If you're looking for a more budget-friendly laptop for general use, the HP Envy x360 may suit your needs with its versatile 2-in-1 design and decent performance for everyday tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Creator M14, while more expensive, offers superior performance for creative professionals, 3D work, and intensive tasks; it's also built with a focus on display quality and color accuracy. However, it may be heavier and have shorter battery life, making it less suitable for on-the-go users compared to the more portable HP Envy. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy x360 15"
Very good battery life
Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.2/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for general use, while the HP Envy x360 15" is good.
The HP Envy x360 15", with its versatile CPU and RAM, is suitable for everyday tasks and offers a flexible 2-in-1 design, which along with decent battery life makes it a good general-use notebook; however, the MSI Creator M14, with superior screen quality and stronger performance due to a better CPU and more RAM, caters more effectively to users who prioritize display and speed for more demanding applications, though it may be less portable and have shorter battery life than the HP. Both laptops are compromised on storage, keyboard, speaker quality, operating noise, and heat management, but these factors take a backseat to their primary strengths.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
7.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The HP Envy x360 15" has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate, making it less ideal for gaming and 3D applications than the MSI Creator M14, which boasts stronger graphics performance and a higher refresh rate screen. While both have quality screens and CPUs, the superior GPU in the MSI Creator M14 provides smoother visuals and better handling of intensive graphic tasks crucial for a good gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
6.5/10
8.4/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP Envy x360 15" is only fair.
The MSI Creator M14 is equipped with higher-end CPU, GPU, and more RAM, which enhances performance for engineering and design applications, while also featuring a superior screen quality crucial for detailed work. In contrast, the HP Envy x360 has moderate performance capabilities and screen resolution but compensates with better portability and a convertible design, along with a keyboard, speakers, and operating noise that are satisfactory for everyday use.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.0/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for content creation, while the HP Envy x360 15" is good.
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
7.2/10
7.8/10
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and HP Envy x360 15" are both good for software development, though the MSI Creator M14 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
6.2/10
7.5/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the HP Envy x360 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the HP Envy x360's screen is decent due to its satisfactory resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing and video streaming, while the MSI Creator M14's higher resolution and brightness make it more vibrant and crisp. In engineering and design, the MSI Creator M14 stands out with superior color accuracy, covering a wider range of colors essential for professional photo editing and CAD work, whereas the HP Envy x360's color range is less suited for precision work. However, both laptops have screens with lower refresh rates, which means that for gaming or any 3D applications that benefit from smooth motion, they would not provide the ideal experience that a high refresh rate display would deliver.
Battery
10.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The HP Envy x360 15" has 10 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 and HP Envy x360 15" both have good build quality, though the MSI Creator M14 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$430
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The HP Envy x360 15" has a price of $430 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
"Despite its good looks, stellar webcam and comfortable keyboard, the Envy x360 15 is hard to recommend because of its dim, 16:9 display. If the display isn't an issue for you, just be sure to wait for a good sale price. Otherwise, a more modern two-in-one with a 16:10 display such as the Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 or Lenovo Yoga 7i 16 provides a larger workspace without adding much to the size and weight of the system."
Get a great deal on the HP Envy x360 15" or the MSI Creator M14
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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