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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI GF63 Thin is a more affordable option suitable for general use and lightweight gaming, with decent battery life and good portability due to its lighter weight. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 18 is priced at the high end with superior performance for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering tasks, though it comes with a heavier build and consumes more battery power. If budget is a concern and your tasks are not heavily demanding, the MSI GF63 Thin could serve you well, whereas if performance is paramount and the price is not a primary concern, the Razer Blade 18 stands out as a powerful choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- Good portability
Advantages of the Razer Blade 18
- 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
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.0
8.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
249.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
524.0 nits
4.2 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.1/10
The Razer Blade 18 is very good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI GF63 Thin handles general use adequately with its older Intel i5 processor and 8GB of RAM; its screen and portability are good, but it has a short battery life. In contrast, the Razer Blade 18 excels in general use with a powerful Intel i9 processor, ample 32GB of RAM, superior screen quality with higher resolution and better colors, though it is less portable due to being heavier and having a larger screen.
Gaming and AI
6.0
8.9
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
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
7.2/10
The Razer Blade 18 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI GF63 Thin is fair for gaming and 3D applications with a less powerful Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU and a display that refreshes at 60 times per second, while the Razer Blade 18 excels in these areas due to its more advanced Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a much faster screen refresh rate of 240 times per second. Additionally, the Razer Blade 18 benefits from a more robust CPU and higher screen quality, which further contribute to its superior gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
6.0
9.3
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Razer Blade 18 is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Razer Blade 18 boasts a substantially higher-end CPU, significantly more RAM and a more powerful GPU than the MSI GF63 Thin, which dramatically enhances performance especially for complex engineering and design tasks that demand more computing power. Furthermore, the Razer Blade 18 displays superior screen quality with a higher resolution and increased color accuracy, which is critical for precision in design work, even though it is less portable and potentially noisier under load compared to the lighter MSI GF63 Thin.
Content Creation
6.0
8.6
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 18 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
8.5
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 18 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
8.9
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
249.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
524.0 nits
The Razer Blade 18 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 display offers adequate resolution and brightness for daily tasks and software applications typical in general use, but its color range may not be as wide or accurate, making it less ideal for color-sensitive engineering and design work. The Razer Blade 18, with a high-resolution screen that boasts strong color accuracy and a wide color gamut, excels for engineering and design tasks that demand precise color reproduction. However, both laptops have limitations for gaming and 3D applications due to lower refresh rates, which can hinder the smooth visual experience needed for fast-paced visual content.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
18.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
6.6 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI GF63 Thin has good portability, while the Razer Blade 18 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
8.5
The Razer Blade 18 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
$10
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The MSI GF63 Thin has a price of $599 and the Razer Blade 18 costs $10.
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Battery
4.2 Hours
4.0 Hours
The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 18 has 4 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.
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How the MSI GF63 Thin and the Razer Blade 18 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI GF63 Thin | Razer Blade 18 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $10 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | 15.7'' x 10.8'' x 0.86'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.1 lbs | 6.68 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 15.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 10.8" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-10300H | Intel i9-13950HX | |
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 | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 91.7 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 | 524 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 6.2/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1440p | |
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 | 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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MSI GF63 Thin
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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."
Razer Blade 18
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Matthew Buzzi | March 2023
"Razer made a powerful laptop in the Blade 18, showing off a beautiful and fast display and the same high-quality build we’ve come to expect from this product line. It’s also quite expensive, which is hardly a surprise, but bears repeating even in this price range. It’s pricier than the Scar 18 despite an inferior GPU and half the storage, so you really have to want the Blade 18’s design to justify the cost."
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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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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