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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 generally costs less and offers a high-resolution display, larger battery, and a design suited for professional environments. It has lower performance in 3D tasks and gaming compared to the MSI Vector GP76, which has a more powerful graphics card and processor, higher RAM, and faster screen refresh rates, better suited for gaming and intensive graphics work. The MSI, however, has a lower battery life and is more expensive. If portability and battery life are priorities along with professional tasks, the Lenovo might be the better choice, whereas for those prioritizing gaming or intensive 3D work, the MSI would be more appropriate. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good battery life
- Excellent speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
- Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.9
8.4
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is only fair.
The MSI Vector GP76 is better for gaming and 3D applications due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a significantly higher screen refresh rate, which provides smoother visuals, compared to the Lenovo ThinkPad P16's Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU and lower refresh rate. While both have good screen quality and capable CPUs, these factors are more crucial for performance in gaming and 3D scenarios.
Software Development
8.4
7.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for software development, while the MSI Vector GP76 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.
Screen Quality
8.2
7.9
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
569.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for general use, engineering and design, and software development, while the MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
When considering screen quality for general use, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 likely offers higher resolution and brightness, making text and images look sharper and easier to view in various lighting conditions. For engineering and design, the ThinkPad P16 likely boasts better color accuracy and a wider color gamut, which are crucial for professionals who need precise color representation in their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the MSI Vector GP76, despite its shortcomings in color gamut, may not have a high enough refresh rate, which is key for smooth motion and gameplay, making it less ideal for those specific needs.
Battery
10.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 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.
Cost
$1,449
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a price of $1,449 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.0
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
569.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Vector GP76 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 offers a higher-resolution screen and superior color accuracy making it suitable for tasks requiring visual precision, alongside a robust battery life and build quality that favor long-term, general use. On the other hand, the MSI Vector GP76 packs more RAM and a more powerful GPU which enhances multitasking and graphics-intensive applications, but its larger screen and gaming-oriented design may reduce portability and battery efficiency, making it slightly less optimal for users frequently on the move or away from power sources.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 features a high-resolution IPS display and a professional-grade Nvidia RTX A1000 GPU which cater to precise engineering and design tasks while offering solid RAM and CPU performance. On the other hand, the MSI Vector GP76 is equipped with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and double the RAM, making it highly suitable for intensive engineering simulations and designs, but with a lower-resolution screen which might be less optimal for detailed visual work. Both laptops are on the heavier side which impacts portability; however, the ThinkPad has a noticeable edge in battery life and screen quality, whereas the Vector leans more towards sheer performance with a louder operating noise and shorter battery duration.
Content Creation
8.2
8.0
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and MSI Vector GP76 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.
Portability
Poor
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
6.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The MSI Vector GP76 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 both have poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and MSI Vector GP76 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 Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 | MSI Vector GP76 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,449 | $1,760 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.5'' x 1.2'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.5 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.5" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12800HX | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 4 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 94 Wh | 65 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 569 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.8/10 | 5.9/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.1/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Lenovo ThinkPad P16
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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."
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"The MSI Vector GP76 12UGS is a gaming laptop on speed. The advantages are clear: The Vector GP76 is a real gamer with its 360 Hz display and super-fast response times. In addition, the Core i7-12700H has double the power of the CPU in its predecessor and another highlight is the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti with a real power consumption of 150 watts. This places the device in the top range of our database. The Vector can also operate rather quietly, offers a full sound range, improved battery runtimes, a key-configurable RGB keyboard, a very stable chassis and good upgrade options. Moreover, the display produces a nice, rich and clear picture."
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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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