If you prioritize gaming or heavy graphics work, the MSI GF63 Thin with its dedicated Nvidia GTX 1650 graphics card will perform better than the Acer Aspire Vero 15 which has integrated graphics. However, the Acer has more storage and RAM, potentially providing a smoother experience for general use and multitasking. The MSI is slightly heavier and offers less battery life, challenging portability compared to the Acer. Also, while both have similar screen sizes and resolutions, the Acer might have a slight edge in color accuracy. Budget-wise, they're similarly priced but weigh the specific needs for performance, portability, and battery against the cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire Vero 15
Good for general use
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the Acer Aspire Vero 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.3/10
6.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
264.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is equipped with a more powerful CPU and twice the RAM of the MSI GF63 Thin, yielding better performance for general use; it also has a better battery life and a higher portability score, enhancing its usability on the go. While both have similar screen quality, the MSI has dedicated graphics and more display outputs, but the lower amount of RAM, smaller storage capacity, and shorter battery life means it may not handle multitasking and longer usage as effectively as the Acer.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
6.0/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Acer Aspire Vero 15 is somewhat better.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is equipped with a superior CPU and more RAM, which are crucial for demanding engineering and design tasks, along with excellent heat management, ensuring sustained performance under load. Meanwhile, the MSI GF63 Thin, while offering a dedicated graphics unit which aids in GPU-intensive tasks, is held back by a less powerful CPU and less RAM, although it compensates with greater portability and a slightly better speaker quality compared to the Acer.
Content Creation
7.2/10
6.0/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good for content creation, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.1/10
6.0/10
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 is good for software development, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
6.2/10
6.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
264.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for software development, and content creation.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and MSI GF63 Thin have screen characteristics that make them adequate for tasks like browsing the internet, office work, and light photo editing where precision in color and refresh rate are not crucial. However, for engineering and design, professionals need screens that accurately represent a wide range of colors, and both laptops may fall short in providing the needed color gamut coverage which affects the fidelity of the visual content. Lastly, for Gaming and 3D, the lower refresh rates of these laptops could result in less fluid motion and responsiveness, which are key for an immersive experience, while the resolution and panel types may not provide the sharpness and clarity desired for detailed graphics.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Cost
$665
$599
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
$1,000
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 has a price of $665 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Acer Aspire Vero 15's Intel Iris Xe graphics are less suited for gaming and 3D applications compared to the MSI GF63 Thin's Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q, which is a dedicated gaming GPU capable of better performance in these tasks. Both laptops offer similar screen refresh rates and resolutions leading to comparable visual experiences for gaming, but the better GPU in the MSI provides a distinct advantage for more demanding gaming and 3D situations.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and MSI GF63 Thin both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
6.5/10
The Acer Aspire Vero 15 and MSI GF63 Thin both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Aspire Vero 15 and the MSI GF63 Thin compare to other laptops
"The Acer Aspire Vero is an eco-friendly Windows 11 laptop. Made with PCR plastic, the Acer Aspire Vero stands out from the midrange laptop pack with a funky, eco-friendly design. Powering Microsoft’s latest operating system is a Core i7 chip from Intel’s latest series, integrated Intel Xe graphics, and an ample 16GB of RAM. The laptop feels snappy, but its battery life disappoints. I also have a few quibbles with the display and keyboard, but they’re relatively minor. With a longer runtime, the Aspire Vero would earn a stronger recommendation for students or anyone looking for an eco-friendly, big-screen laptop."
"If you leave aside the meagre port selection (no card reader, no DisplayPort, no Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.1 Gen2), the fan control that could be improved (idle mode!) and the relatively dark and slow display, the MSI GF63 Thin 9SC does not have any major weaknesses. The 15-inch gamer is compact, has a low weight and offers a good price-to-performance ratio, which should please gamers that are looking for both a portable and an affordable gaming notebook. Input devices, battery life, case quality and performance are all appropriate for this purchase price."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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