MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) vs Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10): Which Laptop Should You Buy?
Quick Verdict
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) scores 8.2 versus 7.8 for the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) 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 11,600).
- Longer battery: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (14.2h vs 7.2h web).
- Lighter: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (1.36 kg vs 1.99 kg).
- Cheaper: Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) (saves about $1,050 CAD).
Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) vs Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10): Full Breakdown
Performance: the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is the stronger performer, posting a multi-core Geekbench score of 13,800 against 11,600 for the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) — roughly 19% 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 31 FPS. The MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) is the better pick if you game or edit video.
Battery and portability: the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) lasts longer away from a charger, running 14.2 hours in our web-browsing test versus 7.2 hours. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is also easier to carry at 1.36 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 Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) has a 14-inch OLED panel (2880 x 1800, 120Hz). The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) measured brighter at 416 nits, and covered 99% of DCI-P3 — relevant for outdoor use and colour work.
Price and value: the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option in Canada, about $1,050 less than the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025). Weighed against our test scores (7.8 vs 8.2 overall), the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) offers the better value for the money, while the Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) 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 Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) review.
Where these laptops rank
Both the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) and the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) feature in these BestLaptop.ca rankings:
Winner by Use Case
Specs & Scores Comparison
| Spec | Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) | Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.8 | 8.2 ✓ |
| Price (CAD) | $2,999 | $1,949 ✓ |
| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | Intel Core Ultra 7 268V |
| GPU | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (110W) | Intel Arc 140V (integrated) |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5 | 32GB LPDDR5x |
| Storage | 2000GB ✓ | 1000GB |
| Display | 16" OLED | 14" OLED |
| Brightness | 392 nits | 416 nits ✓ |
| Battery (web) | 7.2 h | 14.2 h ✓ |
| Weight | 1.99 kg | 1.36 kg ✓ |
| Geekbench multi | 13,800 ✓ | 11,600 |
| Gaming (1080p) | 122 fps ✓ | 31 fps |
| OS | Windows 11 | Windows 11 |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
Which Should You Buy?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) scores 8.2 versus 7.8 for the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) 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 Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10)?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) scores 8.2 versus 7.8 for the MSI Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025), making it the stronger all-rounder. The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the cheaper option at $1,949. Choose based on the use cases below: the Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) leads overall, while the Stealth 16 AI Studio (2025) can still be the better pick for specific needs.
Which is better for school?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for school.
Which is better for business?
The Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) 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 Lenovo Yoga 9i 2-in-1 (Gen 10) is the better choice for travel.
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