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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is notably more affordable, with a fanless design for quiet operation, making it suitable for basic tasks like browsing and office applications. Its lower price reflects modest hardware that is sufficient for everyday use but not heavy multitasking or demanding software. In contrast, the MSI GF63 Thin costs more but offers superior performance thanks to its more powerful processor and dedicated graphics card. This makes the MSI suitable for more intensive tasks, including gaming, graphic design, and video editing. It also has a better display and build quality but is slightly heavier and less portable than the Lenovo. If your work involves complex applications or you enjoy gaming, the MSI might be the better choice, despite its higher price. However, for simple tasks and maximum portability, the Lenovo would be a cost-effective option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
5.3
6.1
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
239.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for software development, and content creation, while the MSI GF63 Thin has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" likely falls short with a dim display and limited resolution which affects the clarity and comfort for everyday tasks, while the MSI GF63 Thin offers a balance with its fair resolution and brightness, making it more suitable for a range of activities. In the realm of engineering and design, accurate color representation and a wide range of colors are crucial, and the IdeaPad struggles to meet these standards with inferior color gamuts, whereas the GF63 Thin provides fair color accuracy, though not top-of-the-line, making it more viable for professional creative work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the IdeaPad's poor refresh rate can lead to motion blur and less smooth visuals, which can be a significant disadvantage, while the GF63 Thin, despite its fair screen quality, still doesn't excel in this aspect due to moderate refresh rates and resolution, but it will likely perform better than the IdeaPad.
Battery
9.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 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
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has very good portability, while the MSI GF63 Thin has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0
6.5
The MSI GF63 Thin and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" both have only fair build quality, though the MSI GF63 Thin has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$153
$599
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has a price of $153 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
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Key similarities
General Use
6.1
6.0
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
239.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
5.5
6.0
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
10.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" has an Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU, which is weaker than the MSI GF63 Thin's Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q, leading to poorer performance in gaming and 3D tasks. Despite both having the same screen refresh rate, the IdeaPad 1's lower screen resolution and inferior TN panel quality further reduce its gaming and 3D capabilities compared to the GF63 Thin's higher-resolution IPS display.
Engineering and Design
5.5
6.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to be only fair for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is poor.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" is considered poor for engineering and design due to its less powerful Intel Celeron processor, lower-quality graphics, and a basic TN display with lower resolution, which hampers multitasking, complex computations, and clear visual representation. On the other hand, the MSI GF63 Thin offers a more robust Intel i5 processor, dedicated Nvidia graphics, and a higher-quality IPS display with a better resolution, making it more suitable for demanding engineering tasks and design work that require higher processing power and better screen clarity.
Content Creation
6.2
6.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair 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
6.4
6.0
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair 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.
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How the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" and the MSI GF63 Thin compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14" | MSI GF63 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$153 | $599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | May 1, 2019 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.9'' x 9.3'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.09 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.88" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.25" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N4020 | Intel i5-10300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 4 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 4.25 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 32 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 239 nits | 249 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 10/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14"
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Tom Brant | August 2021
"The IdeaPad 1 14 is a simple machine, but it’s well-designed and has nearly everything you’d expect from a no-nonsense laptop that allows you to check emails and get schoolwork or other light tasks done with relative ease. A "true" 128GB SSD (as opposed to an eMMC drive) and a roomy 14-inch full HD display are arguably the star attractions, with the comfortable keyboard and reasonably modern styling playing important backup roles."
MSI GF63 Thin
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Florian Glaser | January 2020
"If you leave aside the meagre port selection (no card reader, no DisplayPort, no Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.1 Gen2), the fan control that could be improved (idle mode!) and the relatively dark and slow display, the MSI GF63 Thin 9SC does not have any major weaknesses. The 15-inch gamer is compact, has a low weight and offers a good price-to-performance ratio, which should please gamers that are looking for both a portable and an affordable gaming notebook. Input devices, battery life, case quality and performance are all appropriate for this purchase price."
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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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