If you primarily need a laptop for general business tasks, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers good performance at a more affordable price and is known for reliability and a good keyboard, which are great for productivity. However, if you're a gamer or require a laptop for high-end graphics work like 3D rendering or machine learning, the MSI Raider GE67Hx, despite being more expensive and heavier, delivers significantly better performance with its superior graphics and faster processors, though it will have a shorter battery life compared to the ThinkPad. Choose based on your primary use: everyday work or demanding multimedia tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
Very good for software development
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE67Hx
Very good for gaming and AI
Excellent overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
8.7/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The MSI Raider GE67Hx, with a more advanced GPU and higher screen refresh rate, excels in gaming and 3D tasks, which demand rapid image rendering and smooth visuals, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate, making it less ideal for such activities despite its adequate CPU and screen quality. Hence, gamers and professionals working with 3D graphics will find the MSI laptop provides a superior experience, although the ThinkPad may suffice for casual gaming and less demanding 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
8.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE67Hx and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for engineering and design, though the MSI Raider GE67Hx is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while suitable for engineering tasks with a capable CPU and sufficient RAM, may lag behind the MSI Raider GE67Hx which boasts a higher-end GPU and better screen quality, crucial for demanding design work and intensive engineering applications. However, the ThinkPad T14 typically offers a more portable design and quieter operation, making it more comfortable for on-the-go use and work environments sensitive to noise.
Screen Quality
6.9/10
9.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
344.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE67Hx for software development, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a screen with resolution and brightness sufficient for everyday tasks and professional design work, ensuring crisp text and vivid colors. However, for MSI Raider GE67Hx, the addition of wider color gamuts makes the display more precise for color-sensitive engineering tasks, offering richer and more accurate color representation. Yet, both laptops lack high refresh rates, which limits their ability to display smooth motion, making them less ideal for gaming and 3D applications where fluid visuals are crucial.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE67Hx has 5.5 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
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,241
$2,349
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a price of $1,241 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx costs $2,349.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and MSI Raider GE67Hx are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a balance of efficient CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen while being lightweight and boasting a long battery life, making it excellent for general use and on-the-go productivity. Conversely, the MSI Raider GE67Hx, with its top-tier CPU and RAM, excels in screen quality and performance suitable for both general use and demanding applications, though it is less portable and has a shorter battery life.
Content Creation
8.3/10
8.3/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Raider GE67Hx and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
8.3/10
7.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx 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.
Build Quality
8.0/10
8.5/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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 T14 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx compare to other laptops
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
"If you've wanted to dip your toes into PC gaming but can't let go of your console roots, the MSI Raider GE67 HX stakes out an attractive middle ground between the speed and versatility of PC gaming and the comfort and ease of a console. If you can overlook its noisy fans and chintzy touchpad, the Raider provides a powerhouse entertainment experience with an OLED screen that tops most household TVs. It's not cheap, but this gaming machine is more than the sum of its parts."
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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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