Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4vsMSI Prestige 16 AI Studio

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 delivers impressive performance with Intel Core i7 and i9 processors available.
The durable metal chassis with easy access to internals justifies the price point and offers reliable service.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 has a very bright and vibrant QHD+ display option available.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 boasts impressive features with switchable graphics and various port options available.
MSI
MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio
Prestige 16 AI Studio

Quick Stats

The MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio delivers impressive performance with seamless execution and optimal power.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio boasts impressive build quality with a solid and well-executed premium feel overall always.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio boasts a stunning 4K touchscreen display with crisp and vibrant visuals always.
The MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio highlights its powerful graphics card as a key feature.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
Winner
#106
MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio
#110
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
#622
MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio
#576
Winner
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
#135
Winner
MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio
#302
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
#251
MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio
#164
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
#747
Winner
MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio
#824
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
#119
Winner
MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio
#144

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4
MSI MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio
up to 64GB
up to 32GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-11850H
Intel Core Ultra 9 185H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 (Laptop, 90W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Laptop, 55W)
1x 2280 M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 + 1x 2280 M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 See photo
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4

Strengths

Lenovo has finally reached the potential they had always promised with the ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4.
The laptop features some pretty serious dedicated graphics on board, including Intel Core i7 and Core i9 H-series processors.
You have a great selection of ports to choose from, which is a relief in these days when some laptops are going USB-C.
The optional 5G feature is a nice touch for those who need it.
The durable build quality is classic ThinkPad and feels totally worth the look.
The keyboard is very tactile and feels good to type on, with 1.8mm of key travel.
The battery life is decent, lasting around 9 hours in light productivity work scenarios.

Weaknesses

The price starts at $1,770 for a Core i7 and 3050 TI GPU configuration, which can get quite pricey for the top-of-the-line model with the 3080 and i9 processor.
If you want to upgrade to the 3080 GPU, it's tied to the Core i9 processor in the US, which might be a drawback for some users.
The trackpad feels fine, but it's not particularly noteworthy compared to other laptops.
The keyboard travel feels slightly shorter than usual, although typing on it was still pleasant.
The battery life could be better in more demanding scenarios.
The configuration options can be limited if you want specific features like the 3080 GPU with a Core i7 processor.
The ThinkPad look might not be to everyone's taste.

MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio

Strengths

The Prestige is competent at playing games...it's one of the reasons why I wouldn't use you know the fruit machine just having a business Centric notebook that is competent in the Adobe Creative Suite it's competent in any kind of business it's it's catered towards that
It's considered things like security and having that literal camera switch on the top including voice cancelling noise cancelling of the voices and stuff
It's considering how people use these notebooks for work...and then the capacity to be able to play games on here is very very cool
The graphics card is powerful, it's got a 470...it's competent at that...means you kind of like you should you know it's great for games like League of Legend Counter Strike or whatever the case is
It's got an HDMI 2.1 plug and USBC ports, making it easy to set up a gaming rig on the go
I'm very impressed with the MSI Prestige...I think that you guys have done a killer job

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 is a powerhouse of a laptop that finally reaches its full potential. With Intel Core i7 and i9 H-series processors, it delivers exceptional performance for demanding tasks. The addition of dedicated graphics options, including the RTX 3060 and 3080, makes it an ideal choice for creative professionals and gamers. A stunning 16:10 display with QHD+ and 4K resolution options rounds out this impressive package.

MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio

The MSI Prestige 16 AI Studio is a powerhouse laptop that seamlessly blends productivity and gaming capabilities. With its robust performance, sleek design, and innovative features such as AI noise cancelling and artist support, this device caters to both creative professionals and gamers on-the-go. Equipped with a powerful graphics card, the Prestige delivers smooth gameplay, making it an attractive option for those seeking a business-centric notebook that can also handle demanding games.

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