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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI GF63 Thin offers decent performance and gaming capabilities with a dedicated Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics card, but with less portability and battery life compared to the MSI Prestige 14, which has better screen quality and color coverage, more storage, and more RAM for improved multitasking and general performance. The Prestige 14 is also lighter and has a longer battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go use and productivity tasks. If you need a laptop primarily for gaming, the GF63 Thin might be more suitable, but for general and business use with occasional light gaming, the Prestige 14 would be a better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 14.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
- Good speakers
Key differences
General Use
6.0
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
249.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
4.2 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 14 outshines the GF63 Thin in general use, thanks to a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and a higher quality screen that displays colors more accurately and brightly, enhancing the experience during everyday tasks. Coupled with its lighter weight and longer battery life, the Prestige 14 offers better portability and usability for those on the go, albeit typically at a higher price point compared to the GF63 Thin which might be more budget-friendly.
Engineering and Design
6.0
7.1
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 14 is better suited for engineering and design tasks due to its higher RAM capacity, newer CPU, and superior integrated GPU, as well as its better screen quality indicated by a higher brightness and color space coverage, which are essential for detailed design work.
Content Creation
6.0
7.5
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for content creation, while the MSI GF63 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
6.0
7.3
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for software development, while the MSI GF63 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
6.1
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
249.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The MSI GF63 Thin's screen is adequate for everyday tasks due to its satisfactory resolution and brightness, but it is not ideal for engineering and design because it lacks wide color coverage. MSI Prestige 14 offers a better visual experience for general use and professional design work because it has a higher resolution, brighter display, and more accurate colors essential for those fields. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications as they don't have high refresh rates, which are crucial to keep motion smooth and graphics crisp in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
4.2 Hours
8.5 Hours
The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 has 8.5 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
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 has very good portability, while the MSI GF63 Thin has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.4
The MSI Prestige 14 has good build quality, while the MSI GF63 Thin has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$599
$1,040
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The MSI GF63 Thin has a price of $599 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $1,040.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.2
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI GF63 Thin is fair for gaming and 3D applications primarily because of its Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU, which, despite being from an earlier generation, still handles such tasks adequately, but its screen refresh rate and quality are limited, affecting gaming performance.
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How the MSI GF63 Thin and the MSI Prestige 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI GF63 Thin | MSI Prestige 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $1,040 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.1 lbs | 2.84 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-10300H | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.25 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 53.8 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 249 nits | 313 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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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Collin Probst | September 2022
"The MSI Prestige 14” is excellent for productivity and business use cases, but it is not ideal for creators or visual content editors. The Prestige was able to power through days of email, spreadsheets, and text documents without breaking a sweat and was a joy to use. The additional ports were a breath of fresh air, as most laptops seem to be moving towards just Thunderbolt ports. The security options made signing in effortless, with two quick, more secure, and faster options than even the most complex alphanumeric passcode."
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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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