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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 generally offers better performance, higher screen resolution, and a more robust construction, making it well-suited for intensive engineering tasks and professional work. However, it also comes with a higher price tag and is less portable due to its weight and size. The MSI Thin GF63, on the other hand, is more affordable and lighter, lending itself to easier transportation, gaming with its higher refresh rate screen, and general use. It won’t match the P16 in performance but strikes a balance between cost and capability for everyday tasks and on-the-go users. Consider the ThinkPad P16 if performance in demanding applications is a priority and the budget allows, or opt for the GF63 if you prefer a mix of affordability and portability while still getting decent performance for daily computing and moderate gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad P16
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good battery life
- Excellent speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
- Good portability
Key differences
General Use
8.0
7.4
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
569.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for general use, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is well-suited for general use due to its powerful CPU, substantial RAM, high-resolution screen which renders vibrant colors and accurate visuals, coupled with a large battery for longer usage, although it's less portable due to its weight. On the other hand, the MSI Thin GF63 also caters to general use with a competent CPU, adequate memory, and a good quality screen, while being notably lighter and easier to carry, but its battery life is shorter which could be a limitation for users needing all-day power away from an outlet.
Engineering and Design
8.3
7.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is preferred for engineering and design due to its high-resolution screen, which provides better detail and color accuracy, and more powerful GPU which is crucial for demanding tasks, even if it's less portable and noisier. Whereas, the MSI Thin GF63, though more portable and quieter, has a lower resolution and color coverage display, and less powerful GPU, making it suitable but not optimal for intensive engineering and design work.
Content Creation
8.2
7.4
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Thin GF63 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
8.4
7.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is very good for software development, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
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
8.2
6.8
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
569.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a better screen than the MSI Thin GF63 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize sharp text and vibrant visuals for activities like browsing or document editing, the Lenovo ThinkPad P16's higher resolution and brighter display enhance general use significantly over the MSI Thin GF63. For precision tasks such as engineering and graphic design, the ThinkPad's wider color gamut coverage ensures more accurate color representation, which is less pronounced on the GF63. However, for gaming and 3D rendering where fluid motion is key, both laptops may not be ideal due to lower refresh rates, despite the MSI Thin GF63 possibly having a slight edge with a moderately better panel in this context.
Battery
10.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has 10 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.
Portability
Poor
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
6.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Thin GF63 has good portability, while the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
6.5
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has very 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.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.9
6.9
4.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 is noted for gaming and 3D due to its high-quality GPU and adequate screen refresh rate, complemented by a powerful CPU and superior screen resolution. Conversely, the MSI Thin GF63 also excels in gaming and 3D applications with a quality GPU and a higher screen refresh rate than the P16, although with a less robust CPU and lower screen resolution.
Cost
$1,449
$1,400
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Lenovo ThinkPad P16 has a price of $1,449 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $1,400.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 and the MSI Thin GF63 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo ThinkPad P16 | MSI Thin GF63 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,449 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.3'' x 10.5'' x 1.2'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.5 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.3" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.5" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12800HX | Intel i7-12650H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 4 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 94 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 569 nits | 262 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.1/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | 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 | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Eric Grevstad | February 2023
"It's only a few months since we gave the MSI CreatorPro X17 one of our rare 4.5-star ratings and our top mobile workstation honor, but the Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 matches that achievement in a more premium overall build. Ultimately, its build quality, screen, and keyboard give our latest Editors' Choice nod to the Lenovo—it's enough of a monster on almost all fronts that it simply cannot be ignored."
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Tom's Hardware
Charles Jeffries | November 2022
"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 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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