Lenovo Yoga 9ivsMSI Alpha 15

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Lenovo
Lenovo Yoga 9i
Yoga 9i

Quick Stats

The Lenovo Yoga 9i delivers impressive performance with its Intel Core i7 processor handling demanding tasks seamlessly always.
The Lenovo Yoga 9i boasts an impressive build quality that makes it stand out among other laptops.
The Lenovo Yoga 9i's display is its strongest feature, with vibrant colors and smooth responsiveness overall.
The Lenovo Yoga 9i boasts an excellent display, good battery life, and outstanding rotating Soundbar speakers features.
MSI
MSI Alpha 15
Alpha 15

Quick Stats

The MSI Alpha 15 delivers decent performance, but gaming may not be worth its premium price tag overall.
The overall design of the MSI Alpha 15 is sleek and modern, albeit a bit pricey.
The most notable display feature is the optional 144Hz screen for gamers, a welcome addition with benefits.
The MSI Alpha 15 offers decent gaming performance and features a Radeon RX 5500M GPU prominently.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo Yoga 9i
Winner
#629
MSI Alpha 15
#632
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo Yoga 9i
#832
MSI Alpha 15
#225
Winner
Display
Lenovo Yoga 9i
#507
Winner
MSI Alpha 15
#758
Performance
Lenovo Yoga 9i
#431
MSI Alpha 15
#362
Winner
Build
Lenovo Yoga 9i
#689
Winner
MSI Alpha 15
#789
Features
Lenovo Yoga 9i
#511
Winner
MSI Alpha 15
#803

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo Yoga 9i
MSI MSI Alpha 15
up to 16GB
up to 64GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-10980HK
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti (Laptop, 50W, 128-bit)
AMD Radeon RX 6600M
N/A
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe slots See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo Yoga 9i

Strengths

The Lenovo Yoga 9i has an excellent display with two options to choose from
It offers excellent battery life
The audio quality is superb, thanks to the rotating Soundbar
The Cosmic blue finish is stunning and looks great on this 2-in-1 convertible

Weaknesses

One of the few cons is that the Lenovo Yoga 9i does not have a haptic touchpad
Another con is that the review is waiting for new PCs running the Snapdragon X Elite processor to compare with
Some users might find the placement of the fingerprint scanner on the right side annoying when typing
The lack of a head-to-head comparison with other popular 2-in-1 convertibles like the HP Spectre X360

MSI Alpha 15

Strengths

The RX 5500M is offering something between the NVIDIA GTX 1650 and 1660 Ti, which is needed to fill that gap.
Msi have toned down the black and red gamer color scheme, making it look more refined.
It's great that there's Freesync available for a lower price compared to G-Sync in NVIDIA laptops.
Battery life was okay considering the smaller battery size.
The 512GB NVMe M.2 SSD performed well enough and the SD card slot is included (although not very fast).
Msi offering Borderlands 3 or Ghost Recon Breakpoint as free games with purchase, which could offset some of the price.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Lenovo Yoga 9i

The Lenovo Yoga 9i is a versatile 2-in-1 convertible that seamlessly blends the worlds of laptop and tablet. With its stunning display options, excellent battery life, and premium audio quality, this device checks many boxes for those seeking a portable and powerful computing experience. In this review, we'll dive into the details of what makes the Yoga 9i stand out, from its impressive feature set to its impressive design. Is it one of the best 2-in-1 convertibles on the market? Let's take a closer look.

MSI Alpha 15

The MSI Alpha 15 is a gaming laptop that promises to bridge the gap between budget-friendly options and high-performance models. With its AMD Radeon RX 5500M graphics card, this device aims to deliver smooth visuals without breaking the bank. However, with prices around $1,100 in the US, the question remains: does it offer enough value for the cost? In this review, we'll delve into the Alpha 15's performance, features, and potential drawbacks to help you decide if it's worth considering for your gaming needs.

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