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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 offers better overall performance, a higher resolution and sharper display, longer battery life, and a more modern processor and graphics card good for engineering and creative work. However, the MSI GF63 Thin is lighter, making it more portable, and has an appearance more suited to gamers. If budget and portability are priorities, and your tasks aren't too demanding, the MSI might suit you. On the other hand, if you need stronger performance and a better display for tasks like video editing or software development and you're okay with a slightly heavier device, the Lenovo would be the better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Slim 7 16
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good battery life
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Slim 7 16.
Key differences
General Use
7.7
6.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
500.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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
6.6
6.0
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the Lenovo Slim 7 16 is somewhat better.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 provides better gaming and 3D experiences with its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3050 GPU and higher screen refresh rate compared to the MSI GF63 Thin, which has an Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU and a standard refresh rate. Although, the Lenovo's advantages in GPU and screen may come at a higher price point than the MSI, which could appeal to those prioritizing budget over peak performance.
Engineering and Design
7.5
6.0
7.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
4.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 is good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 is better suited for engineering and design use due to a more powerful CPU and GPU, which are crucial for demanding software applications, along with twice the RAM for multitasking efficiency and higher screen quality providing better resolution and color coverage. On the other hand, the MSI GF63 Thin, while more portable due to its lighter weight, has a less capable CPU and GPU, less RAM, and a lower-quality display, which makes it less ideal for intensive engineering and design work.
Content Creation
7.6
6.0
7.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 is good for content creation, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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
7.6
6.0
7.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 is good for software development, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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
8.3
6.1
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
500.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a display with higher resolution and brightness, which enhances visibility and clarity for everyday tasks and detailed engineering work, while its color gamut coverage ensures accurate color representation crucial for design professionals. However, its lower refresh rate makes it less optimal for the fast-paced visuals required in gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the MSI GF63 Thin has moderate screen attributes that provide satisfactory visuals for day-to-day activities and some level of precision for creative tasks but falls short in providing the smooth visual experience that gamers and 3D designers seek due to the lower refresh rate.
Battery
9.5 Hours
4.2 Hours
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has 9.5 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.
Build Quality
7.8
6.5
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has good build quality, while the MSI GF63 Thin has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 and MSI GF63 Thin both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$591
$599
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The Lenovo Slim 7 16 has a price of $591 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
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How the Lenovo Slim 7 16 and the MSI GF63 Thin compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Slim 7 16 | MSI GF63 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$591 | $599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2022 | May 1, 2019 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.7'' x 0.69'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.6 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.01" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.68" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 6800HS | Intel i5-10300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 4.25 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 500 nits | 249 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 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 | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Lenovo Slim 7 16
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PCMag
Eric Grevstad | March 2022
"At $1,011, the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 7 Pro is a real bargain among full-sized laptops, with a handsome 16-inch, 16:10 aspect ratio touch screen, a speedy CPU, a comfortable keyboard, ample memory, and a roomy solid-state drive. It's not a blazing gaming rig or mobile workstation, but it doesn't pretend to be. Its biggest negative is that it may be hard to find—during our review, it sold out and was marked "Temporarily Unavailable" on Lenovo's site."
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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