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Updated March 14, 2024·
When choosing between laptops like the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 and the MSI Prestige 14, consider what you'll primarily use it for. The Lenovo is bulkier yet offers superior graphics and processing power, making it suitable for gaming and demanding applications, but it will be heavier to carry and may have a shorter battery life. The MSI, being lighter and more compact, is better for frequent travel and general office work, offering good performance along with greater portability and potentially longer battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16"
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
- Very good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.2
6.8
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is only fair.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" is equipped with a higher-end GPU and a screen with a faster refresh rate which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, although sufficient for less demanding tasks, has a lower-tier GPU and a slower screen refresh rate that may not handle intensive gaming and 3D applications as effectively. The difference in CPU and screen quality between the two models also impacts performance and visual experience, but not as significantly as the GPU and refresh rate in gaming and 3D contexts.
Engineering and Design
8.6
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7, with a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and a superior GPU, excels in handling demanding engineering and design tasks, supported by a high-quality screen for precise visual work. While the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is lighter and more portable with quality keyboard and speakers, its performance in CPU, RAM, and GPU, though competent, is less suited for intensive graphics work compared to the Lenovo, making it more fitting for on-the-go professionals who require a balance between power and portability.
Screen Quality
8.7
7.8
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7, with its high-resolution and bright display, ensures sharp and vibrant visuals which are essential for both general use and engineering tasks where detail and color accuracy are crucial. Its extensive color gamut coverage supports professional engineering and design work, where accurate color representation is key. However, its lower refresh rate hinders the gaming and 3D experience, making it less preferred for those specific needs where smoother motion is a priority.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has 8 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
Very Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
8.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, delivers excellent performance for a range of tasks, and its high-quality screen is ideal for both work and entertainment, but it's less portable due to its size and has moderate battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, on the other hand, offers good CPU performance and sufficient memory in a more compact and lighter frame, making it highly portable with better battery life, yet the smaller screen might be less appealing for those prioritizing display real estate.
Content Creation
8.3
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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
8.0
7.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" to be very good for software development, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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.
Build Quality
7.6
7.4
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" and MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,344
$1,300
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
$2,000
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" has a price of $1,344 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
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Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" | MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,344 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.69'' | 12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.4 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.08" | 12.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.21" | 7.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 502 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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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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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