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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Cyborg 15 is less expensive and offers strong performance, suitable for gaming and general use with a high refresh rate screen and hardware ray tracing. However, the Razer Blade 14, while more expensive, provides higher resolution, better screen colors, and a more portable and premium build. If price is a concern and you need a laptop for general use and gaming, the MSI is a solid option. But if you prioritize higher-quality display, better build, more portability, and can invest more, the Razer Blade 14 is a better choice, especially for tasks like 3D rendering and machine learning. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Cyborg 15
- The MSI Cyborg 15 has no clear advantages over the Razer Blade 14.
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3
8.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
234.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
328.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
9.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.2/10
The Razer Blade 14 is very good for general use, while the MSI Cyborg 15 is good.
The Razer Blade 14 outshines the MSI Cyborg 15 for general use with a higher-resolution screen that offers superior color coverage, a more powerful CPU, and more RAM, which collectively provide smoother and faster performance. Additionally, the Razer Blade 14 boasts a longer battery life and a more portable form factor, making it a more practical choice for users who prioritize mobility and extended use away from a power source.
Gaming and AI
7.2
7.9
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Razer Blade 14 and MSI Cyborg 15 are both good for gaming and AI, though the Razer Blade 14 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
7.5
8.4
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 14 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Cyborg 15 is good.
The Razer Blade 14 is considered very good for engineering and design due to its more powerful AMD Ryzen 9 processor, double the RAM, an advanced NVIDIA RTX 3070 Ti GPU, and a higher resolution screen compared to the MSI Cyborg 15 which has a capable Intel i7 processor and NVIDIA RTX 4060 GPU, but with only half the RAM and a lower resolution display, making it simply good for such tasks. While the Cyborg 15 offers a larger screen size, which can be beneficial for design work, the Blade 14 provides better portability and superior screen quality, appealing to professionals who prioritize mobility without compromising on visual clarity and performance.
Content Creation
7.5
8.1
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 14 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Cyborg 15 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
7.2
7.9
8.7/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 14 and MSI Cyborg 15 are both good for software development, though the Razer Blade 14 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
6.8
8.0
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
234.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
328.0 nits
The Razer Blade 14 has a better screen than the MSI Cyborg 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the MSI Cyborg 15 provides adequate clarity and visibility with its resolution and brightness, but the Razer Blade 14 outshines with its superior display that makes colors pop and text sharp, improving the overall viewing experience. When it comes to engineering and design work, accurate color representation is key, and while the MSI Cyborg 15 covers the basics, the Razer Blade 14 offers a more comprehensive color range, ensuring that designers see more precise shades and tones. However, both the MSI Cyborg 15 and Razer Blade 14 fall short for 3D tasks and gaming that demand high refresh rates, meaning that despite their resolutions and panel types, they aren't the best fit for users looking for the smoothest visuals in fast-paced scenes.
Battery
7.5 Hours
9.5 Hours
The MSI Cyborg 15 has 7.5 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 has 9.5 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.9 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Blade 14 has very good portability, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7
8.5
The Razer Blade 14 has very good build quality, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,100
$1,965
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The MSI Cyborg 15 has a price of $1,100 and the Razer Blade 14 costs $1,965.
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How the MSI Cyborg 15 and the Razer Blade 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Cyborg 15 | Razer Blade 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,100 | $1,965 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.9'' x 0.9'' | 12.6'' x 8.7'' x 0.66'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.37 lbs | 3.92 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.15" | 12.59" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.86" | 8.66" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12650H | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7.5 Hours | 9.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 62 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 234 nits | 328 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.3/10 | 8.2/10 | |
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 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
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Allen Ngo | May 2022
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor 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.
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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