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Updated March 13, 2024·
If you're seeking top performance for gaming or demanding tasks and don't mind a heavier and bulkier device, the MSI GP66 Leopard is the better choice; however, if portability and a lightweight design are more important for everyday use and you're okay with less power, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x would be more appropriate. The MSI will have a shorter battery life due to its powerful hardware, while the Lenovo offers longer usage between charges but isn't suited for intensive 3D tasks, machine learning, or gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GP66 Leopard
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8
6.6
8.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The MSI GP66 Leopard is good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is only fair.
The MSI GP66 Leopard boasts a high-end GPU that delivers smoother visuals and faster frame rates which is key for gaming and 3D applications, along with a screen that has a high refresh rate to match; conversely, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x offers a decent screen quality and capable CPU, its integrated graphics and standard refresh rate do not support gaming and 3D tasks as effectively.
Content Creation
7.4
8.0
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
7.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and MSI GP66 Leopard are both good for software development, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x is somewhat better.
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
8.2
15.6in
SIZE
13.5in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
362.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has a better screen than the MSI GP66 Leopard for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The MSI GP66 Leopard's display offers a combination of resolution and brightness suitable for tasks like web browsing and productivity applications, while also covering a color gamut that benefits engineering and design work which demands color accuracy. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x provides a very fine screen resolution and brightness, enhancing the visual experience for general use and ensuring precise color representation crucial for engineering and design tasks. However, both laptops have lower refresh rates, which impacts the smoothness and responsiveness in Gaming and 3D applications where higher refresh rates are pivotal for optimal performance.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI GP66 Leopard has 5 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x 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
13.5in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has excellent portability, while the MSI GP66 Leopard has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.9
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1920
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
362.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
500.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x and MSI GP66 Leopard are both good for general use.
The MSI GP66 Leopard, with its high-performance CPU and ample RAM, excels in handling demanding tasks and multitasking, but this also means it's heavier and may have shorter battery life, compromising its portability compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x. The ThinkBook, while still offering good performance for general use with a quality screen, prioritizes portability and longer battery life, making it easier to carry around, though it may not match the Leopard’s raw power for more intensive applications.
Engineering and Design
7.9
7.9
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.6/10
8.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI GP66 Leopard and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x are both good for engineering and design.
The MSI GP66 Leopard, with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-end GPU, excels in handling demanding engineering software and offers a crisp display that benefits design work. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13x, while slightly less powerful, boasts a high-quality screen and is more portable and quiet, making it a solid choice for on-the-go engineering tasks without compromising on performance essentials.
Build Quality
8.0
7.6
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GP66 Leopard to have very good build quality, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI GP66 Leopard has a price of $1,400 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13x costs $1,399.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI GP66 Leopard | Lenovo ThinkBook 13x |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | January 30, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | 11.6'' x 8.1'' x 0.5'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.25 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 11.6" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.51" | 8.1" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-11800H | Intel Core Ultra 5 125H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 65 Wh | 74 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.5" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2880 x 1920 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 362 nits | 500 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 9.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 0 | 3 | |
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.
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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