When deciding between the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, consider your primary use case: if you need a durable laptop with a focus on business features and keyboard comfort, the ThinkPad is often favored, whereas the MSI Stealth offers higher graphics performance suitable for gaming and creative tasks but may have less battery life. The ThinkPad is typically more robust and serviceable, making it a reliable choice for a professional environment, while the MSI's sleek design provides a more modern look and feel with potentially more powerful components for multimedia tasks. Choose the ThinkPad for work and travel ease, and the MSI for graphically intensive activities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.5/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, with its reliable CPU and ample RAM, delivers smooth multitasking for everyday tasks and long battery life, making it ideal for general use and on-the-go productivity, while its robust build quality ensures durability. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio, although also good for general use, shines in higher-performance tasks with its superior screen quality and hardware geared towards creative professionals, but this comes with a trade-off in battery life and a higher price point.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
7.8/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a less powerful GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, making it adequate for light gaming and 3D applications, whereas the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, with its superior GPU and higher refresh rate screen, delivers smoother and more immersive performance for gaming and 3D tasks. Although both have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the MSI's advantages in GPU and refresh rate are particularly significant for those who prioritize gaming and 3D performance.
Software Development
8.3/10
7.4/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for software development, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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
6.9/10
7.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio for software development, and content creation, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
When considering general use, both the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio have ample resolution and brightness, which make for clear, vivid displays suitable for everyday tasks. For engineering and design, the color accuracy and wide color gamuts on these laptops ensure detailed and true-to-life visuals crucial for professional creative work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both models fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which can lead to less smooth visuals during fast-paced scenes.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,241
$1,432
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a price of $1,241 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,432.
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, with a solid CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen, anchors itself as a reliable workhorse for engineering tasks, also offering a durable build and comfortable keyboard. However, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, with a more powerful CPU, high-end GPU, and superior RAM, excels in demanding design applications, though you sacrifice some portability and face increased operating noise.
Content Creation
8.3/10
7.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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.
Build Quality
8.0/10
7.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to have very good build quality, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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 ThinkPad T14 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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."
"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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