ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 vs MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) scores 7.8 versus 7.2 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34, making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option at $499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) (Geekbench multi 13,800 vs 5,200).
- Longer battery: ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 (12.6h vs 7.2h web).
- Lighter: ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 (1.44 kg vs 1.99 kg).
- Display: IPS (ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34) vs OLED (MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025)).
- Cheaper: ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 (saves about $2,500 CAD).
Chromebook Plus CX34 vs Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 13,800 against 5,200 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 — roughly 165% faster in CPU-heavy work like exports and compiling. In our 1080p gaming suite, the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) averaged 122 FPS versus 10 FPS. The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 lasts longer away from a charger, running 12.6 hours in our web-browsing test versus 7.2 hours. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is also easier to carry at 1.44 kg versus 1.99 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 uses a 14-inch IPS panel (1920 x 1080, 60Hz), while the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) has a 16-inch OLED panel (2560 x 1600, 240Hz). The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) measured brighter at 392 nits, and covered 100% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option in Canada, about $2,500 less than the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025). Weighed against our test scores (7.2 vs 7.8 overall), the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 offers the better value for the money, while the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 review and MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Chromebook Plus CX34 and the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Chromebook Plus CX34 | Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.2 | 7.8 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $499 ✓ | $2,999 |
| CPU | Intel Core i3-1215U | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H |
| GPU | Intel UHD (integrated) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (110W) |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR5 | 32GB DDR5 ✓ |
| Storage | 128GB | 2000GB ✓ |
| Display | 14" IPS | 16" OLED |
| Brightness | 302 nits | 392 nits ✓ |
| Battery (web) | 12.6 h ✓ | 7.2 h |
| Weight | 1.44 kg ✓ | 1.99 kg |
| Geekbench multi | 5,200 | 13,800 ✓ |
| Gaming (1080p) | 10 fps | 122 fps ✓ |
| OS | ChromeOS | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) scores 7.8 versus 7.2 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34, making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option at $499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Chromebook Plus CX34 or the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025)?
The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) scores 7.8 versus 7.2 for the ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34, making it the stronger all-rounder. The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the cheaper option at $499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) leads overall, while the Chromebook Plus CX34 can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is the better choice for business.
Which is better for gaming?
The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is the better choice for gaming.
Which is better for multimedia?
The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is the better choice for multimedia.
Which is better for programming?
The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The ASUS Chromebook Plus CX34 is the better choice for travel.
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