When choosing between the Gigabyte Aorus 17H and the MSI Creator M14, consider that the Gigabyte offers higher performance suitable for gaming and demanding tasks at the expense of being heavier and bulkier, making it less portable. The MSI is more portable and budget-friendly, and while it's a good fit for general use and light creative tasks, it won't handle intensive applications as effectively as the Gigabyte. If long battery life is vital for you and you mostly work on-the-go, the MSI might serve you well, but if you need a laptop for high-end gaming or complex work, the Gigabyte is the better option despite its higher cost and reduced mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 17H
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
8.7/10
7.3/10
9.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator M14 is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H stands out with a superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth and visually stunning gaming and 3D rendering experiences. While the MSI Creator M14 also performs well in these areas, its GPU and refresh rate are less impressive, making it slightly less optimal for the most demanding gaming and creative tasks.
Screen Quality
8.3/10
7.5/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
351.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for general use, and gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator M14 has a better screen for content creation.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and MSI Creator M14 likely have high-resolution displays with good brightness and panel types such as IPS, making them suitable for general use as these features provide clear and vibrant images. For engineering and design tasks, these laptops probably cover a wide range of color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation critical for detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their screens may not offer high refresh rates, which is essential for smooth visuals and a responsive experience, rendering them less ideal for fast-paced interactive content.
Battery
6.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H 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
Poor
Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
5.9 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
1.1in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 has good portability, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,000
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H has a price of $2,000 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 17H is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, offers a smooth experience for general use but is less portable due to its size and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go use. In contrast, the MSI Creator M14, while also having a strong CPU and sufficient RAM, boasts superior screen quality and a more compact design, enhanced by a longer-lasting battery, making it a more versatile option for those who prioritize mobility without sacrificing performance.
Engineering and Design
8.6/10
8.4/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
9.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 17H boasts powerful CPU, ample RAM, and high-end GPU, complemented by a quality screen, making it ideal for demanding engineering software and design work that requires strong performance and detailed visuals. The MSI Creator M14, while also offering solid CPU, RAM, and GPU for professional tasks, has the advantage of being more portable with a quality keyboard, making it a better option for those who prioritize mobility alongside performance for engineering and design activities.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.0/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 and Gigabyte Aorus 17H 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
7.5/10
7.8/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and Gigabyte Aorus 17H 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
7.4/10
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 and Gigabyte Aorus 17H both have good 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 Gigabyte Aorus 17H and the MSI Creator M14 compare to other laptops
"Overall though, it’s *lots of swearing* fast, seriously. For work, rendering, gaming, it doesn’t matter, this is a true weapon of performance that’s going to run rings around most high-end desktop systems. If you absolutely have to game at ultra-high refresh rates on the go (but within thinking distance of a plug socket), this is the ticket. I can’t see such an extreme being that appealing to everyone, but if you take your gaming seriously, or even professionally, there’s nothing else out there that comes close that you can still fit in your backpack and travel with."
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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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