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Updated March 21, 2024·
The MSI Creator M14, being pricier, offers better performance for intensive tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or engineering software; however, the Packard Bell Cloudbook is more affordable and suitable for general use like web browsing and word processing. The MSI will likely have a shorter battery life due to its powerful components, whereas the Cloudbook is designed for longer use on a single charge but with lesser performance. For carrying around, the Cloudbook is lighter and more convenient, but if your work demands high computing power, the MSI is the better choice despite its greater weight and cost. 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
- 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 Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.0
5.7
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI Creator M14 offers a stronger CPU and more RAM, which translates to smoother multitasking and faster performance in daily tasks, along with a high-quality screen that is better for viewing and editing; it also balances portability and battery life adeptly. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", on the other hand, falls short with lower-tier CPU and less RAM, leading to sluggish performance, an inferior screen experience and potentially compromised battery duration, though it is lightweight and budget-friendly.
Gaming and AI
7.3
5.5
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI Creator M14 includes a stronger GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth gaming and 3D performance, whereas the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate, rendering it less capable for these tasks. Additionally, even though the CPU and screen quality also affect the experience, they are secondary to the GPU and refresh rate which are the primary drivers of performance in gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.4
5.5
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI Creator M14 comes equipped with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality GPU, all essential for the demanding tasks in engineering and design, along with a screen that showcases accurate colors and crisp details. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" may fall short in these areas, offering less processing power and weaker graphics capabilities, making it less suitable for such specialized tasks, even though it might be more lightweight and thus more portable.
Content Creation
8.0
5.9
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.9
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.8
14.0in
SIZE
14.1in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Creator M14 boasts a screen with higher resolution and brightness, making it clearer and more vibrant for everyday tasks, while also covering a wider color gamut, crucial for accurately rendering visuals in engineering and design work. However, its lower refresh rate is less optimal for 3D applications and gaming, where smoother motion is key. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook's display has lower resolution and brightness, and limited color coverage, translating to a less satisfactory visual experience across all mentioned applications.
Battery
4.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
5.1
The MSI Creator M14 has good build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$350
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Creator M14 has a price of $1,500 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.1in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" to have very good portability, while the MSI Creator M14 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the MSI Creator M14 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Creator M14 | Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $350 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | 14.8'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.53 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.39" | 14.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 9.56" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13620H | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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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