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Updated March 22, 2024·
If you're looking for high performance for tasks like video editing or 3D design, the MSI Creator M14 has more power, but it comes with a higher price tag. The MSI Thin GF63, on the other hand, is more budget-friendly and offers decent performance for everyday tasks and some gaming; it's also lighter, making it easier to carry around. However, its battery life may not be as long as the Creator M14, and it may not handle intensive engineering software as smoothly. Consider how you'll use your laptop, balancing the need for advanced capabilities against cost and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
- The MSI Thin GF63 has no clear advantages over the MSI Creator M14.
Key differences
General Use
8.0
7.4
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 Thin GF63 is good.
The MSI Creator M14, with a high-quality screen and powerful CPU, caters to users needing reliable performance for everyday tasks and content creation, while its ample RAM ensures smooth multitasking. However, the MSI Thin GF63, although lighter and easier to carry around, sacrifices some screen quality and has a lesser CPU, making it less ideal for intensive tasks but still adequate for general use, with both models offering reasonable battery life for on-the-go usage.
Engineering and Design
8.4
7.5
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
The MSI Creator M14, with its superior CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality GPU, excels in demanding tasks and delivers crisp visuals ideal for precision engineering and design work. Meanwhile, the MSI Thin GF63, while still robust in performance and screen quality for engineering tasks, trades off some of that power and visual fidelity for better portability and a quieter operation, making it a strong contender for users on the go.
Content Creation
8.0
7.4
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
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 Thin GF63 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
7.2
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and MSI Thin GF63 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
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 Thin GF63 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Creator M14 offers a higher-resolution display and brighter panel, providing clarity and comfort for everyday tasks and detailed work in engineering and design; however, it lacks a high refresh rate essential for smooth rendering in gaming and 3D applications. In comparison, the GF63 provides adequate resolution and brightness for general use and some engineering applications, but like the M14, it falls short for gaming due to slower screen refresh. Both laptops, though, might appeal to professionals in design due to their color accuracy, but gamers and 3D developers would find the screens lacking for their high-speed visual needs.
Build Quality
7.8
6.5
The MSI Creator M14 has good build quality, while the MSI Thin GF63 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
$1,150
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Creator M14 has a price of $1,500 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $1,150.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.3
6.9
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
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
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Thin GF63 is only fair.
The MSI Creator M14 typically has a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate which are crucial for smoother and more detailed gaming and 3D experiences. Meanwhile, the MSI Thin GF63, while still capable, offers more modest gaming performance and lower refresh rates, making it less ideal for intensive tasks but possibly more budget-friendly.
Battery
4.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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.
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 Thin GF63 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the MSI Creator M14 and the MSI Thin GF63 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Creator M14 | MSI Thin GF63 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $1,150 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | May 1, 2023 | |
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 i7-12650H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 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 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
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 | 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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Tom's Hardware
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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