The HP Dragonfly Pro 14 is suited for general use and business applications; it has good battery life and is more portable due to its lighter weight. It's ideal if you prioritize a touchscreen, better build quality, and a backlit keyboard. On the other hand, the MSI Cyborg 15 is better for gaming and graphics-intensive tasks like 3D rendering and machine learning, thanks to its dedicated Nvidia graphics card. However, it's heavier and has a shorter battery life, making it less convenient for on-the-go use. The MSI Cyborg is also more affordable but compromises on screen color fidelity and build quality compared to the HP. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Dragonfly Pro 14"
Very good for general use
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Very good battery life
Best in class speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Cyborg 15
Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
405.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is very good for general use, while the MSI Cyborg 15 is good.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14 with more RAM and a high-resolution, brighter touchscreen display offers better multitasking and a superior visual experience for general use, plus it's lighter and thinner for enhanced portability and has a longer battery life. In contrast, the MSI Cyborg 15 has a stronger graphics unit and a high refresh rate screen which may appeal to users with casual gaming needs or those requiring GPU performance for certain applications, but it falls short in RAM, screen brightness, and display resolution, with a heavier and thicker build affecting portability.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
7.2/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is only fair.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a more modest GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, making it only fair for gaming and 3D tasks. In contrast, the MSI Cyborg 15 is equipped with a higher-end GPU suitable for gaming and a higher screen refresh rate, elevating its performance in gaming and 3D applications.
Software Development
7.8/10
7.2/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and MSI Cyborg 15 are both good for software development, though the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is somewhat better.
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
7.1/10
6.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
405.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a better screen than the MSI Cyborg 15 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The HP Dragonfly Pro's screen fares well for general use and engineering due to its high resolution and brightness, while also covering a broad color spectrum that is crucial for accurate design work, but it falls short for gaming and 3D because of its lower refresh rate. The MSI Cyborg 15 provides an acceptable experience for both everyday tasks and engineering with its fair resolution and decent color accuracy, but like the HP, its refresh rate isn't optimal for the fast-paced visuals required in gaming and 3D applications. Both laptops may not satisfy gamers or 3D designers seeking fluid motion and fast screen responses.
Battery
10.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Cyborg 15 has 7.5 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good portability, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
6.7/10
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has very good build quality, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$1,100
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" has a price of $1,400 and the MSI Cyborg 15 costs $1,100.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and MSI Cyborg 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" is suitable for engineering and design due to its high-performance AMD Ryzen 7 processor, ample RAM, and advanced AMD Radeon graphics capable of handling demanding tasks, along with a high-resolution touchscreen that enhances design work. Alternatively, the MSI Cyborg 15 offers a powerful Intel i7 processor and superior Nvidia RTX graphics for engineering simulations and designs, but it falls short in screen quality and RAM compared to the HP, albeit with a larger screen size and a higher refresh rate for smoother visuals.
Content Creation
7.9/10
7.5/10
7.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and MSI Cyborg 15 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.
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How the HP Dragonfly Pro 14" and the MSI Cyborg 15 compare to other laptops
"I’d say that the HP Dragonfly Pro checks off most of the boxes for this freelancer. It feels nice to use, is zippy and responsive, has great speakers, and even has a relatively sane price. Although it’s an unorthodox choice to pick AMD for this kind of machine, it’s clear that when Ryzen is given a chance to shine, it can kick a lot of butt."
"The focus of the MSI Cyborg 15 lies on a compromise of performance, mobility, and power consumption. Due to the reduced performance settings, the CPU and GPU perform below their capabilities. Nonetheless, their computing power is still sufficient for FHD gaming at high to maximum settings even then. The power consumption, which is low for a gaming laptop, can be translated into a good battery life. Realistic values of 7 to 8 h are still possible, despite the relatively small battery capacity of 53.5 Wh. Unfortunately the USB-C port doesn't offer any support for Power Delivery, which would be a sensible feature in the case of the Cyborg."
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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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