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Updated March 22, 2024·
When choosing between the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and the MSI Titan 18 HX, consider that the Titan usually offers more power and better performance for demanding tasks like gaming or 3D modeling, but it comes at a higher price and may be heavier, which affects portability. The Stealth, being less expensive, still delivers decent performance for general use and more portable due to its lighter design, but might not handle intensive tasks as well. So if budget is a concern and you do general computing tasks, go for the Stealth, or choose the Titan for maximum performance at a higher cost and with less portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Titan 18 HX
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Excellent for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Excellent speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
9.1
9.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
9.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
The MSI Titan 18 HX is best in class for engineering and design, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio offers powerful CPU and GPU performance, ample RAM, and high-quality screen which are crucial for demanding engineering software and detailed designs; however, the MSI Titan 18 HX surpasses it with even higher specs, providing smoother multitasking and graphical processing. While the Stealth is more portable and quieter, the Titan's superior keyboard and speaker quality add comfort and immersion during long work sessions, making it the top choice for the most intense engineering and design tasks.
Content Creation
8.5
9.0
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
32.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for content creation, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very 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
8.2
8.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio are both very good for software development, though the MSI Titan 18 HX 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
8.4
9.2
18.0in
SIZE
18.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
The MSI Titan 18 HX has a better screen than the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you mainly use your laptop for everyday tasks or professional work like photo editing or engineering design, the MSI Titan 18 HX's superior panel type, resolution, and brightness, along with its wide color gamuts, will provide vibrant and sharp visuals, making it an excellent choice over the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio. However, for activities demanding higher refresh rates, such as 3D modeling and gaming, both the MSI Titan 18 HX and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio might not be ideal, as their strengths lie in areas other than refresh rate. In those cases, looking for a laptop with a higher refresh rate would be beneficial despite the possible compromise on color accuracy or resolution.
Battery
6.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan 18 HX has 4 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
Poor
18.0in
SIZE
18.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
7.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has only fair portability, while the MSI Titan 18 HX has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,900
$4,949
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a price of $2,900 and the MSI Titan 18 HX costs $4,949.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio are both very good for general use.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio offers a balance of a powerful CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and general use, with a high-quality screen for sharp visuals, but its thinner design trades off some battery life and portability. The MSI Titan 18 HX, while similar in CPU performance and screen quality, is less portable due to its size, although it compensates with more robust heat management for extended use without overheating.
Gaming and AI
8.9
9.4
9.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Titan 18 HX to be excellent for gaming and AI, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and Titan 18 HX both have high-end GPUs and fast screen refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering experiences. However, the Titan might have a slight edge in CPU and screen quality, enhancing performance and visuals further, though it may come at a higher price and with less portability than the Stealth.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The MSI Titan 18 HX 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 Stealth 18 AI Studio and the MSI Titan 18 HX compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio | MSI Titan 18 HX |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,900 | $4,949 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | February 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 11.4'' x 0.94'' | 15.9'' x 12.1'' x 1.26'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.15 lbs | 7.93 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.75" | 15.9" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.4" | 12.08" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel i9-14900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 128 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 4096 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 18" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2400 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 305 nits | 401 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Allen Ngo | January 2024
"With no new Nvidia GPU this year for laptops, MSI had to refresh everything surrounding the graphics card to make up for it. Users are getting a new 18-inch chassis design, new 14th gen Intel HX CPU, new AC adapter, larger keys, and a new 120 Hz HDR1000 mini-LED 4K display to accompany the high price tag. Most of these changes are a step up from last year's GT77, but users are ultimately getting the same gaming performance out of both models."
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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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