gaming and 3D applications, where smoother motion provided by higher refresh rates is crucial for an optimal experience.
Battery
3.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion 9i has 3 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan 18 HX has 4 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
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
5.6 lbs
WEIGHT
7.9 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The Lenovo Legion 9i has only fair portability, while the MSI Titan 18 HX has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$3,420
$4,800
$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 Titan 18 HX costs $4,800.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.8
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
682.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Lenovo Legion 9i are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion 9i, with its high-quality CPU and RAM, makes for smooth multitasking and good performance for everyday tasks, while its screen delivers crisp images; however, portability and battery life may limit its use on the go. In comparison, the MSI Titan 18 HX also offers a powerful CPU and plenty of RAM, ensuring excellent performance but is even less portable and has shorter battery life, making it better suited for a stationary setup where it can excel in demanding tasks without the worry of needing frequent charging.
Gaming and AI
9.2
9.4
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Lenovo Legion 9i are both excellent for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Legion 9i is praised for its high-end GPU and rapid screen refresh rate, offering smooth visuals and responsiveness crucial for gaming and 3D tasks. While the MSI Titan 18 HX also boasts a powerful GPU and high refresh rate, its larger screen and advanced CPU support complex gaming scenarios and 3D modeling, albeit with a hike in price and less portability.
Engineering and Design
9.6
9.9
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Lenovo Legion 9i are both best in class for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Legion 9i, with its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and dedicated GPU, handles engineering applications smoothly, and its high-quality screen provides clear visuals, making it suitable for design tasks. However, the MSI Titan 18 HX, also equipped with top-tier components and exceptional screen quality, edges out with a more robust GPU for the most demanding engineering graphics, but it is less portable and could have a louder operating noise.
Content Creation
8.7
9.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
32.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Titan 18 HX to be excellent for content creation, while the Lenovo Legion 9i is very 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Lenovo Legion 9i and MSI Titan 18 HX 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 Titan 18 HX compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo Legion 9i | MSI Titan 18 HX |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,420 | $4,800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.9'' x 1.01'' | 15.9'' x 12.1'' x 1.26'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.64 lbs | 7.93 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.08" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.93" | 12.08" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | Intel i9-14900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 128 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 4096 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3200 x 2000 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 682 nits | 401 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 5.1/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
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 | 4 | 4 | |
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Lenovo Legion 9i
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Matthew Buzzi | December 2023
"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."
MSI Titan 18 HX
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Allen Ngo | January 2024
"With no new Nvidia GPU this year for laptops, MSI had to refresh everything surrounding the graphics card to make up for it. Users are getting a new 18-inch chassis design, new 14th gen Intel HX CPU, new AC adapter, larger keys, and a new 120 Hz HDR1000 mini-LED 4K display to accompany the high price tag. Most of these changes are a step up from last year's GT77, but users are ultimately getting the same gaming performance out of both models."
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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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