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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell Latitude 5431 costs more but offers better performance for general use and engineering tasks due to its more robust processor and double the RAM compared to the MSI GF63 Thin. It also has a longer battery life and includes features suitable for business environments, like a premium build and extra security options. In contrast, the MSI GF63 Thin is less expensive and has a dedicated graphics card, making it more suitable for gaming and 3D tasks. However, it has a shorter battery life and may not perform as well in non-gaming professional applications. The Dell is also slightly more portable given its smaller size and lighter weight. If portability and business use are priorities, go for the Dell; if cost and gaming are your focus, consider the MSI. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell Latitude 5431
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the Dell Latitude 5431.
Key differences
General Use
7.5
6.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
241.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Dell Latitude 5431 is suitable for general use due to its better portability, longer battery life, and superior heat management, making it more comfortable to use for long periods, whereas the MSI GF63 Thin, although offering a dedicated graphics card for better gaming performance, has shorter battery life and fair heat management, which may impact continuous use. Additionally, the Latitude 5431 has more RAM than the GF63 Thin which helps with multitasking and overall performance for everyday tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.9
6.0
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Dell Latitude 5431 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for engineering and design, though the Dell Latitude 5431 is somewhat better.
The Dell Latitude 5431 is better equipped for engineering and design use due to its more powerful CPU and higher RAM, which provide better performance for computational tasks, while its IPS screen offers good color accuracy and viewing angles crucial for design work. In contrast, the MSI GF63 Thin, although it has a dedicated GPU which is beneficial for some engineering applications, has a less powerful CPU, less RAM, and a similar quality IPS display, making it less ideal for demanding engineering tasks.
Content Creation
7.4
6.0
7.1/10
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 Dell Latitude 5431 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
7.3
6.0
7.1/10
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 Dell Latitude 5431 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
6.1
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
241.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for software development, and content creation.
When choosing a laptop, for general use, you'll want a screen that is bright and has a high resolution, but the Dell Latitude 5431 and MSI GF63 Thin have average brightness and resolutions, which is why their screen quality is just fair. For those involved in engineering and design, accurate color representation is crucial, but these laptops don't excel in color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, limiting their effectiveness for professional color work. Lastly, for a smooth experience in 3D applications and gaming, a high refresh rate is paramount, and since both of these laptops have lower refresh rates, they aren't ideal for those purposes.
Battery
9.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The Dell Latitude 5431 has 9 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.
Build Quality
7.4
6.5
The Dell Latitude 5431 has good build quality, while the MSI GF63 Thin has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$950
$599
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Dell Latitude 5431 has a price of $950 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.2
6.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Dell Latitude 5431 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI.
Both the Dell Latitude 5431, with its integrated Iris Xe graphics, and the MSI GF63 Thin, equipped with Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q, offer decent capabilities for gaming and 3D at a standard screen refresh rate. However, the MSI GF63 Thin's dedicated GPU generally outperforms the Dell's integrated graphics, making it better suited for more demanding gaming and 3D tasks, while the Dell balances performance with other business-oriented features.
Portability
Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Dell Latitude 5431 and MSI GF63 Thin both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell Latitude 5431 | MSI GF63 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$950 | $599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2019 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.4'' x 0.96'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.3 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.65" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1250P | Intel i5-10300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 4.25 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 64 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 241 nits | 249 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Florian Glaser | January 2020
"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 Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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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