The MSI Bravo 15 offers better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks due to its superior GPU and is a good choice for intensive gaming. However, it's heavier and less portable compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, which is lighter and offers longer battery life. The ThinkBook 13s, with its higher RAM and resolution touchscreen display, is more suited for general use and premium business needs, and it provides better portability and build quality. If your priority is gaming or heavy graphical work, and you don't mind the extra weight, the MSI Bravo 15 is preferable, whereas the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is better for business users and those who prioritize portability and screen quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
Good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
Good for software development
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Excellent portability
Very good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s outperforms the MSI Bravo 15 for general use because it offers double the RAM for smoother multitasking, a more color-accurate and higher resolution screen for crisper visuals, and greater battery life for extended usage away from power sources. Additionally, the ThinkBook 13s is lighter and more compact making it more portable, whereas the MSI Bravo 15, with its larger screen and gaming-oriented components, is heavier and caters more to performance-intensive tasks like gaming, at the expense of some portability and a shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
7.2/10
6.4/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is only fair.
The MSI Bravo 15 excels in gaming and 3D applications due to its Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card and a high screen refresh rate of 144Hz, making it well-suited for smooth, responsive gameplay. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, with its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics and a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, offers sufficient capabilities for casual gaming and less demanding 3D tasks but falls short for intense gaming experiences.
Content Creation
7.1/10
7.8/10
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for content creation, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is somewhat better.
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
6.8/10
7.7/10
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is 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
6.9/10
7.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The MSI Bravo 15 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The MSI Bravo 15 likely has a display with adequate brightness and resolution suitable for browsing and video streaming, which is why it's good for general use. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s probably offers a higher color accuracy and a wider color gamut, hence it’s preferred for engineering and design tasks where such details are critical. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops may lack the high refresh rate and optimal panel type required for fluid motion and fast-paced visuals, making them less ideal for these demanding visual tasks.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has 8 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
Fair
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7/10
7.6/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has 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
$1,000
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The MSI Bravo 15 has a price of $862 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The MSI Bravo 15's stronger GPU and higher screen refresh rate make it more suitable for graphically intensive engineering and design tasks, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s's higher resolution display and greater RAM enhance multitasking and detail-oriented work. The Bravo's gaming-laptop appearance and hardware ray tracing capability fit engineering software demands, but the ThinkBook's lighter weight, touch screen, and higher portability score offer benefits for on-the-go use and presentations.
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How the MSI Bravo 15 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
"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."
"The best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
Get a great deal on the MSI Bravo 15 or the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
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.
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.
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