MSI Stealth GS66vsLenovo Legion 5 Pro

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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.
Lenovo
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
Legion 5 Pro

Quick Stats

The 2024 Lenovo Legion 5 Pro offers underwhelming performance despite CPU upgrades and a more expensive option.
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro boasts a solid and sturdy build that's a pleasure to hold always.
The display on Lenovo Legion 5 Pro is top-notch with a 2K resolution and 240Hz refresh rate.
The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro features a powerful CPU, fast charging, and a 240Hz gaming screen with thin bezels.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Stealth GS66
#331
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
Winner
#327
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Stealth GS66
#233
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
#217
Winner
Display
MSI Stealth GS66
#770
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
#451
Winner
Performance
MSI Stealth GS66
#71
Winner
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
#250
Build
MSI Stealth GS66
#803
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
#746
Winner
Features
MSI Stealth GS66
#607
Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
#568
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Stealth GS66
Lenovo Lenovo Legion 5 Pro
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 16000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-12900HK
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (Laptop, 105W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti (Laptop, 140W)
2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo
2x M.2 PCIe x4 slots See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

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

Lenovo Legion 5 Pro

Strengths

The build is solid, sturdy
The cooling system is extremely good
The laptop is very solid with a hinge that's easy to open with one hand
It can hold the screen at a deep angle without falling
The details are finished with a rough anodized coating ensuring high durability
The screen supports 2K resolutions with a refresh rate of 240 Hz
The cooling system is very efficient and quiet

Weaknesses

It's not the best choice compared to last year's AMD version
The CPU upgrade to Core i9-14900 HX only offers a slight improvement in single-core performance
The graphic cards remain the same as last year
There's no significant difference between Intel and AMD CPUs
Not having Thunderbolt ports is a drawback
It's not worth upgrading from last year's version if you can get an AMD CPU at a lower price
The slight improvement in single-core performance may not be noticeable in real-world usage
Read Full Reviews

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.

Lenovo Legion 5 Pro

The Lenovo Legion 5 Pro 2024 is a solid gaming laptop with a sturdy build and impressive cooling system. However, its performance enhancement is underwhelming compared to the predecessor. The CPU upgrade to Core i9-14900 HX only yields a 3-4% increase in single-core performance, making it less desirable than the last year's version. Additionally, AMD configurations offer better value with stronger multi-core performance and improved power efficiency, making them a more attractive choice for gaming enthusiasts.

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