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Updated March 21, 2024·
If you prioritize a durable build and dependable performance for business or general use, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers reliability and a keyboard layout that's comfortable for long typing sessions. Conversely, the MSI Thin GF63 is tailored for users looking for a lighter and gaming-capable machine with a dedicated graphics card, but the tradeoff comes in the form of shorter battery life and potentially less robust construction compared to the ThinkPad. Consider the thin and light form of the MSI for gaming or multimedia tasks and the ThinkPad for productivity and business applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
- The MSI Thin GF63 has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkPad T14.
Key differences
General Use
8.5
7.4
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for general use, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a robust CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and general computing tasks, with a high-quality screen and long battery life enhancing portability for on-the-go use, while the MSI Thin GF63 provides a capable CPU and sufficient RAM for casual use, with a focus on a thinner, lighter form factor, but it may compromise on battery life and screen quality when compared to the ThinkPad. While the MSI may excel in storage capacity and heat management due to its gaming-angled design, the ThinkPad T14 typically has a superior keyboard, which is a boon for extensive typing.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.5
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is equipped with a strong CPU, ample RAM, and high screen quality, making it well-suited for demanding engineering tasks and precision design work; meanwhile, the MSI Thin GF63 also offers a robust CPU and dedicated GPU, which is essential for graphics-intensive engineering applications. While both are capable, the ThinkPad typically has a better keyboard and is more durable, but the MSI might be more portable and offers a better gaming experience due to its GPU.
Content Creation
8.3
7.4
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
8.3
7.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
6.9
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen than the MSI Thin GF63 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the MSI Thin GF63 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
For general use, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a balance of resolution and brightness, providing clear visuals and comfortable viewing, whereas the MSI Thin GF63's fair screen quality may not be as vibrant or sharp. In engineering and design, the ThinkPad T14's superior color accuracy, with wider color gamuts, makes it better for tasks requiring precise color representation, which the GF63 lacks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, but the resolution and panel types are adequate for casual use.
Battery
9.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the MSI Thin GF63 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0
6.5
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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
6.7
6.9
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 with its modest GPU offers limited gaming and 3D capabilities, but it shines in aspects like build quality and keyboard comfort which are somewhat important for general use and productivity. On the other hand, the MSI Thin GF63, while also not top-tier for gaming, provides a better GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, offering a more fluid experience in gaming and 3D applications, albeit at the expense of the sturdiness and professional features of the Lenovo.
Cost
$1,241
$1,150
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a price of $1,241 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $1,150.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the MSI Thin GF63 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad T14 | MSI Thin GF63 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,241 | $1,150 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.5'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.96 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.51" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.93" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | Intel i7-12650H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 39.3 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 321 nits | 262 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 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 | 8.4/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | 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 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Lenovo ThinkPad T14
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Benjamin Herzig | December 2023
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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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