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Updated March 21, 2024·
When deciding between the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga and the MSI Titan 18 HX, consider that the ThinkPad is more affordable, offers greater portability, and has a flexible 2-in-1 design suitable for general use and business tasks, while the MSI Titan is pricier but packs significantly more power, making it ideal for gaming, 3D rendering, or demanding engineering software at the cost of being heavier and less portable. The Titan also typically has a shorter battery life due to its high-performance components, while the ThinkPad is likely to last longer on a single charge, optimizing it for on-the-go use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Titan 18 HX
- Very good for general use
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Excellent speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2
8.8
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
451.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga, with its lightweight design and long battery life, offers great portability and sufficient performance for everyday tasks through its CPU and RAM, making it ideal for users who prioritize mobility and typical workloads. In contrast, the MSI Titan 18 HX, with a more powerful CPU and additional RAM, excels in handling more demanding applications and provides a higher screen quality, but this comes at the expense of greater weight and reduced battery life, which may not suit those who frequently travel.
Gaming and AI
6.0
9.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a less powerful GPU and a lower screen refresh rate which are not optimal for high-end gaming and 3D applications, while the MSI Titan 18 HX offers a top-tier GPU and a high refresh rate screen, delivering smoother visuals and better performance for demanding tasks. Although both have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the MSI's superior graphics hardware gives it a significant edge for gaming and 3D work.
Engineering and Design
6.7
9.9
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
The MSI Titan 18 HX is best in class for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga offers a balance between performance and portability with a high-quality screen, making it suitable for on-the-go engineering tasks, but the MSI Titan 18 HX, with its superior CPU, RAM, and GPU, excels in more demanding engineering and design work though at the expense of heavier weight and reduced portability. While both laptops have quality keyboards and displays, the MSI's emphasis on raw power and advanced graphics makes it a preferred choice for intense computational work, despite potentially louder operating noise and less ease of transport compared to the sleeker, quieter Lenovo.
Content Creation
7.3
9.0
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkPad 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
8.9
3.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX 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
9.2
13.5in
SIZE
18.0in
2256 x 1504
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
451.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
The MSI Titan 18 HX 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 has a high resolution and brightness level, making it suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. The MSI Titan 18 HX, however, offers an even crisper display and better color representation, which enhances the experience for tasks requiring visual precision, crucial for engineering and design work where accurate color reproduction and sharp detail are key. However, both models fall short for gaming and 3D purposes due to their lower refresh rates, which could lead to less fluid motion and a less immersive gaming experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has 8 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
Excellent
Poor
13.5in
SIZE
18.0in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
7.9 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has excellent portability, while the MSI Titan 18 HX has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$725
$4,949
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga has a price of $725 and the MSI Titan 18 HX costs $4,949.
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Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga 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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Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Titanium Yoga | MSI Titan 18 HX |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$725 | $4,949 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.7'' x 9.2'' x 0.45'' | 15.9'' x 12.1'' x 1.26'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.54 lbs | 7.93 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.71" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.16" | 12.08" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1130G7 | Intel i9-14900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 128 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 4096 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 44.5 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.5" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2256 x 1504 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 451 nits | 401 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.4/10 | 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 | 9.1/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 0 | 3 | |
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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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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