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MSI Creator M14
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Updated March 21, 2024· Prices updated 24 hours ago
For tasks like video editing, graphic design, and content creation, the MSI Creator M14 would serve you better with its focus on creative workflows, whereas the MSI GF65 Thin is tailored for gaming with a high refresh rate screen and dedicated graphics card, although both laptops can handle multiple uses. The Creator M14 may offer a more color-accurate display and often comes with features beneficial to professionals, but at a higher price. The GF65 Thin prioritizes gaming performance over display accuracy and might have a shorter battery life due to its powerful components. If portability is essential, the Creator M14 is typically lighter and more travel-friendly. Choose the Creator M14 for professional creative work and the GF65 Thin for a gaming-focused experience, while being mindful of the extra cost for the Creator's specialized features. Give Feedback
At the time of writing the MSI Creator M14 cost $1,500 and the MSI GF65 Thin cost $1,100.
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
Advantages of the MSI GF65 Thin
- The MSI GF65 Thin has no clear advantages over the MSI Creator M14.
Key differences
General Use
8.0
6.5
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for general use, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Creator M14, with its superior CPU and RAM, along with a high-quality screen, leans towards professionals in need of robust performance and clear visuals, making it very good for tasks like video editing and design work, though its portability and battery life also suit general use well. The MSI GF65 Thin, while more affordable and moderately portable, has less impressive battery life and screen quality, but its fair performance and cooling system still make it a reasonable option for everyday activities and lighter gaming.
Gaming and AI
7.3
6.8
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Creator M14 boasts a stronger GPU and higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, providing a more immersive and responsive experience. Although the MSI GF65 Thin is capable, its GPU isn't as powerful and the screen refresh rate isn't as high, which may result in less fluid visuals in intensive gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.4
6.7
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.1/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Creator M14 comes with a higher-end CPU, more RAM, a superior GPU, and a better-quality screen, making it well-suited for resource-heavy engineering and design tasks that demand high performance and visual accuracy. On the other hand, the MSI GF65 Thin, while still capable for these tasks, trades some power and screen quality for greater portability and a lower operating noise, which could be beneficial for users who require mobility and a quieter work environment.
Content Creation
8.0
6.8
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for content creation, while the MSI GF65 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
7.8
6.3
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for software development, while the MSI GF65 Thin 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.
Screen Quality
7.5
6.8
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the MSI GF65 Thin for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Creator M14 boasts superior screen resolution and brightness, making it well-suited for everyday tasks and ensuring crisp, clear images, which enhances its performance for general use and detail-oriented work in engineering and design. However, its lower refresh rate can be a drawback for gaming and 3D applications, where smooth motion is crucial. On the other hand, the MSI GF65 Thin, while having acceptable resolution and brightness for day-to-day activities and technical work, lacks the advanced color range desired by professionals, and its refresh rate isn't optimal for the high-speed visuals demanded by gamers and 3D designers.
Build Quality
7.8
6.7
The MSI Creator M14 has good build quality, while the MSI GF65 Thin has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$1,100
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Creator M14 has a price of $1,500 and the MSI GF65 Thin costs $1,100.
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Key similarities
Battery
4.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The MSI GF65 Thin 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
Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 and MSI GF65 Thin both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Spec Comparison
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| MSI Creator M14 | MSI GF65 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.53 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.39" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13620H | Intel i5-10500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.5 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 262 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Allen Ngo | March 2021
"The MSI GF65 Thin offers a GeForce RTX 3060 on a budget. The MSI GF65 is a relatively inexpensive RTX 3060 laptop and, perhaps not coincidentally, it also comes with a slower-than-average RTX 3060 GPU. Other laptops we've tested thus far with the same GPU are about 10 to 15 percent faster. CPU performance is also slightly slower than average unless if users decide to enable Cooler Boost mode. Colors, black-white response times, Thunderbolt, and DisplayPort are either average or completely omitted. Gamers who want to maximize performance-per-dollar without sacrificing RAM or SSD upgradeability will find the lightweight MSI GF65 attractive."
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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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