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Updated March 22, 2024·
Paying more for the MSI Stealth means you get a laptop better suited for demanding tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or high-end gaming, thanks to more powerful hardware. However, the higher price and likely shorter battery life compared to the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 come with less portability. On the other hand, the Samsung is more budget-friendly, can handle general use and is more portable with a longer battery life, but it won't perform as well for intensive tasks that the MSI excels at. Choose based on your primary use—high performance or everyday portability and value. 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 overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
- Excellent portability
Key differences
General Use
8.4
7.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
305.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
6.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.3/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for general use, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio offers a high-performance CPU and abundant RAM, making it swift and efficient for demanding tasks, complemented by a high-quality screen ideal for detailed work and entertainment; however, its portability and battery life are less optimal for on-the-go use. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, with its versatile design and long battery life, provides a balance of performance and portability for everyday tasks, while also featuring a good screen and comfortable keyboard, but it doesn't match the MSI's raw computing power for more intensive applications.
Gaming and AI
8.9
6.2
9.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for gaming and AI, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is only fair.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio boasts a high-end GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, delivering exceptional performance in these areas. In contrast, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a decent CPU and screen quality, its GPU and refresh rate aren't as geared towards gaming and 3D tasks, making it less ideal for those specific demands.
Engineering and Design
9.1
7.3
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
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 Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is good.
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, with its more powerful CPU, larger RAM, and higher-end GPU, offers superior performance for demanding engineering and design tasks, and it also boasts a high-quality screen suitable for precision work. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is lighter and easier to carry, with a versatile form factor, making it better for on-the-go use and everyday tasks, despite its keyboard, speaker, and operating noise being less impressive than the MSI.
Content Creation
8.5
7.6
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for content creation, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
7.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for software development, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
7.8
18.0in
SIZE
13.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
305.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 for gaming and AI, software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 offer screens with high resolution and brightness, making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and document editing. When it comes to engineering and design, these laptops provide screens with broad color gamut coverage, ensuring that professionals in these fields can see accurate colors and fine details. However, for gaming and 3D applications, these laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which can result in less smooth visuals during fast-paced action or when rendering complex 3D models.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has 6 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
18.0in
SIZE
13.3in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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
$800
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a price of $2,900 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
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Build Quality
8.0
7.8
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio to have very good build quality, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has 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 Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio | Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,900 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | July 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.8'' x 11.4'' x 0.94'' | 12'' x 8'' x 0.51'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.15 lbs | 2.56 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.75" | 11.98" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.4" | 7.95" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel i7-1255U | |
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 | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 18" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 305 nits | 375 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Cliff Joseph | June 2022
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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