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Updated March 21, 2024·
When considering the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and the Razer Blade 17, you'll find that the MSI may save you money and is suitable for creative tasks, with good performance for software like Adobe Suite. However, the Razer Blade often offers superior gaming capabilities with a high refresh rate display and a powerful graphics card, which also suits design and video editing. The Razer Blade could be more future-proof but generally costs more. Both laptops are portable, but for long days away from power outlets, look into their battery life, as performance laptops tend to have shorter battery life than more general-use models. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
- Good battery life
Advantages of the Razer Blade 17
- Excellent speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.4
8.6
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a better screen than the Razer Blade 17 for gaming and AI, while the Razer Blade 17 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, and content creation.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and Razer Blade 17 both boast high-resolution, bright displays with panels that deliver crisp and clear images, making them excellent for general use where readability and viewing comfort are key. For engineering and design tasks, these laptops offer displays with wide color gamuts ensuring accurate color representation which is crucial for professional creative work. However, for gaming and 3D, their lower refresh rates can result in less fluid motion and slower response times, which could detract from the immersive experience and fast-paced action that these activities often require.
Portability
Fair
Fair
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
6.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Razer Blade 17 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio both have only fair portability, though the Razer Blade 17 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,900
$4,300
$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 Razer Blade 17 costs $4,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.5
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Razer Blade 17 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio are both very good for general use.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, ensures smooth multitasking and responsive performance for daily tasks, while its high-quality screen enhances your viewing experience; however, its size may affect portability and battery life. The Razer Blade 17, on the other hand, offers similar performance benefits and a premium screen, but like the MSI, trades off some battery life and ease of carrying for its power, though it still manages to uphold a good balance between performance and mobility.
Gaming and AI
8.9
8.6
9.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and Razer Blade 17 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a top-tier GPU and a high refresh rate screen, ensuring smooth and immersive gaming and 3D rendering experiences, while also providing strong CPU performance and excellent screen quality. The Razer Blade 17, while also boasting a capable GPU and quality screen, has a slightly lower refresh rate which, while still very good for gaming and 3D tasks, may not be as seamless as the MSI's during the most demanding scenarios.
Engineering and Design
9.1
9.1
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
9.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Razer Blade 17 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio are both excellent for engineering and design.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and Razer Blade 17 are equipped with high-performance CPUs, substantial RAM, and powerful GPUs, making them ideal for demanding engineering tasks and ensuring smooth graphic rendering on their high-quality screens. While both are less portable due to their size and power, they still offer decent keyboards and speakers, with the MSI tending to run quieter for a more focused working environment.
Content Creation
8.5
8.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 17 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio are both very good for content creation.
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
8.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 17 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio are both very 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
6.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has 6 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 17 has 5.5 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
8.5
The Razer Blade 17 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 Razer Blade 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio | Razer Blade 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,900 | $4,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 11.4'' x 0.94'' | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.15 lbs | 6.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.75" | 15.55" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.4" | 10.24" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 32 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 | 6 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 18" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 305 nits | 486 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
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 | 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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Sascha Mölck | July 2022
"Our test configuration of the Blade 17 targets gamers and creative professionals. A Core i9-12900H processor, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (175 watts TGP after the BIOS update, 16 GB of VRAM), and 32 GB of working memory equip the laptop for video processing, rending, and 4k gaming at the highest level. In addition, a fast PCIe-4 SSD (1 TB) ensures short load and storage times. With the Blade 17 (Early 2022), Razer delivers a successful and powerful work device for creative professionals. But this also has its price."
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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 Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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