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Updated March 21, 2024·
If you need high performance for tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning or gaming, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is a strong choice, though it is pricier and less portable. For everyday tasks, web browsing, and work on-the-go with a focus on portability and longer battery life, the Razer Book 13 is a more cost-effective and lightweight option. Consider the Razer if you prioritize a slim form factor and saving money over top-tier performance. Choose the MSI for demanding applications, accepting the tradeoff in cost and ease of carrying. Give Feedback
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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
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
- Excellent portability
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.4
7.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for general use, while the Razer Book 13 is good.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio offers a powerful CPU and ample RAM, along with a high-quality screen, making it suitable for demanding tasks and general use, albeit with a tradeoff in portability and potentially shorter battery life due to its high-performance components. The Razer Book 13, while still delivering a good CPU and enough RAM, emphasizes a balance of screen quality, lighter weight, and longer battery life for users who prioritize portability and all-day use over raw power.
Gaming and AI
8.9
6.2
9.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for gaming and AI, while the Razer Book 13 is only fair.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio boasts a high-end GPU and a high screen refresh rate, making it ideal for immersive gaming and smooth 3D rendering, whereas the Razer Book 13, with a less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate, provides only modest gaming and 3D capabilities, but still maintains decent screen quality and CPU performance. If gaming and 3D tasks are a priority, the MSI will serve you better; however, for lighter gaming and general use, the Razer can be adequate and more cost-effective.
Engineering and Design
9.1
7.1
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
9.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent for engineering and design, while the Razer Book 13 is good.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio boasts superior CPU, RAM, GPU, and screen quality, making it ideal for demanding engineering and design tasks that require high performance and detailed visuals. In comparison, the Razer Book 13 offers a balance between performance and portability, with a quality keyboard and quieter operation, making it a better option for on-the-go professionals who still need to handle moderately intensive tasks.
Content Creation
8.5
7.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for content creation, while the Razer Book 13 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
8.2
7.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for software development, while the Razer Book 13 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
8.4
7.3
18.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a better screen than the Razer Book 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio boasts a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and a panel that delivers vibrant, accurate colors, making it great for both everyday tasks and precision work in engineering and design. However, its lower refresh rate means it's not the best for gaming or 3D applications, where smooth motion is key. The Razer Book 13, while providing a quality display suitable for general use and engineering with good brightness and color accuracy, also falls short for gaming and 3D due to its less optimal refresh rate.
Battery
6.0 Hours
14.0 Hours
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has 6 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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
18.0in
SIZE
13.4in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Book 13 has excellent portability, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,900
$1,389
$500
$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 Book 13 costs $1,389.
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Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The Razer Book 13 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 Book 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio | Razer Book 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,900 | $1,389 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | April 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 11.4'' x 0.94'' | 11.6'' x 7.8'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.15 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.75" | 11.64" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.4" | 7.81" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 14 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 18" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 305 nits | 507 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 1 | |
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 | December 2020
"The Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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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