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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you're on a budget and mainly use your laptop for everyday tasks like web browsing and office applications, the Maypug's lower price may be appealing, and it should suffice. However, if you require a laptop for high-end tasks such as video editing, 3D modeling, or intensive engineering software, investing in the MSI Creator with its higher performance capabilities could be worthwhile despite the higher cost. Keep in mind, better performance usually means a heavier laptop with shorter battery life, so if portability and longevity on a charge are crucial for you, this could be a downside. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
8.0
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop, with lower CPU and RAM, might struggle with multitasking and demanding applications, making everyday tasks sluggish, while its heavy build and shorter battery life lessen its appeal for on-the-go usage. In contrast, the MSI Creator M14's higher-end CPU and ample RAM ensure a smooth experience for various tasks, complemented by its superior screen quality, lightweight design for easy portability, and longer battery life, making it a reliable option for everyday use.
Gaming and AI
5.6
7.3
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a less capable GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, making it less suited for gaming and 3D tasks, while the MSI Creator M14 boasts a more powerful GPU and a higher refresh rate screen, which greatly enhances performance and visual smoothness for those applications. Although the CPU and screen quality also impact performance and visual experience, they are secondary to the GPU and refresh rate in influencing the laptops' gaming and 3D capabilities.
Engineering and Design
5.6
8.4
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" laptop offers less powerful CPU, RAM, and GPU capabilities compared to the MSI Creator M14, which matters greatly when running demanding engineering applications that require higher processing power and graphics performance. Additionally, the MSI Creator M14's superior screen quality enhances the precision needed for design work, while still maintaining a balance of portability and build quality, which are key for users who need to take their work on the go.
Content Creation
5.9
8.0
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9
7.8
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.7
7.5
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Maypug 15" Laptop's display may lack the clarity and brightness desired for most activities due to a lower resolution and dimmer screen, which is especially noticeable in everyday tasks. For engineering and design, its colors aren't as true-to-life, making detailed color work less accurate because it doesn't cover the wider color gamuts like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB. Gamers and 3D designers could find the refresh rate too slow on the Maypug, which may result in less smooth visuals, even though the resolution and panel type are passable.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 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.
Build Quality
5.1
7.8
The MSI Creator M14 has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$600
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a price of $600 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 and Maypug 15" Laptop both have good portability.
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How the Maypug 15" Laptop and the MSI Creator M14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Maypug 15" Laptop | MSI Creator M14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $1,500 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.6 lbs | 3.53 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.97" | 12.39" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 9.19" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N5095 | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 29.6 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 2880 x 1800 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | 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 | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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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