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Updated March 22, 2024·
When choosing between the Lenovo V15 and the MSI Creator M14, consider how you'll use the laptop. The Lenovo V15 is more budget-friendly and suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing, office work, and media consumption, but it may lag in demanding tasks. The MSI Creator M14, on the other hand, is designed for creative professionals and recognizes higher performance needs for activities like video editing, graphic design, and 3D rendering. It's also generally more compact and easier to carry around, perfect if you're often on the move. Keep in mind, however, that the MSI's advanced capabilities and portability come at a higher price. If long battery life is crucial for you, MSI devices typically offer more longevity on a single charge, which is beneficial for long work sessions away from a power outlet. Choose the Lenovo V15 if price and basic functionality are your primary concerns, or invest in the MSI Creator M14 if higher performance, portability, and better battery life are worth the extra expense for your professional or creative needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo V15
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
231.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo V15 is good.
The Lenovo V15 offers a balance of performance and convenience with its capable CPU and sufficient RAM, making it well-suited for day-to-day tasks, while its portability and battery life add to its versatility for general use. The MSI Creator M14, on the other hand, steps up with a superior screen quality and more powerful CPU and RAM, providing a smoother and more visually appealing experience for users who require more from their device, although this may come with a higher cost and possibly reduced battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.1
7.3
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The MSI Creator M14 comes with a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth and detailed gaming and 3D rendering, whereas the Lenovo V15 has a less capable GPU and lower refresh rate, leading to less optimal performance in these areas. Although both have decent CPUs and screen quality, the GPU and refresh rate differences make the MSI a better fit for demanding visual tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.3
8.4
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The Lenovo V15, while adequate for general tasks, may struggle with demanding engineering applications due to less powerful CPU, RAM, and GPU compared to the MSI Creator M14, which offers robust performance and higher screen quality essential for detailed design work. Although the MSI Creator M14 is superior for intensive tasks, it may be less portable and have higher operating noise, factors that could be less desirable for some users compared to the Lenovo's quieter operation and easier transport.
Content Creation
7.3
8.0
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo V15 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
7.1
7.8
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and Lenovo V15 are both good for software development, though the MSI Creator M14 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
5.4
7.5
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
231.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo V15's low resolution and dim display impact general use negatively by making text less sharp and details harder to see, especially in bright environments. For engineering and design, the lack of wide color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB on both laptops means colors won't be as accurate or vibrant, which is more critical for the MSI Creator M14, but it compensates with better resolution. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the MSI Creator M14's display, despite its good resolution and panel type, falls short due to a lower refresh rate, leading to less fluid motion compared to displays with higher refresh rates.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Lenovo V15 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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.
Build Quality
6.7
7.8
The MSI Creator M14 has good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$579
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo V15 has a price of $579 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 and Lenovo V15 both have good portability.
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How the Lenovo V15 and the MSI Creator M14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo V15 | MSI Creator M14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$579 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.78'' | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.1" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.3" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 38 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 231 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Marvin Gollor | April 2022
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
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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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