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Updated March 22, 2024·
Choosing between the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio depends on your needs. If affordability is a priority and you require a laptop for everyday tasks and moderate gaming, the Lenovo might suit you well. However, if you're a professional needing high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or high-end gaming, and you're willing to invest more, the MSI offers powerful specs. The MSI's larger screen and advanced features enhance tasks that need detail and power, but it will be heavier and possibly have a shorter battery life than the Lenovo, which is more portable and easier to carry around. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16"
- Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good overall build quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.2
8.9
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" are both very good for gaming and AI, though the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is somewhat better.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7, with its high screen refresh rate, ensures smooth gaming and 3D visuals, but the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio boasts an even more powerful GPU, which delivers superior performance for demanding games and 3D tasks. Although both laptops have quality displays and capable CPUs, the MSI's screen outshines the Lenovo in terms of quality, enhancing the visual experience for gamers and professionals alike.
Screen Quality
8.7
8.4
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio for general use, and gaming and AI, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio offer displays with pleasing resolution and brightness, ensuring clear and vibrant visuals for everyday tasks. Engineers and designers will appreciate their wide color gamuts, providing the accuracy needed for professional creative work. However, gamers may find the lower refresh rates on these laptops to be a drawback, as they can lead to less fluid motion in fast-paced games where higher refresh rates are beneficial.
Portability
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
4.4 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" has good portability, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,344
$2,900
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" has a price of $1,344 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
8.4
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 offers a balance of performance and portability with its quality CPU and ample RAM that make it great for a range of tasks, while a high-quality screen enhances general multimedia use, but its battery life may constrain prolonged use away from power outlets. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio with its superior CPU and RAM excels in more demanding applications, and while it boasts excellent screen quality, its larger size and likely shorter battery life make it less portable and therefore better suited for someone who prioritizes performance at their workspace over mobility.
Engineering and Design
8.6
9.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio to be excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" is very good.
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 provides powerful CPU and GPU performance in a lighter package, making it well-suited for demanding engineering tasks, though it compromises on screen size, which is crucial for design work. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, on the other hand, delivers top-tier CPU and GPU capabilities with a high-quality, larger screen for detailed designs, but is less portable and may have louder operating noise.
Content Creation
8.3
8.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" 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
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" are both very 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.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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.
Build Quality
7.6
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio to have very good build quality, while the Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion Slim 7 16" | MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,344 | $2,900 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.69'' | 15.8'' x 11.4'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.4 lbs | 6.15 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.08" | 15.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.21" | 11.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 502 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
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 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 3 | 2 | |
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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