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If you prioritize gaming performance and are working with intensive engineering software, the MSI Bravo 15 offers a more powerful GPU that supports hardware ray tracing and DLSS, making it suitable for these demands. However, it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, which may be a drawback if portability and battery life are important to you. On the other hand, the MSI GF63 Thin is more affordable, lighter, and thinner, which makes it more portable, but it has an older GPU that's less suited for demanding tasks and gaming. It also has a shorter battery life than the Bravo 15. Both have a similar processor and RAM, but the GF63 Thin has less storage out-of-the-box. If you want to save money and need a machine that's easier to carry around for lighter tasks, the GF63 Thin could serve well, but for a more future-proof gaming and engineering experience, consider the Bravo 15 despite its higher cost and less portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for content creation
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- Good portability
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1
6.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The MSI Bravo 15 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
7.2
6.0
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
7.2
6.0
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Bravo 15, with a more powerful AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU alongside a higher refresh rate screen, offers better performance and screen quality crucial for engineering and design tasks compared to the MSI GF63 Thin, which has an older Intel CPU, less powerful Nvidia GTX GPU, and a lower refresh rate screen. However, the GF63 Thin is lighter and more portable than the Bravo 15, potentially offering a better experience for users who prioritize mobility.
Content Creation
7.1
6.0
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Bravo 15 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
6.8
6.0
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Bravo 15 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for software development, though the MSI Bravo 15 is somewhat better.
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
6.1
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The MSI Bravo 15 has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the MSI Bravo 15 offers a display with better resolution and brightness, providing a crisper and more vivid viewing experience compared to the MSI GF63 Thin. In engineering and design, the Bravo 15 presents wider color gamuts, which are crucial for accurately rendering colors, making it a better choice for tasks that require color precision. However, for 3D and gaming, both laptops fall short due to their lower refresh rates, which are less ideal for the smooth visuals required in high-paced gaming or smooth 3D rendering.
Battery
6.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The MSI Bravo 15 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.
Cost
$862
$599
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The MSI Bravo 15 has a price of $862 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
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Key similarities
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to have good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7
6.5
The MSI Bravo 15 and MSI GF63 Thin both have 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Bravo 15 | MSI GF63 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$862 | $599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2019 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.96 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | Intel i5-10300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 4.25 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 267 nits | 249 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Nikolay Palaozov | July 2023
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming 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 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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