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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI GF63 Thin is significantly less expensive, lighter on your wallet, and provides solid performance for general use with a decent graphics card. However, if superior gaming and 3D rendering capabilities are a priority, the MSI GF65 Thin, while more expensive, comes equipped with a higher-end graphics card and better overall performance, which may be worth the investment for those who need the extra power. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the MSI GF65 Thin.
Advantages of the MSI GF65 Thin
- The MSI GF65 Thin has no clear advantages over the MSI GF63 Thin.
Key differences
General Use
6.0
6.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
249.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
4.2 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The MSI GF65 Thin and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for general use, though the MSI GF65 Thin is somewhat better.
The MSI GF63 Thin has an older CPU and a weaker GPU compared to the MSI GF65 Thin, meaning the GF63 may not handle tasks as efficiently or run graphics as smoothly. However, both laptops share the same moderate amount of RAM, screen quality, along with similar portability and battery life which makes them fair choices for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.8
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI GF65 Thin and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI GF65 Thin 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
6.0
6.7
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI GF65 Thin and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for engineering and design, though the MSI GF65 Thin is somewhat better.
The MSI GF63 Thin has a less powerful CPU and GPU combination (Intel i5-10300H and Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q) which might not handle engineering and design tasks as efficiently as the MSI GF65 Thin, which is equipped with a more robust CPU and significantly better GPU (Intel i5-10500H and Nvidia RTX 3060) allowing for improved performance in demanding applications. Both laptops have similar screen qualities and portability factors, but the GF65 Thin's superior hardware gives it an edge for more intensive use, while the GF63 Thin may struggle with heavier workloads despite being adequate for general tasks.
Content Creation
6.0
6.8
4.3/10
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 GF65 Thin and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for content creation, though the MSI GF65 Thin is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
6.1
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
249.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The MSI GF65 Thin has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, laptops like the MSI GF63 and GF65 Thin, with their average panel type, resolution, and brightness, offer adequate display clarity and comfort for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. However, when it comes to engineering and design, these models may fall short for professionals who require a wide color gamut to ensure color accuracy for their projects. For gaming and 3D applications, the refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth motion and responsiveness, is not a strong suit for these laptops, making them less ideal for high-frame-rate gaming or intensive 3D rendering.
Cost
$599
$1,100
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The MSI GF63 Thin has a price of $599 and the MSI GF65 Thin costs $1,100.
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Key similarities
Software Development
6.0
6.3
4.3/10
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 GF65 Thin and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair 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.
Battery
4.2 Hours
4.5 Hours
The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI GF63 Thin and MSI GF65 Thin both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
6.7
The MSI GF65 Thin and MSI GF63 Thin both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the MSI GF63 Thin and the MSI GF65 Thin compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI GF63 Thin | MSI GF65 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $1,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | January 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.1 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-10300H | Intel i5-10500H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.25 Hours | 4.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 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 | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 249 nits | 262 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 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 | 8/10 | 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 | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Florian Glaser | January 2020
"If you leave aside the meagre port selection (no card reader, no DisplayPort, no Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.1 Gen2), the fan control that could be improved (idle mode!) and the relatively dark and slow display, the MSI GF63 Thin 9SC does not have any major weaknesses. The 15-inch gamer is compact, has a low weight and offers a good price-to-performance ratio, which should please gamers that are looking for both a portable and an affordable gaming notebook. Input devices, battery life, case quality and performance are all appropriate for this purchase price."
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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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