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Updated January 12, 2024·
The MSI GF63 Thin is designed for better performance with its more powerful processor and graphics, making it suitable for intensive tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, and machine learning. However, it comes with a heftier price tag and is heavier, which may affect portability. On the other hand, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is more budget-friendly, lighter, and offers longer battery life, making it more suitable for general use and carrying around, but it may struggle with demanding applications due to its less powerful hardware. Consider your primary use and whether portability or high performance is your priority. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.1
5.8
15.6in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
249.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The MSI GF63 Thin has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI GF63 Thin offers an acceptable display for everyday tasks due to its adequate resolution and brightness, but for engineering and design, the limited color range might not provide the accuracy needed for detailed work. Its lower refresh rate also means it's not ideal for gaming and 3D applications that benefit from smoother visuals. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a display that might fall short on sharpness and vibrancy for any use, struggles further with color-sensitive tasks, and offers a less immersive gaming and 3D experience due to a basic refresh rate.
Battery
4.2 Hours
7.0 Hours
The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
14.1in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 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
5.1
The MSI GF63 Thin has only fair build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$599
$350
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The MSI GF63 Thin has a price of $599 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
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Key similarities
General Use
6.0
5.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
249.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
4.2 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to be only fair for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI GF63 Thin is better suited for general use than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" because it has a faster CPU, more RAM, and a higher quality dedicated graphics unit, which translates to smoother operation and better handling of multitasking and light gaming. On the other hand, the Cloudbook 14" offers superior portability and longer battery life but falls short with its weaker CPU, less RAM, and integrated graphics, making it less capable for demanding tasks and more suitable for basic applications and browsing.
Gaming and AI
6.0
5.5
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
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
8.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to be only fair for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI GF63 Thin provides fair gaming and 3D performance primarily because it includes a dedicated Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics unit and a standard screen refresh rate, which are suitable for gaming needs. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor gaming and 3D capabilities due to its integrated Intel UHD Graphics 600, which is much less powerful for these tasks despite having a similar screen refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
6.0
5.5
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to be only fair for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI GF63 Thin, with a more advanced Intel i5 processor and Nvidia graphics, offers sufficient power and performance for engineering and design tasks compared to the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", which has a basic Intel Celeron processor and integrated graphics, making it less capable for such demanding applications. Additionally, the MSI has double the RAM and a much better GPU, both of which are crucial for running engineering software smoothly, whereas the Packard Bell's lower RAM and weaker graphics significantly limit its performance in these areas.
Content Creation
6.0
5.9
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to be only fair for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.9
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to be only fair for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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.
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How the MSI GF63 Thin and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI GF63 Thin | Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $350 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | 14.8'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.1 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 14.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 9.56" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-10300H | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.25 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14.1" | |
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 | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
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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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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