Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) 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 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the cheaper option at $2,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) (Geekbench multi 19,200 vs 13,800).
- Longer battery: MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) (7.2h vs 6.4h web).
- Lighter: MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) (1.99 kg vs 2.5 kg).
- Display: IPS (Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025)) vs OLED (MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025)).
- Cheaper: Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) (saves about $500 CAD).
Legion Pro 5 (2025) vs Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025): Full Breakdown
Performance: the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 19,200 against 13,800 for the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) — roughly 39% 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 118 FPS. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) lasts longer away from a charger, running 7.2 hours in our web-browsing test versus 6.4 hours. The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.99 kg versus 2.5 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) uses a 16-inch IPS panel (2560 x 1600, 240Hz), while the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) has a 16-inch OLED panel (2560 x 1600, 240Hz). The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) measured brighter at 512 nits, and covered 86% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $500 less than the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025). Weighed against our test scores (7.6 vs 7.8 overall), the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) 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 Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) review and MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Legion Pro 5 (2025) and the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Legion Pro 5 (2025) | Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.6 | 7.8 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $2,499 ✓ | $2,999 |
| CPU | Intel Core i9-14900HX | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (140W) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (110W) |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5 | 32GB DDR5 |
| Storage | 1000GB | 2000GB ✓ |
| Display | 16" IPS | 16" OLED |
| Brightness | 512 nits ✓ | 392 nits |
| Battery (web) | 6.4 h | 7.2 h ✓ |
| Weight | 2.5 kg | 1.99 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 19,200 ✓ | 13,800 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 118 fps | 122 fps ✓ |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) scores 7.8 versus 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the cheaper option at $2,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Legion Pro 5 (2025) or the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025)?
The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) scores 7.8 versus 7.6 for the Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the cheaper option at $2,499. Choose based on the use cases below: the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) leads overall, while the Legion Pro 5 (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) 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 Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (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 Lenovo Legion Pro 5 (2025) is the better choice for programming.
Which is better for travel?
The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is the better choice for travel.
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