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Updated January 12, 2024·
The MSI Thin GF63 usually costs more but offers better features, including a newer, faster processor, more storage space, and better graphics capability with a higher refresh rate screen, which is desirable for intensive tasks and gaming. However, if you're on a tighter budget and your tasks are more general or less demanding, the MSI GF63 Thin provides a balance between cost and performance though with less storage and an older processor. Both laptops have similar battery life, build, but with a focus on performance and future-proofing, the MSI Thin GF63 could be valuable despite the higher price. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the MSI Thin GF63.
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
Key differences
General Use
6.0
7.4
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 Thin GF63 is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI GF63 Thin is rated fair for general use owing to its older i5 processor, less RAM, and a standard screen quality; it also has fewer storage options than its peer. In contrast, the MSI Thin GF63, considered good for general use, features a newer and more powerful i7 processor, double the RAM, and a higher quality display, contributing to a better overall user experience despite sharing similar portability and battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.9
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
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
8.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Thin GF63 is somewhat better.
The MSI GF63 Thin, equipped with an Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU and a 60Hz screen refresh rate, provides fair gaming and 3D performance, which may not be as smooth for fast-paced games. In contrast, the MSI Thin GF63, with its higher-end Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a faster 144Hz screen refresh rate, offers good gaming and 3D performance, leading to smoother visuals and gameplay suitable for more demanding games.
Engineering and Design
6.0
7.5
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Thin GF63 is good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI GF63 Thin with an older i5 processor, less RAM, and a lower tier graphics card is fair for engineering and design use, while the MSI Thin GF63, featuring a more recent i7 processor, double the RAM, and a more powerful graphics card, provides enhanced capabilities that make it good for such tasks. Additionally, the latter's newer GPU supports hardware ray tracing which can be beneficial for 3D design and rendering applications.
Content Creation
6.0
7.4
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Thin GF63 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
7.2
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 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
6.8
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 Thin GF63 has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize affordability and basic tasks, the MSI GF63 Thin's display will do the job for general use, though the screen may not be as sharp or vibrant as premium models. For engineering and design tasks, the same display may lack the wide color range professionals need for precise color work. However, gamers and 3D designers may find the lower refresh rate limits the smoothness of fast-moving visuals, which is crucial for an immersive experience.
Cost
$599
$1,150
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The MSI GF63 Thin has a price of $599 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $1,150.
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Battery
4.2 Hours
4.5 Hours
The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 hours of battery life. The MSI Thin GF63 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 Thin GF63 both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
6.5
The MSI GF63 Thin and MSI Thin GF63 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 Thin GF63 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI GF63 Thin | MSI Thin GF63 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $1,150 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | May 1, 2023 | |
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 i7-12650H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 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 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 8/10 | |
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 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
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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Charles Jeffries | November 2022
"The MSI GF63 Thin 11SC can be an admirable value for gamers and power users on a minimal budget. For just $599 as reviewed in its base model, its Intel Core i5 H-class processor and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 graphics perform much better than low-wattage CPUs and integrated graphics. That said, this is a light-class gaming laptop. Low scores in our demanding gaming benchmarks indicate using lower visual-quality settings will be required for playable 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.
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