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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7, with its higher-end processor and graphics card, provides better performance for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering, and is suitable for gaming. It is, however, usually more expensive. The MSI Cyborg 15 is less costly and still capable of handling general use and gaming, offering newer generation graphics but with a less powerful processing unit and half the RAM, which might slow you down in heavy multitasking or complex applications. The Lenovo has longer battery life, but both are similar in weight and portability, with a slight edge for the Legion Slim 7 in overall build and screen quality. Choose the Lenovo if performance and gaming are priorities and the MSI for a balance between cost and capability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6"
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Cyborg 15
- The MSI Cyborg 15 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6".
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.7
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has a better screen than the MSI Cyborg 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Lenovo Legion Slim's higher resolution and brighter screen provide clearer and more vibrant visuals, making it superior to the MSI Cyborg 15 which has a fair display but may not be as sharp or bright. In engineering and design, the Lenovo's wider color gamut allows for more accurate color representation, essential for detailed work, whereas the MSI has a fair color range but may not be as precise for professional color work. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the Lenovo's poor refresh rate can lead to less fluid motion compared to what would be ideal, whereas the MSI also struggles with refresh rate, making both less optimal for fast-paced or highly immersive 3D experiences.
Battery
9.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Cyborg 15 has 7.5 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
7.6
6.7
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" has good build quality, while the MSI Cyborg 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
$1,100
$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 Cyborg 15 costs $1,100.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and MSI Cyborg 15 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7, with a robust AMD Ryzen CPU and ample RAM, ensures swift everyday performance and multitasking, complemented by a high-quality IPS screen for vibrant visuals, and its significant battery capacity and light weight make it portable with good battery life. The MSI Cyborg 15, although featuring a capable Intel CPU and sufficient RAM for daily tasks, trails slightly in screen brightness and battery capacity, but it compensates with a newer GPU, which coupled with effective heat management, provides a cool and quiet experience during general use.
Gaming and AI
7.4
7.2
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
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 Cyborg 15 are both good for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7's Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and superior screen refresh rate of 165hz make it a top option for gaming and 3D applications, while the MSI Cyborg 15, though featuring the newer Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, offers a slightly lower screen refresh rate of 144hz which is still very good for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.8
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and MSI Cyborg 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 is equipped with a robust AMD Ryzen CPU and RTX GPU, alongside 16GB RAM which facilitates smooth performance in engineering and design applications, and its IPS screen delivers good color accuracy and brightness, enhancing visual clarity. On the other hand, the MSI Cyborg 15 offers an Intel i7 CPU and RTX GPU combination with half the RAM, which may impact multitasking capabilities, but its construction suggests a focus on heat management and quieter operation, though its screen shows lesser color accuracy and brightness which could affect detailed design work.
Content Creation
7.7
7.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
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 Cyborg 15 are both 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
7.5
7.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and MSI Cyborg 15 are both good for software development.
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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and MSI Cyborg 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" and the MSI Cyborg 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Slim 7 15.6" | MSI Cyborg 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $1,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.9'' x 0.69'' | 14.2'' x 9.9'' x 0.9'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 4.37 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.02" | 14.15" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.92" | 9.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 5800H | Intel i7-12650H | |
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 | 7.5 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 | 234 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 7.3/10 | |
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 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
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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Sascha Mölck | April 2023
"The focus of the MSI Cyborg 15 lies on a compromise of performance, mobility, and power consumption. Due to the reduced performance settings, the CPU and GPU perform below their capabilities. Nonetheless, their computing power is still sufficient for FHD gaming at high to maximum settings even then. The power consumption, which is low for a gaming laptop, can be translated into a good battery life. Realistic values of 7 to 8 h are still possible, despite the relatively small battery capacity of 53.5 Wh. Unfortunately the USB-C port doesn't offer any support for Power Delivery, which would be a sensible feature in the case of the Cyborg."
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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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