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Updated March 21, 2024·
The MSI GP66 Leopard generally offers robust performance for gaming and general tasks at a lower price, with good cooling and a high-refresh-rate display, making it well-suited for gamers and users with demanding software applications. In contrast, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is tailored for creators and professionals who require a superior display for color-critical work, stronger graphics processing for tasks like video editing and 3D rendering, and a more portable design. However, these features come at a higher cost, and you may find the battery life is shorter due to the more powerful components. Choose the Leopard if price and gaming are priorities, or the Stealth if mobility and creative work are paramount. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GP66 Leopard
- The MSI GP66 Leopard 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
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.5
8.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
362.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for general use, while the MSI GP66 Leopard is good.
The MSI GP66 Leopard, with capable CPU and RAM, offers adequate performance for everyday tasks and screen quality that meets general use demands, but if you prefer a more premium display and stronger overall performance for a variety of demanding applications, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, while less portable and with potentially shorter battery life, might be the better option. The Stealth 18 AI Studio also benefits from better storage options, superior keyboard feel, and enhanced speaker sound, although both models operate quietly and manage heat effectively.
Gaming and AI
7.8
8.9
8.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
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 GP66 Leopard is good.
The MSI GP66 Leopard, with a solid GPU and high screen refresh rate, offers strong gaming and 3D performance, essential for a smooth visual experience. However, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, with a superior GPU and a similar or higher refresh rate, provides even better performance for those tasks along with a high-quality screen, although at a higher price point.
Engineering and Design
7.9
9.1
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI GP66 Leopard is good.
The MSI GP66 Leopard offers a solid balance of CPU, RAM, and GPU power, suitable for demanding engineering applications, along with a good screen for detailed work, although it might be less portable and noisier under load. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, on the other hand, provides top-tier CPU and GPU performance plus exceptional screen quality, making it ideal for intensive engineering and design tasks, with a superior keyboard and quieter operation, despite being less portable and likely more expensive.
Content Creation
7.4
8.5
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for content creation, while the MSI GP66 Leopard 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
7.2
8.2
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for software development, while the MSI GP66 Leopard is good.
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
7.5
8.4
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
362.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a better screen than the MSI GP66 Leopard for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, both MSI laptops offer high-resolution screens with strong brightness and clarity, ensuring comfortable viewing and sharp image quality; however, the MSI GP66 Leopard's screen is slightly less vibrant than that of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio excels in engineering and design due to its superior color reproduction, covering a wider range of color gamuts which is vital for precise color work, while the GP66 Leopard, despite being good, falls a bit short in color accuracy. In contrast, both are not ideal for 3D and gaming as they lack high refresh rates which are crucial for smooth motion and gameplay, despite offering decent resolution and panel quality.
Portability
Fair
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI GP66 Leopard and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio both have only fair portability, though the MSI GP66 Leopard has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,400
$2,900
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI GP66 Leopard has a price of $1,400 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
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Battery
5.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The MSI GP66 Leopard has 5 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has 6 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
8.0
The MSI GP66 Leopard and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the MSI GP66 Leopard and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI GP66 Leopard | MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $2,900 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | 15.8'' x 11.4'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.25 lbs | 6.15 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 15.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.51" | 11.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 65 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 | 362 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 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 | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 0 | 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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Christian Hintze | December 2021
"The MSI GP66 Leopard is a good budget high-performance gamer. The MSI also does a lot right outside of the pure performance despite it's low price. For example, the adaptive cooling system really surprised us positively, even in Extreme Performance Mode. And the display is not a budget panel either, but at least outshines the competition in terms of brightness. Of course, you also have to accept a few compromises in this price category. These include the Leopard's poor battery runtimes and the less than optimal build quality, which is also noticeable in the more complicated maintenance."
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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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