When choosing between the HP Victus 15 and the MSI Thin GF63, consider that while the HP model may be more wallet-friendly, the MSI is likely to offer a slimmer and more lightweight design, which can be ideal for carrying around. If you prioritize gaming or graphic-intensive tasks, the MSI may also deliver better performance. On the other hand, if you're after a balance between cost and functionality for everyday tasks like browsing and office work, the HP could serve you well. However, battery life and the specific needs of any engineering or design software you might use should also influence your decision, as some laptops are better suited for those tasks than others. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Victus 15
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
Good for engineering and design
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.4/10
6.9/10
3.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and HP Victus 15 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 higher-tier Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, compared to the HP Victus 15 which comes with the Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU, although both have screens with the same refresh rate. Additionally, the MSI has generally more powerful computing capabilities as it includes a higher-end CPU, contributing to its 'good' suitability for gaming and 3D tasks over the HP Victus 15's 'fair' evaluation.
Engineering and Design
6.7/10
7.5/10
8.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
3.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Thin GF63 is good for engineering and design, while the HP Victus 15 is only fair.
The HP Victus 15, with its capable CPU, solid GPU, and high-quality screen, is suited for engineering and design tasks, although its greater weight impacts portability; the MSI Thin GF63 offers stronger CPU performance and double the RAM, contributing to more complex engineering and design efficiency, but it compromises on speaker and build quality compared to the HP.
Screen Quality
6.9/10
6.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
262.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The HP Victus 15 has a better screen than the MSI Thin GF63 for general use, while the MSI Thin GF63 has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, the HP Victus 15 offers a more vibrant and sharper display due to its superior resolution and brightness, making it more suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. When it comes to engineering and design, the HP's display has a wider range of colors, essential for accuracy in professional visual work. However, for gaming and 3D tasks, both laptops fall short as they lack high refresh rates, which are critical for smooth motion and gameplay, but the HP's stronger resolution and panel technology don't compensate as much in this context.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The HP Victus 15 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
7.4/10
6.5/10
The HP Victus 15 has good build quality, while the MSI Thin GF63 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$650
$880
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The HP Victus 15 has a price of $650 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $880.
The MSI Thin GF63 and HP Victus 15 are both good for general use.
The HP Victus 15 is well-suited for general use with adequate RAM, a solid CPU, and good battery life, all contributing to its capability to handle everyday tasks efficiently, while offering better portability and heat management. Comparatively, the MSI Thin GF63 also caters to general use with a stronger CPU and more RAM for potentially more demanding applications, though with a slight compromise on battery life and is less portable.
Content Creation
7.2/10
7.4/10
8.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Thin GF63 and HP Victus 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.
Software Development
7.0/10
7.2/10
8.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and HP Victus 15 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
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Thin GF63 and HP Victus 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the HP Victus 15 and the MSI Thin GF63 compare to other laptops
Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, and Yannick Khong | March 2023
"The HP Victus 15 is great for gaming. It's available with Intel 12th Gen. CPUs and NVIDIA discrete graphics, which are powerful enough to provide a smooth gaming experience in demanding AAA titles at 1080p. It has a nice keyboard and a fast SSD, as well as Wi-Fi 6 and Ethernet connectivity for low-latency online gaming. Unfortunately, its 144Hz display has a slow response time causing noticeable ghosting, and it doesn't support variable refresh rate to reduce screen tearing."
"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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