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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you prioritize performance for demanding tasks like 3D rendering, the MSI Creator Z16P with its powerful processor and higher-tier graphics card may be a better choice, despite its higher price and heavier build. However, if you value portability and a lighter laptop for everyday use or less intensive creative work, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio could be more suitable, as it is lighter and more compact, albeit with slightly less graphics power and a smaller screen. Both have similar storage and memory, but keep in mind that the Stealth offers a lower-tier processor which may affect multitasking and high-performance needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Creator Z16P
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
- Best in class speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.3
7.6
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
394.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The MSI Creator Z16P has a better screen than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Creator Z16P boasts a high-resolution, bright display with excellent color coverage, making it well-suited for general use and color-accurate tasks required in engineering and design. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for gaming and 3D applications, where smoother motion is crucial. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio provides similar benefits with a good balance of resolution and color accuracy for both everyday tasks and professional design work but also falls short for gaming and 3D use due to a less optimal refresh rate.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and MSI Creator Z16P both have good portability, though the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
394.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Creator Z16P and MSI Stealth 14 Studio are both good for general use.
The MSI Creator Z16P is preferred for general use due to its larger and higher-quality screen with better color accuracy and brightness, paired with a more powerful processor that can handle a variety of tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio is also suitable for general use, offering comparable memory and storage, but it is more portable given its lighter weight, yet sacrifices some screen quality and has a slightly less powerful CPU.
Gaming and AI
7.6
7.8
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and MSI Creator Z16P are both good for gaming and AI.
The MSI Creator Z16P is equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti and a high screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications, complemented by a powerful Intel i9 CPU and a high-quality IPS display for visually intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.5
9.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and MSI Creator Z16P are both very good for engineering and design.
The MSI Creator Z16P offers a high-end Intel i9 processor and an Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti, which are excellent for demanding engineering and design tasks, paired with a superior screen that excels in brightness and color range, making it a solid choice for creators seeking top performance and visual accuracy. Comparatively, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, while providing powerful performance with an Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, emphasizes portability with less weight and also has a quality build, but with slightly less screen performance and battery capacity, making it a versatile option for engineering and design professionals who need to move around frequently.
Content Creation
8.0
7.9
9.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator Z16P to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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
7.6
7.4
9.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Creator Z16P and MSI Stealth 14 Studio are both good for software development.
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.
Battery
5.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The MSI Creator Z16P has 5 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has 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
8.0
7.6
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator Z16P to have very good build quality, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,699
$1,699
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The MSI Creator Z16P has a price of $1,699 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,699.
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How the MSI Creator Z16P and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Creator Z16P | MSI Stealth 14 Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,699 | $1,699 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.75'' | 12.4'' x 9.7'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.27 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 12.4" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 9.69" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 394 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 7.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
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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MSI Creator Z16P
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Mario Petzold | June 2022
"There's almost nothing left to be desired with the MSI Z16P. The creator laptop offers enormous performance resources for image editing, video editing, rendering, and more. All this is presented on a precalibrated, adequately sized, and high-resolution display. Its color space, refresh rate, and panel technology are also perfectly suited for a device that specializes in video reproduction and editing."
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Francisco Lahoz | June 2023
"You'll find a versatility in the MSI Stealth 14 Studio that isn’t matched by many content-creator laptops we've tested of late. The small frame allows you to (potentially) work from anywhere with an outlet and, if noise isn’t a concern, run your most demanding of programs, thanks to some powerful hardware inside. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is an attractive and powerful option if you want a portable laptop to be the center of your content work setup."
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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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