MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) vs LG gram Pro 16 (2025): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 7.8 for the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the cheaper option at $2,399. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Key Differences
- Faster overall: MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) (Geekbench multi 13,800 vs 10,800).
- Longer battery: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (14.6h vs 7.2h web).
- Lighter: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (1.29 kg vs 1.99 kg).
- Cheaper: LG gram Pro 16 (2025) (saves about $600 CAD).
Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) vs gram Pro 16 (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 10,800 for the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) — roughly 28% 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 28 FPS. The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) lasts longer away from a charger, running 14.6 hours in our web-browsing test versus 7.2 hours. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is also easier to carry at 1.29 kg versus 1.99 kg, which matters if you commute or travel.
Display: the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) uses a 16-inch OLED panel (2560 x 1600, 240Hz), while the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) has a 16-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). 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 LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $600 less than the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025). Weighed against our test scores (7.8 vs 8.2 overall), the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) offers the better value for the money, while the LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the stronger laptop outright if budget is not the deciding factor.
For the complete testing data, read our full MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) review and LG gram Pro 16 (2025) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) and the gram Pro 16 (2025) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) | gram Pro 16 (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.8 | 8.2 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $2,999 | $2,399 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel Core Ultra 7 258V |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (110W) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5 ✓ | 16GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 2000GB ✓ | 1000GB |
| Display | 16" OLED | 16" OLED |
| Brightness | 392 nits ✓ | 386 nits |
| Battery (web) | 7.2 h | 14.6 h ✓ |
| Weight | 1.99 kg | 1.29 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 13,800 ✓ | 10,800 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 122 fps ✓ | 28 fps |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 7.8 for the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the cheaper option at $2,399. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I buy the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) or the gram Pro 16 (2025)?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) scores 8.2 versus 7.8 for the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the cheaper option at $2,399. Choose based on the use cases below: the gram Pro 16 (2025) leads overall, while the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The LG gram Pro 16 (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 LG gram Pro 16 (2025) is the better choice for travel.
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