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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Cyborg 15 offers better performance for 3D tasks, machine learning, and gaming due to its advanced GPU. The GF65 Thin, although not as powerful in graphics, is slightly more portable. Both have similar sized screens and weights, but the GF65 Thin has a bit better build quality and may have a slightly longer battery life. Choose the Cyborg 15 for higher performance in specialized tasks like gaming or engineering software, but consider the GF65 Thin if you want something that's a bit cheaper and more well-rounded for everyday use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Cyborg 15
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI GF65 Thin
- The MSI GF65 Thin has no clear advantages over the MSI Cyborg 15.
Key differences
General Use
7.3
6.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
234.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for general use, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Cyborg 15 is equipped with a more powerful CPU and a better GPU for handling intensive tasks compared to the MSI GF65 Thin, which makes it more suitable for varied general use. Additionally, the Cyborg 15 offers longer battery life and newer software with Windows 11 Home as opposed to the GF65 Thin's Windows 10 Home, further positioning the Cyborg 15 as a better choice for most users.
Engineering and Design
7.5
6.7
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Cyborg 15 is equipped with a more powerful CPU and GPU than the MSI GF65 Thin, which translates to better performance for engineering and design applications where processing and graphics rendering are crucial. While both laptops have similar screen sizes and qualities, the Cyborg's newer components make it more suitable for demanding tasks, though it might be slightly heavier and therefore less portable compared to the GF65 Thin.
Content Creation
7.5
6.8
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for content creation, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
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
7.2
6.3
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for software development, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
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
6.8
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
234.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The MSI Cyborg 15 has a better screen than the MSI GF65 Thin for software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the MSI Cyborg 15 and MSI GF65 Thin have screens that provide adequate resolution and brightness, but may not offer the panel quality that some users look for in terms of color accuracy and viewing angles. In engineering and design, the fair screen quality stems from being sufficient for detail-oriented work, but their limited color gamut coverage could affect professionals who need precise color representation for their projects. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these laptops can hinder the smooth visual experience that is often critical for fast-paced games and rendering 3D environments.
Battery
7.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The MSI Cyborg 15 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The MSI GF65 Thin 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.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
7.2
6.8
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Cyborg 15 to be good for gaming and AI, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Cyborg 15 is more suitable for gaming and 3D applications because it includes a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card that provides better performance compared to the Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card found in the MSI GF65 Thin. Although both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, the superior GPU in the Cyborg 15 makes it a better choice for graphics-intensive tasks.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI GF65 Thin and MSI Cyborg 15 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7
6.7
The MSI Cyborg 15 and MSI GF65 Thin both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,100
$1,100
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The MSI Cyborg 15 has a price of $1,100 and the MSI GF65 Thin costs $1,100.
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How the MSI Cyborg 15 and the MSI GF65 Thin compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Cyborg 15 | MSI GF65 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $1,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.9'' x 0.9'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.37 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.86" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12650H | Intel i5-10500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 234 nits | 262 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.3/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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MSI Cyborg 15
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Sascha Mölck | April 2023
"The focus of the MSI Cyborg 15 lies on a compromise of performance, mobility, and power consumption. Due to the reduced performance settings, the CPU and GPU perform below their capabilities. Nonetheless, their computing power is still sufficient for FHD gaming at high to maximum settings even then. The power consumption, which is low for a gaming laptop, can be translated into a good battery life. Realistic values of 7 to 8 h are still possible, despite the relatively small battery capacity of 53.5 Wh. Unfortunately the USB-C port doesn't offer any support for Power Delivery, which would be a sensible feature in the case of the Cyborg."
MSI GF65 Thin
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Allen Ngo | March 2021
"The MSI GF65 Thin offers a GeForce RTX 3060 on a budget. The MSI GF65 is a relatively inexpensive RTX 3060 laptop and, perhaps not coincidentally, it also comes with a slower-than-average RTX 3060 GPU. Other laptops we've tested thus far with the same GPU are about 10 to 15 percent faster. CPU performance is also slightly slower than average unless if users decide to enable Cooler Boost mode. Colors, black-white response times, Thunderbolt, and DisplayPort are either average or completely omitted. Gamers who want to maximize performance-per-dollar without sacrificing RAM or SSD upgradeability will find the lightweight MSI GF65 attractive."
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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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