If your main concern is engaging in heavy-duty work like 3D rendering, machine learning tasks, or gaming, investing in the ASUS ROG Strix might be worthwhile despite its higher price due to its superior performance. However, if your priority is price sensitivity and the need for a more portable device for general use or lighter engineering tasks, the MSI Thin GF63 offers a more budget-friendly option with the added benefit of being easier to carry around, though you'll sacrifice some performance and possibly have less battery life in comparison to the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
7.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
459.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for general use, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, excels in demanding tasks and provides a vivid screen for an immersive experience, but it is less portable and has shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go use. On the other hand, the MSI Thin GF63, while still delivering sufficient performance for general use, is lighter and has a longer battery life, making it more convenient for travel, despite having a less striking screen and slightly lower performance ceiling.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
6.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Thin GF63 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a high-performance GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, essential for smooth visuals in gaming and 3D applications, making it stand out for these tasks. The MSI Thin GF63, while also having a capable GPU and a decent screen refresh rate, places a slightly lesser emphasis on screen quality and CPU, which may affect multitasking and the most demanding scenes but still delivers a satisfactory gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.5/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a powerful CPU, abundant RAM, and a high-end GPU, combined with superior screen quality, making it ideal for demanding engineering tasks and intricate design work. The MSI Thin GF63, while competent with sufficient CPU, RAM, and a good GPU, trades some performance for better portability and is a more balanced option for engineering use without the same level of intensity.
Content Creation
8.4/10
7.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for content creation, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
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
8.0/10
7.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good for software development, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
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
8.8/10
6.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the MSI Thin GF63 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a high-resolution display with vibrant colors and brightness, which is great for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, as well as offering wide color gamuts critical for precision in design. However, its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for the fast-paced visuals required in gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the MSI Thin GF63's moderate screen quality accommodates general activities and some engineering tasks adequately but also falls short in gaming and 3D performance due to subpar refresh rates.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Thin GF63 has 4.5 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Thin GF63 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has good build quality, while the MSI Thin GF63 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,599
$1,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,599 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $1,400.
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
"The MSI GF63 Thin 11SC can be an admirable value for gamers and power users on a minimal budget. For just $599 as reviewed in its base model, its Intel Core i5 H-class processor and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 graphics perform much better than low-wattage CPUs and integrated graphics. That said, this is a light-class gaming laptop. Low scores in our demanding gaming benchmarks indicate using lower visual-quality settings will be required for playable performance."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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