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Updated January 12, 2024·
The MSI Bravo 15, being slightly more expensive, offers an AMD Ryzen processor which is efficient for multitasking and generally provides strong multi-core performance, making it suitable for moderate to heavy workloads like video editing or compiling code. It comes with 8GB of RAM, which may be less optimal for heavy multitasking compared to the MSI Thin GF63's 16GB of RAM. Both feature an Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card, offering solid performance for gaming or graphic-intensive tasks. The Bravo 15 is heavier and thicker than the GF63, so the latter is more portable. If battery life is a concern, note that both laptops have similar capacities. The GF63 has an Intel i7 processor, which is powerful for general use and gaming but can consume more battery. In summary, the Bravo 15 leans towards multitasking and heavier workloads, whereas the GF63, being lighter and with more RAM, could be better for extensive multitasking and users favoring portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
- Good for software development
- Good portability
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.9
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The MSI Bravo 15 has a better screen than the MSI Thin GF63 for general use, while the MSI Thin GF63 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
For general use, the MSI Bravo 15 offers a screen that is clear and vibrant due to its superior resolution and brightness, making it suitable for daily tasks and media consumption. In engineering and design, this laptop's display, while delivering adequate resolution and brightness, may not offer the wide color gamut needed for precision color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the low refresh rate of the Bravo 15 can result in less fluid motion and a less immersive experience.
Battery
6.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 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.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use.
The MSI Thin GF63 offers better general use primarily because it has more RAM, which allows smoother multitasking, and a superior CPU that translates to faster overall performance than the MSI Bravo 15's processor and RAM combination. Additionally, the Thin GF63 is more portable due to its lighter weight and higher portability score, and despite having a slightly smaller battery, it has a longer reported battery life, which contributes to its better suitability for general use.
Gaming and AI
7.2
6.9
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Bravo 15 to be good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Thin GF63 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
7.5
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Thin GF63 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The MSI Bravo 15 is suitable for engineering and design due to its high-performance AMD CPU and dedicated Nvidia GPU, adequate RAM, and an IPS display with decent color coverage, whereas the MSI Thin GF63 offers a higher RAM capacity, a powerful Intel CPU, and similar GPU and screen quality, with added advantages in portability and a slightly better keyboard.
Content Creation
7.1
7.4
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Thin GF63 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for content creation.
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
7.2
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Thin GF63 to be good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 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.
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 Thin GF63 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 Thin GF63 both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$862
$865
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The MSI Bravo 15 has a price of $862 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $865.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Bravo 15 | MSI Thin GF63 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$862 | $865 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
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 i7-12650H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 4.5 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 | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 267 nits | 262 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 | 2 | |
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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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 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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