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Updated January 10, 2024·
If performance during intensive tasks such as 3D rendering, machine learning, or engineering software is a primary concern and you don't mind a heavier and less portable laptop with lower battery life, the MSI GP66 Leopard with its powerful graphics chip is a better choice. However, if you value a more portable device with a higher screen resolution and touch capability, and don't require the highest graphics performance, the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 could be more appropriate. Both laptops have similar amounts of memory and storage, but the Lenovo offers a higher battery life, making it better suited for general use on the go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI GP66 Leopard
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.0
7.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
334.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is very good for general use, while the MSI GP66 Leopard is good.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 offers a higher resolution screen, larger storage, and superior portability with a longer battery life, all of which contribute to an excellent general use experience. In contrast, the MSI GP66 Leopard provides a powerful CPU and high-end graphics suitable for demanding tasks but is less portable due to its heavier weight and shorter battery life, positioning it as a capable but more niche choice for general users.
Gaming and AI
6.7
7.8
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI GP66 Leopard is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is only fair.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 with its Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and 90 Hz screen refresh rate is suitable for gaming and 3D applications, albeit less powerful compared to the MSI GP66 Leopard which packs a more robust Nvidia RTX 3080 GPU and a higher 144 Hz refresh rate for smoother gameplay and more demanding 3D tasks.
Content Creation
8.0
7.4
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is very good for content creation, while the MSI GP66 Leopard is good.
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
7.8
7.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and MSI GP66 Leopard are both good for software development, though the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is somewhat better.
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
7.4
7.5
14.5in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
334.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has a better screen than the MSI GP66 Leopard for engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the MSI GP66 Leopard has a better screen for gaming and AI.
Both the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and MSI GP66 Leopard offer high resolution and brightness, making their screens well-suited for general tasks like browsing and video streaming. Their color accuracy and range meet the demands of engineering and design work, where precise color representation is crucial. However, for gaming and 3D applications, they fall short due to lower refresh rates, which are key for smooth motion and a responsive experience.
Battery
12.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has 12 hours of battery life. The MSI GP66 Leopard 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.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
14.5in
SIZE
15.6in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has very good portability, while the MSI GP66 Leopard has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,200
$1,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 has a price of $1,200 and the MSI GP66 Leopard costs $1,400.
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Key similarities
Engineering and Design
7.7
7.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
4.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI GP66 Leopard and Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 are both good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 is suitable for engineering and design due to its high-resolution touchscreen, appealing to designers, and a commendable CPU and GPU that accommodate engineering applications, whereas the MSI GP66 Leopard leans more towards engineering with its extremely robust GPU, but trades off portability and has a lower-resolution screen which can be less ideal for design tasks. Both laptops offer ample RAM and high-quality keyboards, with the Lenovo tending to be quieter and more portable, and the MSI providing a more gamer-oriented design that could handle intensive tasks a bit better.
Build Quality
7.8
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GP66 Leopard to have very good build quality, while the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 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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How the Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 and the MSI GP66 Leopard compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14 | MSI GP66 Leopard |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,200 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.9'' x 8.9'' x 0.61'' | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.5 lbs | 5.25 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.91" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.92" | 10.51" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Intel i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 12 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 73 Wh | 65 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.5" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 90Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 334 nits | 362 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.4/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Lenovo Slim Pro 7 14
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Matthew S. Smith | May 2023
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 7 is an attractive, portable laptop that’s ideal if you need a combination of CPU and GPU performance. It also nails the fundamentals with solid connectivity, an enjoyable keyboard, a large touchpad, and top-notch webcam. Display quality is a weakness, but it’s an acceptable compromise for the laptop’s extremely competitive $1,199 MSRP. The Slim Pro 7 is a versatile, affordable laptop and hard to beat for the price."
MSI GP66 Leopard
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Christian Hintze | December 2021
"The MSI GP66 Leopard is a good budget high-performance gamer. The MSI also does a lot right outside of the pure performance despite it's low price. For example, the adaptive cooling system really surprised us positively, even in Extreme Performance Mode. And the display is not a budget panel either, but at least outshines the competition in terms of brightness. Of course, you also have to accept a few compromises in this price category. These include the Leopard's poor battery runtimes and the less than optimal build quality, which is also noticeable in the more complicated maintenance."
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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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