Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5vsMSI Stealth 16 Studio

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5
ThinkPad E14 Gen 5

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 delivers impressive performance suitable for productivity and coding workloads effectively.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 boasts excellent build quality, justifying its low price point effectively.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 display is serviceable, but lacks depth and saturation for professional use.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 features a touchscreen display, processor, speakers, and webcam with great battery life overall.
MSI
MSI Stealth 16 Studio
Stealth 16 Studio

Quick Stats

The MSI Stealth 16 Studio delivers seamless gaming performance with exceptional speed and smooth gameplay experience overall.
The MSI Stealth 16 Studio boasts an impressive build quality that exudes premium feel and sturdy durability overall.
The MSI Stealth 16 Studio's display is somewhat lacking in brightness and color accuracy.
The MSI Stealth 16 Studio boasts an impressive array of features including a top-of-the-line RTX 460 GPU.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5
Winner
#14
MSI Stealth 16 Studio
#17
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5
#191
MSI Stealth 16 Studio
#124
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5
#107
Winner
MSI Stealth 16 Studio
#296
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5
#52
Winner
MSI Stealth 16 Studio
#76
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5
#299
Winner
MSI Stealth 16 Studio
#815
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5
#510
MSI Stealth 16 Studio
#140
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5
MSI MSI Stealth 16 Studio
up to 64GB
up to 96GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-13700H
Intel Core i9-13900H
NVIDIA GeForce MX550
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Laptop, 105W)
1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x 2242 M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 See photo
2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5

Strengths

The build quality is very good
The keyboard is great, same as most other ThinkPads
The trackpad is exactly the same as other ThinkPads, with TrackPoint
Good screen with fine colors (not ideal for photo editing)
Great battery life, up to 10 hours on idle and 7 hours on YouTube playback
Very low cost, around $380-$400 USD

Weaknesses

The screen is not ideal for professional photo editing due to color accuracy issues
The included NVMe storage is not the fastest, but sufficient for OS and other basic needs
The webcam lacks saturation, appearing pale and ghostly
The mic quality is not mentioned as a particular strength or weakness
The laptop's specs are a couple of generations old, which may affect performance in demanding tasks
The screen size is not specified (only 1200p resolution is mentioned)

MSI Stealth 16 Studio

Strengths

The MSI Stealth 16 Studio has a solid form factor that's great for traveling, weighing just under 2kg and having a lighter profile than the reviewer's MacBook Pro.
The laptop features a magnesium alloy finish with a nice sturdy hinge, making it look super sleek and thin.
The Intel Core i7 and RTX 460 combo handles most AAA titles in 1080p perfectly, with seamless gameplay experience.
The laptop has a nice refresh rate of 144Hz, making gaming a pleasure.

Weaknesses

The display is only 1080p, which might not be ideal for content creators or those who need a bright screen.
The colors on the display seem a bit dull, and it doesn't get as bright as some other laptops.
The battery life is around 4-5 hours, but this can be mitigated by keeping it plugged in when gaming.
The charger is quite heavy, adding to the overall travel weight of the laptop.
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Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5

In the realm of budget-friendly laptops, the Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 5 stands out for its exceptional value proposition. Priced around $400 USD, this laptop boasts a robust feature set, including a reliable keyboard, precise trackpad, and a good-enough display. With its sturdy build quality and decent performance, it's an attractive option for those seeking a no-frills workhorse without breaking the bank. But does it truly deliver on its promises?

MSI Stealth 16 Studio

The MSI Stealth 16 Studio is a sleek and compact gaming laptop that defies conventional expectations. With its magnesium alloy finish and slim profile (just under 2kg), this device is perfect for travelers who demand performance without the bulk. Packing an Intel Core i7, RTX 460, and 32GB of RAM, it's a powerhouse that can handle demanding games at 1080p resolution with ease. But does its display hold it back from being a true flagship?

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