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Updated March 22, 2024·
When considering the MSI GF63 Thin and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, if you're looking for affordability and basic tasks, the GF63 Thin is a solid pick due to its lower price. However, if you require high-performance capabilities for activities such as advanced gaming, 3D rendering, or intensive engineering software, the Stealth 18 AI Studio, while more expensive, will offer significantly better performance. The Stealth model usually also has superior build quality and features, such as a better display, which might be important if you're doing graphic design or video editing. The tradeoff is that the GF63 Thin is likely lighter and more portable, which could be important if you travel frequently or commute with your laptop. Additionally, battery life tends to be longer in less powerful laptops like the GF63 Thin, beneficial for all-day use without charging. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.0
8.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
249.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
4.2 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI GF63 Thin offers a balance of affordability and essential features for everyday tasks, with decent CPU, adequate RAM, and reasonable portability, although it may compromise on screen quality and battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, with its superior CPU and RAM, exceptional screen quality, and robust battery life, excels in performance and visuals, but it comes at a higher price and less portability due to its size and weight.
Gaming and AI
6.0
8.9
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI GF63 Thin, being designed for entry to mid-level gaming, offers a decent GPU that supports casual gaming experiences but it lacks the higher screen refresh rates that provide smoother visuals, making it less ideal for intensive gaming or professional 3D work. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio boasts a more advanced GPU and higher refresh rates which are crucial for providing the seamless and immersive visuals required for high-end gaming and detailed 3D rendering, plus it likely has a more powerful CPU and better screen quality contributing to its overall superior performance for these tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.0
9.1
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI GF63 Thin has lower CPU, RAM, and GPU capabilities which makes it suitable but not optimal for demanding tasks like engineering and design, whereas the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, with higher-end CPU, substantial RAM, and advanced GPU, handles these tasks with ease and provides a better screen quality for fine details. However, the GF63 Thin gains an edge in portability and is likely quieter, which could be appealing for use on the go or in quieter environments, though it may come with a less impressive keyboard and speakers compared to the Stealth 18 AI Studio.
Content Creation
6.0
8.5
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very 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
8.2
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very 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
8.4
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
249.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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, with its fair screen quality, offers a satisfactory viewing experience for general tasks due to adequate resolution and brightness, but it lacks the color range crucial for detailed engineering and design work. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio excels in screen quality for general use and engineering, providing a vibrant and accurate color display with high resolution and brightness, essential for precision in creative tasks. However, both laptops fall short for 3D and gaming, primarily because they do not offer the high refresh rates required for smooth visuals in fast-paced environments.
Battery
4.2 Hours
6.0 Hours
The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has 6 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
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI GF63 Thin has good portability, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
8.0
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has very 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
$2,900
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The MSI GF63 Thin has a price of $599 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
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How the MSI GF63 Thin and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI GF63 Thin | MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $2,900 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | 15.8'' x 11.4'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.1 lbs | 6.15 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 15.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 11.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-10300H | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.25 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 18" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 249 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
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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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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