Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2vsMSI Stealth GS66

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Intel Xeon W11-855M processor delivers impressive performance in professional applications with certified smooth execution guaranteed.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 boasts a rock-solid build quality that screams durability and justifies its premium price.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 boasts an impressive 4K UHD display with exceptional brightness and color accuracy.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 boasts powerful professional-grade features including ISV certifications and a 94Wh battery.
MSI
MSI Stealth GS66
Stealth GS66

Quick Stats

The MSI Stealth GS66 delivers strong performance across various tasks with balanced power and portability.
The most notable aspect of the MSI Stealth GS66 is its exceptional build quality and premium feel overall.
The MSI Stealth GS66's display offers vibrant colors and crisp visuals with great viewing angles and minimal glare always.
The MSI Stealth GS66 features a slim design, powerful performance, and excellent thermal management capabilities overall.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
Winner
#328
MSI Stealth GS66
#331
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#111
Winner
MSI Stealth GS66
#233
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#529
Winner
MSI Stealth GS66
#770
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#254
MSI Stealth GS66
#71
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#763
Winner
MSI Stealth GS66
#803
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
#577
Winner
MSI Stealth GS66
#607

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2
MSI MSI Stealth GS66
up to 128GB
up to 64GB
up to 24000GB SSD
up to 16000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-11850H
Intel Core i9-12900HK
NVIDIA T1200
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (Laptop, 105W)
N/A
2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

Strengths

A very interesting and powerful workstation
Bright sharp 4k display
Excellent keyboard with tactile feedback and good key travel
Good battery life with its 94 watt hour battery, up to 9 hours of continuous web surfing test over Wi-Fi at 115
Excellent touchpad with two-finger scrolling
Trackpoint responsive as well
Optional 5G and great array of ports

Weaknesses

Big and bulky, weighing nearly eight pounds
720p webcam is lacking
Not perfect for everyday users, but rather specialized towards professional applications
Price tag may be a concern, starting at around $1800
Stereo speakers are lacking in basic sound quality
Display's brightness can make it hot to the touch
Mobile workstation may not be as portable as expected

MSI Stealth GS66

Strengths

The high CPU power limit that's possible at the expense of GPU power, as that would help with content creator tests like Adobe Premiere and Adobe Photoshop.
It has excellent read and write speeds from the installed 1TB SSD.
You've got the option of pressing an epic cheat code to unlock the advanced BIOS.
Linux support was tested with Ubuntu 22.04 and it worked out of the box, except for Wi-Fi which didn't work.
The keyboard shortcuts for volume adjustment and keyboard brightness still worked, as well as the button to instantly max out the fan.
It has great performance in DaVinci Resolve, despite many of these being paired with lower tier i7 processors.
Intel 12th gen supports faster PCIe gen 4 storage.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 is a powerful mobile workstation designed for professionals who require top-notch performance in specialized applications. With an Intel Xeon W-11 855M mobile processor and a bright, sharp 4K UHD display, this device delivers exceptional visuals and processing power. The sturdy build quality and excellent keyboard make it a joy to work with, while the 94Wh battery provides all-day runtime. Starting at around $5,000, this workstation is not for everyone, but those who need its capabilities will appreciate its rock-solid performance.

MSI Stealth GS66

The MSI Stealth GS66 is a sleek and powerful gaming laptop that delivers impressive performance without breaking the bank. With its slim design and stealthy black finish, this laptop is perfect for those who want to blend in while still enjoying high-end gaming capabilities. In this review, we'll take an in-depth look at its features, performance, and value, pitting it against other top contenders in the thin and light gaming laptop market.

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