For better performance in intensive engineering tasks, gaming, or 3D/machine learning, the Gigabyte Aorus 17 is the preferred option as it has a more powerful processor and graphics card. However, it is heavier and has less battery life, making it less portable than the MSI GF63 Thin. The MSI GF63 Thin is more affordable and lightweight with decent performance for general use and a better portability score, but it may not handle demanding applications as well. Each has a good quality keyboard and display, but the Gigabyte has a higher refresh rate and better color coverage, which is valuable for gaming and professional creative work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
Good portability
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
6.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 offers superior general use capabilities with its higher performance CPU and more RAM, which translate to better multitasking and faster task completion, along with a higher quality screen; however, it also comes with decreased portability due to its larger size and weight, and a shorter battery life compared to the MSI GF63 Thin. In contrast, the MSI GF63 Thin offers a more compact and lighter design, contributing to easier transportation and a longer battery life, but compromises on the CPU performance and screen quality which may affect the smoothness of general computing tasks.
Gaming and AI
8.1/10
6.0/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is equipped with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for gaming and 3D applications, making it superior to the MSI GF63 Thin, which sports a less powerful Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics card and a lower screen refresh rate. Furthermore, the Gigabyte has a more advanced CPU and a higher quality display panel which contribute to its better performance in intensive tasks compared to the MSI GF63 Thin.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
6.0/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
8.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is equipped with a more powerful processor and superior graphics card, more RAM, and a higher-quality screen, making it very suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks where CPU, GPU, and visual fidelity are crucial.
Content Creation
8.0/10
6.0/10
9.1/10
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 Gigabyte Aorus 17 is very 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
7.5/10
6.0/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 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
8.0/10
6.1/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 offers robust resolution and bright displays which are valuable for general tasks, while the high color accuracy is beneficial for engineering and design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, while the color and resolution are good, the screen's refresh rate isn't as high as specialized gaming models, which can make fast-paced visuals less smooth. In contrast, the MSI GF63 Thin provides adequate resolution and brightness for everyday activities and enough color accuracy for non-professional design work, but its moderate screen qualities result in a less than ideal experience for gaming and 3D due to its lower refresh rate.
Battery
6.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 has 6 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI GF63 Thin has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 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
$1,700
$599
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Gigabyte Aorus 17 has a price of $1,700 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
"The Gigabyte Aorus 17 is a powerful high-end gaming machine. The Aorus 17 is a potent gaming notebook in a 17.3-inch format designed for FHD gaming at maximum settings. A Core i7-12700H processor and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU make this possible. A lightning-fast PCIe 4 SSD (1 TB) provides the necessary storage space and ensures short loading times. With the Aorus 17 XE4, Gigabyte delivers a well-rounded, high-performance gaming notebook."
"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 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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