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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Legion 9i could be a better choice if you value a balance of high performance and portability as it is lighter and slightly smaller than the MSI Titan GT77, while still offering great performance including hardware ray tracing and DLSS which are useful for gaming and creative applications. However, the MSI Titan GT77 offers more storage, double the RAM, and a larger screen size with a higher resolution, making it more suitable for intensive engineering tasks, 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming at the expense of being heavier and slightly less portable. Both laptops are similar in terms of their high-end processors and powerful GPUs, have excellent build quality, and are equipped with Mini LED displays which provide superior contrast, but the MSI offers a better contrast ratio. If long battery life is important, note that neither of these laptops excel in that area. The Lenovo is somewhat less expensive, which might make it a more cost-effective option if the additional storage and RAM of the MSI are not as critical for your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 9i
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Titan GT77
- Best in class for gaming and AI
- Excellent for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
9.2
10.0
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Legion 9i is excellent.
The Lenovo Legion 9i, with a high screen refresh rate and a powerful GPU, provides a smooth gaming and 3D experience, while the MSI Titan GT77 offers a similar GPU but with a slightly lower refresh rate, counterbalanced by its superior screen quality and higher resolution, enhancing detail and overall visual fidelity for gaming and 3D applications. Both have high-performance CPUs, yet the added screen size and resolution of the MSI Titan GT77 make it particularly well-suited for those prioritizing a more immersive visual experience in their gaming and 3D tasks.
Software Development
8.3
9.1
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent for software development, while the Lenovo Legion 9i is very 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
9.7
9.7
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
682.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
The MSI Titan GT77 has a better screen than the Lenovo Legion 9i for content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo Legion 9i and MSI Titan GT77 both offer displays with high resolution and brightness, making them well-suited for general use where clarity and visibility are key. For engineering and design, they excel because of their wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation, which is crucial for detailed work. However, they fall short for gaming and 3D applications due to lower refresh rates, which are essential for smooth motion and fast-paced visuals.
Battery
3.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion 9i has 3 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan GT77 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
Fair
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
5.6 lbs
WEIGHT
7.2 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo Legion 9i has only fair portability, while the MSI Titan GT77 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$3,420
$6,975
$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 GT77 costs $6,975.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.9
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
682.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Titan GT77 and Lenovo Legion 9i are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion 9i is well-regarded for general use due to its powerful CPU and GPU, ample RAM, high-resolution Mini LED screen, and a reasonable balance between battery life and portability, although it's heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to ultra-portable laptops. On the other hand, the MSI Titan GT77 excels with even more RAM and storage, a slightly larger and sharper screen, and superior keyboard and speaker quality, but it is less portable and has a similar battery life; perfect for users needing maximum performance and not prioritizing mobility.
Engineering and Design
9.6
10.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
The MSI Titan GT77 and Lenovo Legion 9i are both best in class for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Legion 9i is excellent for engineering and design due to its powerful CPU and GPU, ample RAM, and high-quality Mini LED screen, but the MSI Titan GT77 is considered best because it doubles the storage and RAM, which is critical for demanding tasks, and has a larger, higher resolution screen, although it is heavier and less portable.
Content Creation
8.7
9.1
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Titan GT77 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 GT77 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 GT77 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion 9i | MSI Titan GT77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,420 | $6,975 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.9'' x 1.01'' | 15.6'' x 13'' x 0.91'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.64 lbs | 7.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.08" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.93" | 12.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3200 x 2000 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 682 nits | 602 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 5.6/10 | |
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 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
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 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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 GT77
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Andreas Osthoff | February 2023
"The MSI Titan GT77 HX 13V is the utimate gaming laptop with RTX 4090 & Core i9-13950HX. The new MSI Titan GT77 will most likely only reach a very small group of users due to the high price, but it is still an impressive showcase of what is possible. The high-end gamer combines the best components you can currently get in almost every regard and it is a very good overall package, which does not have to hide behind full-fledged desktop systems."
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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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