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Updated March 22, 2024·
For heavy tasks like gaming or video editing, the Gigabyte Aorus 15, with its powerful hardware, is a strong choice, though it may be heavier and have a shorter battery life which affects portability. The MSI Creator M14, on the other hand, is more suitable for tasks like graphic design and is lighter with longer battery life, making it easier to carry around. If portability and battery are more important for your daily activities, the MSI might be the better option, while the Gigabyte should be considered if top-tier performance is a priority despite potential trade-offs in weight and battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 15
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.0
7.3
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator M14 is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15, with its high-end GPU and fast screen refresh rate, is built to handle demanding gaming and 3D tasks seamlessly, ensuring smooth visuals and responsive gameplay. In contrast, the MSI Creator M14, while also featuring a capable GPU and good screen quality, may prioritize color accuracy and visual fidelity, catering to those interested in content creation alongside moderate gaming.
Screen Quality
8.0
7.5
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
316.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 offers a high-resolution display and bright panel which enhances the viewing experience for general use, and its wide color gamut delivers precise hues required for detailed engineering and design work. The MSI Creator M14's display also provides clarity and vibrancy suitable for general tasks and professional design applications, but might not be as bright as the Aorus. However, both laptops have displays with lower refresh rates, which means they're less optimal for the smooth visuals demanded by gaming and 3D applications, where higher refresh rates are crucial.
Battery
6.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 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
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15 has only fair portability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
8.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
316.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15 is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 packs powerful CPU performance and ample RAM suited for demanding tasks, but with reduced portability and battery life, it might be less attractive for on-the-go users than the MSI Creator M14, which offers a balance of efficient CPU use, a high-quality screen, and longer battery life, making it an excellent fit for general use without the bulk. While both laptops have good storage, keyboard and speaker qualities, the MSI Creator M14's quieter operation and better heat management provide a more comfortable user experience over longer periods.
Engineering and Design
8.4
8.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15, with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-end GPU, caters to demanding engineering software, while its superior screen quality enhances the design experience. The MSI Creator M14 boasts similar capabilities for engineering tasks but offers greater portability and a high-quality keyboard, making it ideal for professionals on the move despite possibly having a less robust speaker system and generating more noise under load.
Content Creation
8.0
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for content creation.
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
7.6
7.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and Gigabyte Aorus 15 are both good for software development.
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.
Build Quality
7.4
7.8
The MSI Creator M14 and Gigabyte Aorus 15 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Gigabyte Aorus 15 has a price of $1,500 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte Aorus 15 | MSI Creator M14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.6'' x 1.02'' | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.29 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.2" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.6" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 316 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.8/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Sascha Mölck | December 2022
"The Gigabyte Aorus 15 is a power-hungry gaming beast. The Aorus 15 is designed to run games at QHD and high to max settings. But it also cuts a good figure in other demanding applications such as video editing and rendering. This is made possible by the Core i7 12700H and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop inside the machine. A lightning-fast PCIe 4.0 SSD (1 TB) allows for short loading times."
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About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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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