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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 often costs significantly less and offers strong performance for engineering and general use with a premium business design, excellent keyboard, and good battery life. Its larger screen and higher resolution are great for productivity, but it's heavier, which impacts portability. The MSI GE66 Raider is more expensive but provides top-of-the-line performance for gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning, with a higher refresh rate display for fast motion clarity. It's also notably lighter than the ThinkPad, enhancing portability, but its shorter battery life may be a concern for on-the-go use. Overall, for intensive tasks and gaming, the MSI outperforms, while the Lenovo balances cost and professional use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16
- Very good battery life
- Excellent speakers
Advantages of the MSI GE66 Raider
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.9
8.6
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI GE66 Raider is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is only fair.
The MSI GE66 Raider offers superior gaming and 3D performance due to its high-end Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti graphics card and a screen with a higher refresh rate of 120Hz, compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad P16's Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU and 60Hz screen. While both have quality screens and capable CPUs, the Raider's better GPU and refresh rate make it more suitable for fast-paced gaming and demanding 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.3
9.1
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI GE66 Raider is excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good.
The MSI GE66 Raider offers a higher-tier CPU and GPU, double the memory, and a faster screen refresh rate than the Lenovo ThinkPad P16, traits that are very important for engineering and design where performance is paramount. However, the ThinkPad P16 boasts a brighter display with higher color accuracy and a more robust build typically associated with premium business laptops, aspects which are somewhat important for prolonged productivity and professional work environments.
Screen Quality
8.2
8.2
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
569.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The MSI GE66 Raider has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 typically offers a high-resolution display with ample brightness and a robust panel type, making it ideal for sharp, clear viewing in various lighting conditions, which is great for general purposes. Its coverage of professional color gamuts like Adobe RGB and DCI-P3 ensures accurate color representation necessary for engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate compared to gaming-specific models could lead to less fluid visuals for gaming or 3D applications, where high refresh rates are crucial to keep the motion smooth and reduce visual artifacts.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI GE66 Raider 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.
Portability
Poor
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
6.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI GE66 Raider has only fair portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,449
$3,199
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a price of $1,449 and the MSI GE66 Raider costs $3,199.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.4
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
569.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The MSI GE66 Raider and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16, with its high-quality IPS display, robust battery life, and premium business laptop features, is well-suited for general use, particularly for those who prioritize a blend of performance and durable build. On the other hand, the MSI GE66 Raider offers superior performance with its more powerful CPU and GPU and double the RAM, making it very good for general use, especially for users who also value high-end gaming capabilities, though it has a shorter battery life compared to the ThinkPad P16.
Content Creation
8.2
8.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI GE66 Raider and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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
8.4
8.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI GE66 Raider and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and MSI GE66 Raider both have very 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 ThinkPad P16 and the MSI GE66 Raider compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 | MSI GE66 Raider |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,449 | $3,199 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.5'' x 1.2'' | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.5 lbs | 5.25 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.5" | 10.51" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12800HX | Intel i9-12900HK | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 4 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 94 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 569 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.8/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.1/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Eric Grevstad | February 2023
"It's only a few months since we gave the MSI CreatorPro X17 one of our rare 4.5-star ratings and our top mobile workstation honor, but the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 matches that achievement in a more premium overall build. Ultimately, its build quality, screen, and keyboard give our latest Editors' Choice nod to the Lenovo—it's enough of a monster on almost all fronts that it simply cannot be ignored."
MSI GE66 Raider
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Patrick Schüdzig | June 2022
"The MSI Raider GE66 12UHS notebook passes with flying colors. The GE66 is a high-end notebook with strong performance. The keyboard and trackpad are still very good and score well with precise inputs as well as high build quality. Thanks to a new liquid metal cooling solution, the Intel Core i9 12900HK brings a performance increase of around 50 percent over the predecessor's Intel Core i9 10980HK. The installed graphics card in our device delivers up to 30 percent higher frame rates than the RTX 2070 Super in the MSI GE66 10SFS."
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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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