When deciding between the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, consider portability and usage scenarios. The ThinkPad is usually lighter and more portable, well-suited for business travelers or those prioritizing ease of carrying and versatility, with its 2-in-1 design offering tablet functionality. The Stealth, on the other hand, offers high-end performance for demanding tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, but it typically comes with a higher price tag and may be less portable. If battery life is a priority, the ThinkPad often has an advantage, ideal for long days without access to power outlets. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
Excellent portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2/10
8.4/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
451.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, with its focus on portability and battery life, meets the needs of users prioritizing ease of carry and long usage away from power sources, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, with a higher performing CPU and RAM, along with superior screen quality, caters to those who require more power for intensive tasks and value a better visual experience. Although both laptops have quality keyboards and sufficient storage, the ThinkPad is quieter and cooler under load, making it more comfortable for extended use in varied environments.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
8.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has an integrated graphics card which is less powerful than the dedicated GPU in the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio; this makes the MSI better suited for gaming and 3D applications requiring high graphical performance. Additionally, the MSI likely has a higher screen refresh rate, further enhancing the visual fluidity for gaming and 3D rendering, while the ThinkPad, with lower refresh rates, might not be as smooth or responsive.
Engineering and Design
6.7/10
9.1/10
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, with its high-quality screen and durable keyboard, is a reliable choice for engineering tasks and provides the added benefit of portability, but it may fall short for more demanding design work because of its moderate CPU, RAM, and GPU. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is outfitted with top-tier CPU, RAM, and a powerful GPU complemented by an excellent screen, making it superb for intensive engineering and design applications, though it might be less portable and produce more operating noise.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.5/10
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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.
Software Development
7.3/10
8.2/10
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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
7.3/10
8.4/10
13.5in
SIZE
18.0in
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
451.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offers a sharp, bright display with vibrant colors that enhance viewing documents and web pages, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio provides an equally impressive display with high resolution and brightness, making it perfect for everyday tasks. Engineers and designers will appreciate the wide color gamuts on both laptops, as the accurate representation of colors is crucial for tasks such as photo editing or CAD work. However, when it comes to gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short, as they lack the high refresh rates required for smooth motion, although their resolutions and panel types are adequate.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has 6 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
Excellent
Fair
13.5in
SIZE
18.0in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent portability, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$725
$2,900
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a price of $725 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
"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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