The HP 17" Laptop is larger with a 17.3-inch display, which may be better for viewing content but is less portable. It uses an AMD Ryzen processor and integrated graphics; it's suitable for everyday use and some entry-level professional tasks. In contrast, the MSI Thin GF63 has a smaller 15.6-inch screen with a higher refresh rate, ideal for smoother visuals in gaming and video playback. Its Intel processor and dedicated Nvidia graphics card offer more power for 3D, machine learning, and gaming. The HP generally has a longer battery life, while the MSI, being lighter, is more portable. Choose the HP for increased screen size and battery life at a lower cost, and the MSI for better gaming and performance tasks with higher portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 17" Laptop
The HP 17" Laptop has no clear advantages over the MSI Thin GF63.
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
Good for engineering and design
Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.2/10
6.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and HP 17" Laptop are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Thin GF63 is somewhat better.
The MSI Thin GF63 offers better gaming and 3D performance due to its Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card and higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, whereas the HP 17" Laptop, with its AMD Ryzen 7 7730U Vega 8 integrated GPU and a 60Hz display, provides a more modest gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
6.8/10
7.5/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Thin GF63 is good for engineering and design, while the HP 17" Laptop is only fair.
The HP 17" Laptop is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 CPU and Vega 8 GPU, which along with 16GB RAM and a 17.3-inch IPS screen, supports rigorous engineering and design tasks with a larger display for detailed work. The MSI Thin GF63, while also having 16GB RAM, offers a more powerful Intel i7 CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU combination with a slightly smaller, high-quality 15.6-inch IPS screen, enhancing performance for graphic-intensive applications but in a more portable package.
Screen Quality
6.6/10
6.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
287.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The MSI Thin GF63 has a better screen than the HP 17" Laptop for gaming and AI.
For general use, both the HP 17" and the MSI Thin GF63 laptops offer a satisfactory viewing experience, with resolutions and brightness levels suitable for activities like web browsing and video streaming, but lack the higher resolution and brightness that premium panels offer. When tackling engineering and design tasks, their screens fall short in delivering the wide color gamuts necessary for precise color work, meaning professionals may find the color accuracy insufficient. Lastly, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops' refresh rates don't keep pace with the high refresh rates sought after by enthusiasts, and resolutions and panel types offer a less than ideal gaming experience.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The HP 17" Laptop has 5.5 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.
Build Quality
6.0/10
6.5/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and HP 17" Laptop both have only fair build quality, though the MSI Thin GF63 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$850
$1,400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP 17" Laptop has a price of $850 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $1,400.
The MSI Thin GF63 and HP 17" Laptop are both good for general use.
The HP 17" Laptop offers a larger screen with better color coverage and contrast, ideal for general use where screen quality for viewing content is a priority, though at the expense of heavier weight and shorter battery life compared to the MSI Thin GF63. On the other hand, the MSI Thin GF63, while having a slightly smaller screen, boasts a more powerful GPU and better portability due to its lighter weight and a design more suitable for mobility, making it a good fit for general use where occasional performance for graphics-related tasks is needed.
Content Creation
7.2/10
7.4/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Thin GF63 and HP 17" Laptop are both 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
7.1/10
7.2/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and HP 17" Laptop 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.
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
4.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Thin GF63 and HP 17" Laptop both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the HP 17" Laptop and the MSI Thin GF63 compare to other laptops
"As far as starter laptops go, the HP Laptop 17 is a sound investment. Sure, it might not be the lightest of options, but what you get for the price is a well-rounded machine that fits multiple niches. Whether it be office duties that require you to multi-task between multiple programs, or study tasks in which you’ll spend hours browsing online, this laptop does it all. Plus, when it's time to unwind, you can watch your favorite shows or movies on a super-wide display. What's best of all is that you can do all this for about half a day on a single charge."
"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 HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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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