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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Creator Z16P is better suited for engineering, 3D rendering, machine learning, and intensive gaming due to a more powerful processor and graphics card. In contrast, the Razer Book 13 offers greater portability and a longer battery life, making it a fine choice for general use, particularly if mobility and long usage away from power outlets are priorities. The Razer Book also comes with a higher-quality build and scores better in heat management and fan noise, which can be important if a quiet and comfortable working environment is a concern. On the other hand, if screen size and color accuracy are vital, the MSI's larger, brighter display with higher color coverage provides a more vivid and detailed viewing experience for creative work. Both laptops are similarly priced, so your decision should be based on whether you prioritize performance and display for demanding tasks or portability and comfort for everyday use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Creator Z16P
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the Razer Book 13
- Excellent portability
- Excellent battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6
6.2
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator Z16P is good for gaming and AI, while the Razer Book 13 is only fair.
The MSI Creator Z16P is preferred for gaming and 3D because it has a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, which are very important for these tasks. In comparison, the Razer Book 13 has a less capable integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU and a standard refresh rate, making it less ideal for demanding gaming and 3D applications despite having a good quality display.
Engineering and Design
8.3
7.1
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Creator Z16P is very good for engineering and design, while the Razer Book 13 is good.
The MSI Creator Z16P offers superior performance for engineering and design due to its high-end Intel i9 processor and Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics, coupled with a high-quality screen, making it very good for demanding tasks, while the Razer Book 13, with its Intel i7 processor and integrated graphics, provides good performance in a more portable package with a smaller, but still high-quality screen, suitable for less intensive engineering and design work. While both have enough RAM for engineering and design software, the MSI has a better GPU and screen quality crucial for graphics-intensive tasks, whereas the Razer Book prioritizes portability and has higher speaker and operating noise quality.
Screen Quality
8.3
7.3
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
394.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
The MSI Creator Z16P has a better screen than the Razer Book 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, the MSI Creator Z16P offers a crisp and bright display with high resolution, making it excellent for daily tasks and media consumption, while the Razer Book 13, with a slightly lower brightness and resolution, still provides a clear and vibrant image. The MSI excels in engineering and design thanks to its superior color coverage, essential for accuracy in visual-heavy work, whereas the Razer Book, with good but less extensive color gamut, is still adequate for most design tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the MSI's lower refresh rate may not be as smooth or responsive as gaming-dedicated displays, and while the Razer also has a standard refresh rate, both fall short for fast-paced gaming where higher refresh rates are key.
Battery
5.0 Hours
14.0 Hours
The MSI Creator Z16P has 5 hours of battery life. The Razer Book 13 has 14 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
Excellent
16.0in
SIZE
13.4in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.0 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Book 13 has excellent portability, while the MSI Creator Z16P has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
7.6
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
394.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
507.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
14.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Creator Z16P and Razer Book 13 are both good for general use.
The MSI Creator Z16P is well suited for general use due to its high-performance CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and demanding applications, along with a high-quality screen, although its heavier weight and lower battery life compared to the Razer Book 13 make it less portable. The Razer Book 13, on the other hand, offers great portability with its lighter weight and longer battery life, along with a good quality screen and sufficient RAM for general tasks, but it has a less powerful CPU than the MSI Creator Z16P, which might not be as efficient for extremely demanding workloads.
Content Creation
7.9
7.6
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator Z16P and Razer Book 13 are both 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
7.6
7.5
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
5.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator Z16P and Razer Book 13 are both good for software development.
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
8.0
8.5
The Razer Book 13 and MSI Creator Z16P both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,300
$1,389
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Creator Z16P has a price of $1,300 and the Razer Book 13 costs $1,389.
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How the MSI Creator Z16P and the Razer Book 13 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Creator Z16P | Razer Book 13 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,389 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | April 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.75'' | 11.6'' x 7.8'' x 0.6'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.27 lbs | 3.09 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 11.64" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 7.81" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | Intel i7-1165G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 14 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 55 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 13.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 394 nits | 507 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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MSI Creator Z16P
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Mario Petzold | June 2022
"There's almost nothing left to be desired with the MSI Z16P. The creator laptop offers enormous performance resources for image editing, video editing, rendering, and more. All this is presented on a precalibrated, adequately sized, and high-resolution display. Its color space, refresh rate, and panel technology are also perfectly suited for a device that specializes in video reproduction and editing."
Razer Book 13
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Allen Ngo | December 2020
"The Razer Book is like an XPS 13, but faster. The Book 13 combines the design philosophy and performance of a Blade Stealth with the 16:10 display of a Dell XPS 13 for an impressive piece of hardware. Office users who want something more stylish than the typical Dell, HP or Lenovo will certainly find themselves drawn to this Razer subnotebook. If your priorities are to have the best-looking and fastest 13-inch laptop in the office over auxiliary features, however, then the Book 13 proudly fulfills that niche."
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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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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