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Updated March 22, 2024·
The MSI Creator M14 is more affordable and lighter, making it suitable for everyday use and basic creative tasks, while the MSI Titan GT77 is geared towards high-end performance for demanding tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, but it comes at a higher cost and with less portability due to its size and weight. If budget is a concern and you engage in general use or light creative work, the M14 is a good choice, but if performance is a priority and you need a machine for intensive tasks, the GT77 is preferable, despite being heavier and more expensive. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Titan GT77
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Best in class for gaming and AI
- Excellent for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Best in class overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.0
8.9
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Titan GT77 and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for general use, though the MSI Titan GT77 is somewhat better.
The MSI Creator M14 offers a balance of solid performance with its CPU and RAM, good screen quality for everyday tasks, and enhanced portability due to its lighter weight and longer battery life, making it suitable for general use. On the other hand, the MSI Titan GT77 provides top-tier performance and a high-quality display which is excellent for demanding applications, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life, still making it a powerful option for general use that requires more robust computing capabilities.
Gaming and AI
7.3
10.0
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator M14 is good.
The MSI Titan GT77 comes with a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, offering smoother and more immersive gaming and 3D experiences, while the MSI Creator M14, although capable, has a less advanced GPU and lower refresh rate, leading to good but not top-tier performance in those fields. Despite having a commendable CPU and screen quality, the Creator M14 doesn't match the Titan GT77 in these very important factors for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.4
10.0
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for engineering and design, while the MSI Creator M14 is very good.
The MSI Creator M14 offers an impressive balance with its capable CPU, adequate RAM, and high-quality screen, making it suitable for engineering and design tasks while maintaining some degree of portability. On the other hand, the MSI Titan GT77 boasts a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and a superior GPU, delivering top-notch performance for the most demanding engineering applications, but it is less portable and may have more operating noise due to its high-powered components.
Content Creation
8.0
9.1
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent for content creation, while the MSI Creator M14 is very 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
9.1
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent 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.
Screen Quality
7.5
9.7
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
The MSI Titan GT77 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 has a vibrant, sharp display with ample brightness, while its moderate resolution and panel type provide a comfortable viewing experience ideal for everyday tasks. Engineers and designers will appreciate the high color accuracy and broad color gamuts (such as DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB) on the MSI Titan GT77, which ensure that what they design is represented with precise hues and shades. Gamers and 3D enthusiasts, however, might find both laptops lacking due to their lower refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth, fast-paced action, even though they may still offer decent resolution and panel quality.
Portability
Good
Poor
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
7.2 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI Creator M14 has good portability, while the MSI Titan GT77 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.5
The MSI Titan GT77 has 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.
Cost
$1,500
$6,975
$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 Titan GT77 costs $6,975.
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Battery
4.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan GT77 has 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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How the MSI Creator M14 and the MSI Titan GT77 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Creator M14 | MSI Titan GT77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $6,975 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | 15.6'' x 13'' x 0.91'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.53 lbs | 7.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.39" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 12.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13620H | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 602 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 5.6/10 | |
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 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Andreas Osthoff | February 2023
"The MSI Titan GT77 HX 13V is the utimate gaming laptop with RTX 4090 & Core i9-13950HX. The new MSI Titan GT77 will most likely only reach a very small group of users due to the high price, but it is still an impressive showcase of what is possible. The high-end gamer combines the best components you can currently get in almost every regard and it is a very good overall package, which does not have to hide behind full-fledged desktop systems."
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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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