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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7, with its stronger processor and graphics card, offers superior performance, making it well-suited for gaming and intensive engineering tasks. It also has better battery life, which is advantageous if you need to work on the go. On the other hand, the MSI Bravo 15 is more affordable and still capable of running demanding applications, although not as robustly as the Lenovo. The MSI is slightly heavier, and with less battery life, it could limit mobility for extensive use without a power source. Both have non-touch IPS displays with a similar size and resolution, but the Lenovo has a higher screen refresh rate, which is beneficial for fast-paced games. If budget is not a constraint and you need a laptop for high-end gaming or resource-intensive tasks, the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 is the stronger option, while the MSI Bravo 15 is more cost-effective for general use and moderate gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6"
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good portability
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- The MSI Bravo 15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6".
Key differences
General Use
7.7
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is somewhat better.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 excels in general use due to its higher RAM, which aids multitasking, and its superior battery life for extended use away from power sources. In contrast, the MSI Bravo 15's lower battery capacity and reduced RAM suggest a less optimal experience for general computing tasks, despite equal storage and screen quality.
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for engineering and design, though the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is somewhat better.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 with its AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, and higher RAM is well-suited for demanding engineering applications and design work due to its superior processing and graphics capabilities, along with a high-quality IPS screen that displays vibrant colors and clear images.
Content Creation
7.7
7.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for content creation, though the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is somewhat better.
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
7.5
6.8
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" is good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 is only fair.
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
7.7
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7, with its higher resolution and brightness, provides a sharp and clear display that enhances the experience for general use and detailed work in engineering and design, but its lower refresh rate is less optimal for the fast-paced visuals required in 3D gaming. The MSI Bravo 15, while also offering a decent display for everyday tasks, might not provide the same level of color accuracy needed for professional design due to its more limited color gamut coverage. For gaming and 3D applications, both laptops may fall short due to their poorer refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion and a less immersive experience.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 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
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" has good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6
6.7
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" has good build quality, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,200
$862
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" has a price of $1,200 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $862.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.4
7.2
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 is well-suited for gaming and 3D applications because it has a high refresh rate screen and a powerful Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU, which are critical for smooth and detailed visual performance. On the other hand, the MSI Bravo 15, although slightly less powerful with an Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a lower refresh rate, can still handle gaming and 3D tasks competently, making it a viable option for users who may prioritize a more recent release or different brand preferences.
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How the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and the MSI Bravo 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" | MSI Bravo 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $862 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.69'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 4.96 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 71 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 267 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6"
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Benjamin Herzig | November 2022
"The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 is a slim Legion notebook that is just as excellent with Nvidia & Intel. However, the Legion Slim 7i slightly sullied by lacklustre battery life. You get a slim aluminium chassis, great input devices, decent port selection, fast high-quality WQXGA display and great performance. Supporting Thunderbolt 4 is one advantage of the Intel/Nvidia model tested in this review. Moreover, this variant has slightly higher CPU performance as well as better GPU performance in certain applications (e.g. CUDA-based apps). The Lenovo Legion S7i is thin, premium and performant – but less efficient than its AMD counterpart."
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Nikolay Palaozov | July 2023
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming laptop."
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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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