The MSI Creator M14 is geared towards creative professionals who require accurate color representation and may prefer its lightweight design for better portability, despite it being slightly more expensive. On the other hand, the MSI Pulse GL66 is tailored for gamers and those needing higher graphical horsepower, offering robust performance that suits demanding tasks like 3D rendering and gaming, but it is heavier and might not have as long battery life as the Creator M14. Consider the primary use, whether it's for professional creative work on the go or performance-centric tasks, when making your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Advantages of the MSI Pulse GL66
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.3/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
245.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for general use, while the MSI Pulse GL66 is good.
The MSI Creator M14 offers a balance of a high-quality screen, ample RAM, and a robust CPU, making it excellent for general use where portability and battery life are key considerations. In contrast, while the MSI Pulse GL66 also provides a strong CPU and sufficient RAM for general tasks, its focus on performance can trade off against battery life and portability, which might be less suitable for users frequently on the move.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
7.5/10
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Pulse GL66 is good.
The MSI Creator M14, with a focus on CPU, RAM, GPU, and high-quality screen, is tailored for demanding tasks such as 3D modeling, which are crucial for engineering and design, while maintaining a decent level of portability and comfortable keyboard quality for extended use. The MSI Pulse GL66 also offers solid performance for engineering applications, but with a gaming edge that may somewhat compromise portability and operating noise for on-the-go professionals.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.2/10
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Pulse GL66 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
7.8/10
7.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and MSI Pulse GL66 are both good for software development, though the MSI Creator M14 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
7.5/10
6.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
245.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the MSI Pulse GL66 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Creator M14 likely boasts a higher resolution and superior color accuracy, making it well-suited for engineering and design tasks which require precise colors and clear visuals, though its likely lower refresh rate means it's not ideal for gaming where smoother motion is key. The MSI Pulse GL66, with fair screen quality in general use and engineering, may have acceptable color reproduction, but doesn't stand out in any specific area, offering balanced performance without excelling in color critical work. For gaming and 3D, both laptops' poorer screen quality could be due to insufficient refresh rates, which are crucial for a fluid gaming experience, and potentially non-ideal panel types that don't support fast motion as well as other models designed for gaming.
Portability
Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI Creator M14 and MSI Pulse GL66 both have good portability, though the MSI Creator M14 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,500
$1,399
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Creator M14 has a price of $1,500 and the MSI Pulse GL66 costs $1,399.
The MSI Creator M14 and MSI Pulse GL66 are both good for gaming and AI.
The MSI Creator M14 comes with a high-quality GPU and screen, which ensures smooth gaming and 3D rendering, while the refresh rate contributes to a fluid visual experience. Meanwhile, the MSI Pulse GL66 also offers a powerful GPU and an even higher refresh rate for responsive gameplay, and while both have capable CPUs, the screen quality on the GL66, along with its refresh rate, may edge out for fast-paced games.
Battery
4.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Pulse GL66 has 4 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
7.8/10
7.4/10
The MSI Creator M14 and MSI Pulse GL66 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the MSI Creator M14 and the MSI Pulse GL66 compare to other laptops
"The MSI Pulse GL66 has a lot of potential for improvement. Although the RTX 3060 is only able to use 105 watts, we still liked the gaming performance, particularly since this also makes the Pulse comfortably efficient but not slow by any means. Neither the dark display with its lame response times, nor USB 2.0 or the lack of Thunderbolt will please real gamers. The use of a sticker factory seal, which is at least questionable, also won't inspire any enthusiasm. It is obvious that the laptop is really designed for price-conscious gamers."
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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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