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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Stealth 17, a high-end laptop, offers superior performance suitable for 3D rendering, machine learning, gaming, and engineering tasks due to its more powerful processor and GPU. However, it's heavier and has shorter battery life, which impacts portability. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is more affordable, lighter and offers longer battery life, making it highly portable. It's well-suited for general use and some professional tasks but may not handle intensive graphics work as smoothly. The choice depends on whether you prioritize performance for demanding applications or affordability and portability for everyday use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Stealth 17
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.7
7.8
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
384.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Stealth 17 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The MSI Stealth 17 outperforms the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s in general use due to its superior CPU and RAM, offering faster performance and better multitasking, along with a high-quality screen that's larger and offers a greater refresh rate for smoother visuals. However, the ThinkBook 13s gains an edge in portability with its lighter weight and longer battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go use despite having a smaller screen and less powerful processor.
Gaming and AI
9.1
6.4
9.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The MSI Stealth 17 is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is only fair.
The MSI Stealth 17 excels in gaming and 3D due to its superior Nvidia RTX 4090 graphics card, which provides top-tier visual performance and a high screen refresh rate, ideal for smooth and detailed gameplay. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, with its integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, offers more basic gaming capabilities and a standard refresh rate, suitable for casual use but less optimal for demanding gaming and graphic-intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
9.4
7.5
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
9.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
64.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 17 is excellent for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good.
The MSI Stealth 17 features a more powerful processor and GPU, with ample RAM and storage, making it better suited for demanding engineering tasks and design work that benefits from its higher quality screen. In contrast, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s offers less power and lower screen quality, but its lighter weight and smaller size provide better portability for users on the go.
Content Creation
8.8
7.8
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
64.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 17 is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
8.5
7.7
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
64.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 17 is very good for software development, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
8.6
7.2
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 17 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the MSI Stealth 17 offers a mix of resolution and brightness that provides a clear and vibrant display, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s delivers a slightly less bright and crisp experience but still adequate for everyday tasks. When it comes to engineering and design, the MSI Stealth 17's coverage of color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB ensures that colors are accurately represented, an essential aspect for professionals in these fields, though the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s also does a respectable job for its price range. However, for gaming and 3D applications, where a high refresh rate is crucial to avoid motion blur and provide smoother visuals, both the MSI Stealth 17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s fall short, as they prioritize other screen attributes over fast refresh rates.
Battery
5.5 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI Stealth 17 has 5.5 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
17.3in
SIZE
13.3in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the MSI Stealth 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$3,899
$1,000
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI Stealth 17 has a price of $3,899 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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Build Quality
7.8
7.6
The MSI Stealth 17 and Lenovo ThinkBook 13s both have 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 Stealth 17 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Stealth 17 | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,899 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 11.2'' x 0.79'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.17 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.65" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.16" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 64 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 2048 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 384 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Mario Petzold | April 2023
"The MSI Stealth 17 Studio is a laptop with a quiet RTX 4080 for almost every occasion. The MSI Stealth 17 Studio is equally capable of high-level media processing and playing current games. It remains pleasantly quiet, even if a few percentage points of power have had to be sacrificed in the process. But, it is not quite perfect: To some extent, the Stealth 17 is well thought out. It packs tons of graphics power and high-end components in a slim case. The laptop's cooling system can be set such that, noise-wise, it doesn't even reach low volume. However, small flaws cloud otherwise exceptionally positive impressions."
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Monica Chin | July 2021
"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."
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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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