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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you're prioritizing cost and mainly use your laptop for everyday tasks, the MSI Bravo 15 offers a more budget-friendly option. However, if performance in demanding tasks such as 3D work, machine learning, or gaming is crucial for you, and you don't mind spending extra, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio provides more power and is likely to handle those tasks with greater ease. The Stealth is also better suited for engineering applications due to its higher specs. Keep in mind that the Stealth may be heavier and less portable compared to the Bravo, and could have a shorter battery life due to its more powerful components. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- The MSI Bravo 15 has no clear advantages over the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio.
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 overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1
8.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for general use, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The MSI Bravo 15, with its adequate CPU and RAM, offers satisfactory performance for routine tasks, and its decent battery life adds to its portability, making it suitable for general use, though the screen quality may not be top-notch. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, with a higher-quality CPU and more RAM, excels in more demanding applications and boasts superior screen quality, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life, factors to consider if mobility and all-day use are priorities.
Gaming and AI
7.2
8.9
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The MSI Bravo 15, with a decent GPU and screen refresh rate, provides a good gaming and 3D experience, but it might lag behind in more demanding scenarios. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, with its superior GPU and higher refresh rate screen, excels in gaming and 3D tasks, delivering smoother visuals and better overall performance.
Engineering and Design
7.2
9.1
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The MSI Bravo 15 offers strong performance through its capable CPU and GPU, as well as ample RAM, making it suitable for demanding engineering tasks, but the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio outshines it with higher-end components and superior screen quality for more intense engineering and design work. While both laptops provide the power needed for professional applications, the Stealth 18 AI Studio emphasizes enhanced visual clarity and computational strength at the expense of greater weight and reduced portability compared to the Bravo 15.
Content Creation
7.1
8.5
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for content creation, while the MSI Bravo 15 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
6.8
8.2
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 is only fair.
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
6.9
8.4
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the MSI Bravo 15 offers a screen that balances clarity and brightness, making it pleasant for everyday tasks such as browsing and watching videos, but the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio provides a significantly sharper and more vibrant display, enhancing the experience. In engineering and design, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio stands out with its wide color range, which is crucial for accurately rendering designs, but the MSI Bravo 15 falls short in providing the same level of color fidelity. However, when it comes to 3D and gaming, both laptops underperform due to the lower refresh rates, which are key for smooth motion; gamers might find the experience less than ideal on these screens.
Portability
Fair
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI Bravo 15 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio both have only fair portability, though the MSI Bravo 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7
8.0
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has very good build quality, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$862
$2,900
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The MSI Bravo 15 has a price of $862 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
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Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has 6 hours of battery life.
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Spec Comparison
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| MSI Bravo 15 | MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$862 | $2,900 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | 15.8'' x 11.4'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.96 lbs | 6.15 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 15.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 11.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 267 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Nikolay Palaozov | July 2023
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming laptop."
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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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