If you need a laptop primarily for design and content creation, the MSI Creator M14 offers a balance of performance and affordability, suitable for general productivity and creative tasks. However, if you're involved in more demanding activities like gaming, 3D modeling, or machine learning and are willing to invest in higher performance, the MSI Stealth GS77 is better equipped to handle those tasks efficiently, but it's larger and less portable. The GS77 also typically has a better display and more powerful components, which drain the battery faster, so you'll compromise on battery life for the extra power. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS77
Very good for software development
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good battery life
Very good speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.3/10
7.9/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 and MSI Creator M14 are both good for gaming and AI, though the MSI Stealth GS77 is somewhat better.
The MSI Stealth GS77 comes with a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, making it better suited for gaming and 3D applications which require smooth visuals and fast render times. While the MSI Creator M14 also performs well in these areas, it falls short of the Stealth GS77 due to slightly less powerful graphics capabilities and a lower screen refresh rate, although it still offers a quality screen and competent CPU for general use.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
8.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth GS77 has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the MSI Creator M14's screen likely offers a clear picture with adequate brightness and sharp resolution pleasing for everyday tasks, while the MSI Stealth GS77's similar or better attributes provide a very comfortable viewing experience. For engineering and design, both laptops have good color accuracy, essential for precise work, with the Stealth GS77 possibly having a wider color gamut, making colors more vibrant and true-to-life. However, since gaming and 3D applications benefit from higher refresh rates for smooth visuals, both laptops may disappoint in this area due to lower refresh rates, despite offering sufficient resolution and panel quality.
Battery
4.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth GS77 has 6 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
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Creator M14 has good portability, while the MSI Stealth GS77 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,500
$2,499
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI Creator M14 has a price of $1,500 and the MSI Stealth GS77 costs $2,499.
The MSI Stealth GS77 and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for general use.
The MSI Creator M14 offers a balance of solid CPU performance, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen, all in a lightweight design that enhances portability and is accompanied by decent battery life, making it a versatile choice for everyday tasks. Meanwhile, the MSI Stealth GS77 provides stronger CPU power and greater RAM for intensive tasks, a superior screen experience suited for detailed work or entertainment, and larger storage capacity, but its larger size and shorter battery life make it less portable and better suited for stationary use or where high performance is a top priority.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
8.7/10
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS77 and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The MSI Creator M14, with a focus on CPU and GPU power, excels in tasks for engineering and design, additionally offering high screen quality which is crucial for precision work; however, the portability aspect falls short compared to lighter laptops. In contrast, the MSI Stealth GS77 maintains a balance between top-tier performance for intensive applications and a more portable form, while also providing a premium feel with its keyboard and quieter operation, making it a versatile option for on-the-go professionals without compromising on power.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.3/10
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth GS77 and MSI Creator M14 are both very 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
7.8/10
8.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth GS77 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Creator M14 is good.
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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth GS77 to have very good build quality, while the MSI Creator M14 has 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 Stealth GS77 compare to other laptops
"The MSI Stealth GS77 is better than the GS76... mostly. The GS77 is a few steps forward and a few steps back from the GS76. Improvements are numerous including the stronger and more rigid skeleton, higher resolution webcam, larger clickpad, easier serviceability, relatively similar battery runtimes, newer display options, and higher performance at about the same TDP and TGP levels as before. CPU performance is better than expected even when compared to other laptops with Core i7 or Core i9 processors. The newer model feels more substantial than the outgoing one for higher quality impressions as well."
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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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