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Updated March 21, 2024·
When considering the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the MSI Titan 18 HX, think about where and how you'll use the laptop. The ThinkPad T14 is known for its durability and long battery life, making it suitable for business and general use, and its lighter weight enhances its portability. On the other hand, the MSI Titan 18 HX, while more expensive and heavier, offers significantly higher performance for demanding tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or machine learning, but this comes at the cost of reduced battery life and portability. Choose the ThinkPad T14 for everyday work and travel or the Titan if raw power for specialized tasks is a priority. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Titan 18 HX
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Excellent for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Excellent speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7
9.4
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has moderate graphics capabilities, making it suitable for light gaming, but the MSI Titan 18 HX comes with a high-end graphics card and higher screen refresh rate, providing a superior gaming and 3D rendering experience. While both have quality displays and capable processors, the MSI's emphasis on GPU performance and screen refresh rate sets it apart for demanding visual tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.0
9.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
The MSI Titan 18 HX is best in class for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, with solid CPU and RAM, offers reliable performance for engineering tasks and a quality screen for design work, while remaining relatively more portable and quieter, making it suitable for on-the-go professionals. The MSI Titan 18 HX, on the other hand, boasts a more powerful CPU, RAM, and GPU combination, along with superior screen quality, which translates to exceptional performance for demanding engineering software and design applications, but this comes at the cost of less portability and potentially louder operating noise.
Content Creation
8.3
9.0
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
32.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very 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
8.3
8.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for software development, though the MSI Titan 18 HX 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
6.9
9.2
14.0in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
The MSI Titan 18 HX has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a sharp and vibrant display for everyday tasks, the MSI Titan 18 HX offers superior panel type, resolution, and brightness, enhancing the viewing experience. For engineering and design professionals who need accurate color representation, the MSI Titan 18 HX again excels with a wider color gamut, capturing a broader spectrum for precise work. However, for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother motion, despite the high-quality displays of both laptops, neither is optimal due to lower refresh rates, which can limit the fluidity of fast-paced visuals.
Battery
9.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan 18 HX 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.
Portability
Very Good
Poor
14.0in
SIZE
18.0in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
7.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the MSI Titan 18 HX has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,241
$4,949
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a price of $1,241 and the MSI Titan 18 HX costs $4,949.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.5
8.8
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a balance of performance with its capable CPU and adequate RAM, good screen quality, and portability with long battery life, making it an excellent choice for everyday tasks and productivity on the go. On the other hand, the MSI Titan 18 HX, with its high-end CPU and larger RAM, excels in demanding applications and gaming but is less portable and has a shorter battery life, though both laptops come with sizable storage and quality keyboards, and manage speaker quality, operating noise, and heat effectively.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The MSI Titan 18 HX 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 Titan 18 HX compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad T14 | MSI Titan 18 HX |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,241 | $4,949 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.5'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | 15.9'' x 12.1'' x 1.26'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.96 lbs | 7.93 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.51" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.93" | 12.08" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | Intel i9-14900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 128 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 4096 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 39.3 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 321 nits | 401 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Benjamin Herzig | December 2023
"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."
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Allen Ngo | January 2024
"With no new Nvidia GPU this year for laptops, MSI had to refresh everything surrounding the graphics card to make up for it. Users are getting a new 18-inch chassis design, new 14th gen Intel HX CPU, new AC adapter, larger keys, and a new 120 Hz HDR1000 mini-LED 4K display to accompany the high price tag. Most of these changes are a step up from last year's GT77, but users are ultimately getting the same gaming performance out of both models."
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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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