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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i offers a higher-end experience with more storage, more memory, and a powerful processor suitable for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering work; it has a higher quality display with touch capability that is good for general use and multimedia. However, it is pricier and has average battery life. Conversely, the MSI GF63 Thin costs less but has less storage, less memory, and a less powerful processor, affecting its performance in advanced tasks; it has a decent display without touch, is somewhat heavier, and has shorter battery life. It still provides adequate performance for general use and gaming. If you need high performance and can invest more, the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is suitable, but for more casual, budget-friendly use, the MSI GF63 Thin would suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Best in class overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i.
Key differences
General Use
8.5
6.0
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
618.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i offers a more powerful CPU, substantially more RAM, and superior screen quality which includes a higher resolution and better color accuracy than the MSI GF63 Thin, making it more suitable for a variety of tasks and visual content. Additionally, the Slim Pro 9i is lighter in weight and has a higher portability score, along with a longer battery life, further enhancing its appeal for general use.
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.0
6.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i excels in gaming and 3D applications due to its superior graphics processing unit (GPU) that supports advanced features like ray tracing and deep learning super sampling (DLSS), coupled with a high screen refresh rate that enhances smooth visuals.
Engineering and Design
8.9
6.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
6.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i outshines the MSI GF63 Thin for engineering and design applications because it boasts a more powerful Intel i7 CPU, more RAM, and a superior Nvidia RTX GPU, which are pivotal for demanding tasks, alongside a high-quality Mini LED display with better color coverage and resolution. Although the MSI GF63 Thin is lighter, making it easier to carry around, its less potent Intel i5 CPU, lower amount of RAM, and Nvidia GTX GPU, along with an IPS display with lower color accuracy and resolution, are less adept at handling intensive engineering and design software.
Content Creation
8.5
6.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very 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
8.3
6.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is very 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
9.6
6.1
14.5in
SIZE
15.6in
3072 x 1920
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
618.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When considering general use, the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i's superior panel type, higher resolution, and greater brightness deliver clearer and more vibrant visuals, making it more suitable for everyday tasks and media consumption. For engineering and design, this laptop's coverage of broader color gamuts ensures that professionals can work with a wider range of colors, which is essential for accurate design work. However, the MSI GF63 Thin, while offering adequate resolution and panel quality for general use and productivity, falls short for gaming and 3D applications where its lower refresh rate doesn't provide as smooth motion as needed for fast-paced activities.
Battery
6.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has 6 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
8.0
6.5
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has very 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.
Cost
$1,600
$599
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i has a price of $1,600 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
14.5in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i and MSI GF63 Thin both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the Lenovo Slim Pro 9i and the MSI GF63 Thin compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Slim Pro 9i | MSI GF63 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,600 | $599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2019 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.9'' x 9.6'' x 0.85'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.7 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.9" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.64" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13705H | Intel i5-10300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 4.25 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14.5" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3072 x 1920 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 618 nits | 249 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 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 | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Matthew S. Smith | August 2023
"The Lenovo Slim Pro 9i is an impressive laptop with a brilliant Mini-LED display, a powerful 100-watt version of Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics, and excellent connectivity. Having run the Cinebench benchmark again, we were impressed with the CPU performance. That makes the Slim Pro 9i is an easy recommendation, especially for those who care about GPU and CPU performance. It’s also a fantastic choice if you frequently view HDR movies and games on your laptop."
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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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