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Updated January 12, 2024·
Choosing between the Lenovo LOQ 15 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio depends on what you prioritize in a laptop. The Lenovo offers a bigger screen, potentially better for multitasking and media consumption, while the MSI's smaller, higher-resolution display might be crisper and more comfortable for extended use. If processing power is a concern, the MSI's Intel CPU and higher-end Nvidia graphics could provide better performance, especially in graphics-intensive tasks like gaming or 3D modeling, compared to the Lenovo's AMD CPU and Nvidia RTX 4050. The MSI is also considerably lighter and thinner, which enhances portability, but if battery life is crucial, the Lenovo has a slight edge. If budget constraints are significant, the Lenovo might be the more economical choice without compromising too much on performance for everyday tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo LOQ 15
- Good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.9
8.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 is good.
The Lenovo LOQ 15 is well-suited for engineering and design due to its solid CPU and GPU combo (AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS and Nvidia RTX 4050), ample RAM, and a high-quality IPS display, whereas the MSI Stealth 14 Studio stands out with a more powerful GPU (Nvidia RTX 4060), higher resolution screen, and its more portable form factor lined with great inputs like a best-quality keyboard, despite a tad less favorable speaker and operating noise. The Lenovo LOQ 15 leans towards better performance and screen size for extensive multitasking, while MSI Stealth 14 Studio offers increased GPU performance and a higher screen pixel density for detailed design work, packed in a more mobile chassis.
Screen Quality
7.1
7.6
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
329.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has a better screen than the Lenovo LOQ 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
For general use, a laptop with a bright, high-resolution display makes text and images crisp and easier on the eyes, which both the Lenovo LOQ 15 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio offer. Engineering and design require precise color accuracy; therefore, the displays on these laptops probably cover a wider color gamut, ensuring that the colors you see on screen are true to life. However, gaming and 3D applications benefit from high refresh rates for smooth motion, which these laptops may lack, leading to less fluid visuals in fast-paced games or 3D rendering.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has good portability, while the Lenovo LOQ 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,109
$1,520
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo LOQ 15 has a price of $1,109 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,520.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
329.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Lenovo LOQ 15 are both good for general use.
The Lenovo LOQ 15 offers a solid balance for general use with an ample screen, reliable CPU and RAM, and a decent battery life, but it is heavier and larger, making it less portable than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, which, despite its smaller screen size, offers higher portability, a more vibrant display, and a better processor for slightly more demanding tasks, along with double the storage capacity.
Gaming and AI
7.5
7.8
7.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Lenovo LOQ 15 are both good for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
7.6
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Lenovo LOQ 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
7.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo LOQ 15 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Lenovo LOQ 15 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.6
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Lenovo LOQ 15 both have 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 LOQ 15 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo LOQ 15 | MSI Stealth 14 Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,109 | $1,520 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 10.4'' x 0.99'' | 12.4'' x 9.7'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.28 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 12.4" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.42" | 9.69" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 60 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 329 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
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 | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Lenovo LOQ 15
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Mark Knapp | August 2023
"Even after a short time with the LOQ 15, you'll find it has a lot going for it, but ultimately it's just "good"—not quite a star. The performance is respectable for the hardware it’s running, but Lenovo had to make some design sacrifices to trim the price. One of the better aspects is the keyboard, making it one of the better low-cost gaming laptops to actually put your hands on."
MSI Stealth 14 Studio
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Francisco Lahoz | June 2023
"You'll find a versatility in the MSI Stealth 14 Studio that isn’t matched by many content-creator laptops we've tested of late. The small frame allows you to (potentially) work from anywhere with an outlet and, if noise isn’t a concern, run your most demanding of programs, thanks to some powerful hardware inside. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is an attractive and powerful option if you want a portable laptop to be the center of your content work setup."
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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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