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Updated June 22, 2024·

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i offers a balance of performance and portability with its slim design and capable Intel Core Ultra 7 processor, making it suitable for general use and light engineering tasks. Its Mini LED display with a resolution of 3200 x 2000 and touchscreen functionality is excellent for everyday tasks and consuming media. The Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU provides decent performance for creative work and some gaming, though it won't match the MSI's capabilities in intensive tasks. Battery life is respectable, and the keyboard and build quality are commendable. In contrast, the MSI Raider 18 HX is a powerhouse designed for high-end gaming and demanding engineering tasks, thanks to its top-tier Intel i9-14900HX processor and Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU. The larger 18-inch Mini LED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 3840 x 2400 resolution is ideal for fast-paced gaming and detailed visual work. However, its size and weight make it less portable, and the battery life is shorter compared to the Lenovo. The MSI also comes with a premium price tag, reflecting its high-performance components and robust build quality. If you prioritize portability, versatility, and a balance between performance and battery life for general use with some light gaming and creative work, the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i is the better choice. However, if you're looking for a desktop replacement that can handle the most demanding games, intensive engineering applications, and don't mind a bulkier, less travel-friendly laptop, the MSI Raider 18 HX is the way to go. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i
  • Best in class overall display quality
  • Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider 18 HX
  • Best in class for engineering and design
  • Excellent for gaming and AI
  • Excellent for content creation

Key differences

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General Use

8.1
Yoga Pro 9i
Raider 18 HX
8.8
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
1000.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.0/10
The MSI Raider 18 HX and Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i are both very good for general use, though the MSI Raider 18 HX is somewhat better.

Gaming and AI

7.7
Yoga Pro 9i
Raider 18 HX
9.0
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Raider 18 HX is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i is good.

Engineering and Design

8.7
Yoga Pro 9i
Raider 18 HX
9.6
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
7.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider 18 HX is best in class for engineering and design, while the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i is very good.

Content Creation

8.3
Yoga Pro 9i
Raider 18 HX
9.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Raider 18 HX is excellent for content creation, while the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i is very good.

Software Development

8.1
Yoga Pro 9i
Raider 18 HX
8.8
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Raider 18 HX and Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i are both very good for software development, though the MSI Raider 18 HX is somewhat better.

Screen Quality

9.8
Yoga Pro 9i
Raider 18 HX
9.4
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
1000.0 nits
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i has a better screen than the MSI Raider 18 HX for general use, and gaming and AI, while the MSI Raider 18 HX has a better screen for content creation, and software development.

Portability

Good
Yoga Pro 9i
Raider 18 HX
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
7.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i has good portability, while the MSI Raider 18 HX has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.

Cost

$1,450
Yoga Pro 9i
Raider 18 HX
$3,999
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$1,000

$1,500

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$2,500

$3,000

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$4,000

The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i has a price of $1,450 and the MSI Raider 18 HX costs $3,999.
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Key similarities

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Battery

9.0 Hours
Yoga Pro 9i
Raider 18 HX
9.0 Hours
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider 18 HX has 9 hours of battery life.

Build Quality

7.4
Yoga Pro 9i
Raider 18 HX
7.4
The Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i and MSI Raider 18 HX both have good build quality.

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How the Lenovo Yoga Pro 9i and the MSI Raider 18 HX compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Lenovo Yoga Pro 9iMSI Raider 18 HX
Lenovo Yoga Pro 9iMSI Raider 18 HX

GENERAL

Price
$1,450
$3,999
Release Date
April 1, 2024March 1, 2024
Overall Dimensions
14.3'' x 10'' x 0.71''15.9'' x 12.1'' x 1.26''
Weight
4.95 lbs7.94 lbs
Width
14.28"15.91"
Depth
9.98"12.09"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel Core Ultra 7 155HIntel i9-14900HX
RAM
16 GB32 GB
DDR Memory Version
55
RAM Slots
24
Storage
512 GB1024 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
9 Hours9 Hours
Battery Capacity
84 Wh99.9 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
16"18"
Display Technology
Mini LEDMini LED
Resolution
3200 x 20003840 x 2400
Refresh Rate
165Hz120Hz
Display Brightness
400 nits1000 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
7.4/107.4/10
Portability Score
7.4/105.1/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
NoYes
Premium Business Laptop
YesNo
Fan Noise Score
8/108/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
7/107/10
Speaker Quality Score
8/108/10
Webcam
1080p1080p
Fingerprint Reader
NoNo
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
YesYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
23
USB-C ports
22
USB-C Charging
YesYes
Display Outputs
13
Thunderbolt Version
44

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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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