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Updated March 13, 2024·
If you prioritize portability and flexibility, such as using your laptop as a tablet, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga's lighter build and 2-in-1 design would suit you well. However, if your work involves more demanding tasks like 3D modeling or extensive data processing, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while possibly costing more, generally offers stronger performance which can handle those tasks more efficiently. Consider also that the MSI may have a shorter battery life due to its powerful components, so if you're often on the move without access to power, the Lenovo with longer battery life could be more practical. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
- Very good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
- Very good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
7.2
8.0
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
451.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offers a balance between performance and portability with a high-quality screen and long battery life but has less raw power than the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, which boasts a stronger CPU and RAM for more demanding applications. While the ThinkPad prioritizes a robust build and potentially better keyboard quality, the Prestige 14 AI Evo offers superior performance for intensive tasks but may come with tradeoffs in operating noise and heat management.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.8
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo are equipped with integrated graphics rather than dedicated gaming GPUs, which limits their ability to handle demanding games and 3D tasks efficiently. While both have high-quality screens, their refresh rates aren't optimized for gaming, which can result in less fluid visuals during fast-paced action.
Engineering and Design
6.7
7.8
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, with its high-quality CPU, ample RAM, and premium screen, excels in handling complex engineering applications, benefiting users who prioritize performance for design tasks; its keyboard quality also enhances the experience for extended use. Whereas the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, also equipped with a capable CPU and GPU, suits users needing extra graphics power for engineering visuals, and although it's lightweight for portability, it may produce more operating noise during heavy tasks.
Content Creation
7.3
8.0
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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.
Screen Quality
7.3
7.8
13.5in
SIZE
14.0in
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
451.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga for general use, gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offer screens with pleasing resolution and brightness, suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing, video streaming, and document editing. In engineering and design, their quality is also suitable as they both provide wide color gamuts ensuring that colors are accurately represented which is crucial for detailed design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, they fall short due to lower refresh rates, which means that fast-paced visuals might not be as smooth, affecting the overall experience in action-packed games or fluid 3D simulations.
Portability
Excellent
Very Good
13.5in
SIZE
14.0in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent portability, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0
7.4
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has very good build quality, while the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$725
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a price of $725 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
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Key similarities
Software Development
7.3
7.7
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga are both 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.
Battery
8.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has 8 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.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga | MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$725 | $1,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.7'' x 9.2'' x 0.45'' | 12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.54 lbs | 3.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.71" | 12.3" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.16" | 7.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1130G7 | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 44.5 Wh | 90 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.5" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2256 x 1504 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 451 nits | 415 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.4/10 | 8.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Tom Brant | April 2021
"The ThinkPad X1 Titanium is a showcase of what Lenovo thinks business computing will look like in the near future. People want thinner, lighter laptops with high-quality screens and enough computing power to get their work done. The X1 Titanium achieves these goals with some controversial but innovative design choices, including a redesigned keyboard and a pared-down port selection."
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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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