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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI GF63 Thin is less expensive and offers a dedicated graphics card which is suitable for gaming or 3D tasks, but it has less storage and a lower-quality screen compared to the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360. The Samsung model is more expensive but comes with better performance for engineering or machine learning due to its latest processor, more RAM, and a touchscreen OLED display which makes it great for general use with better visuals and interactivity. The Samsung also boasts a significantly longer battery life, making it more portable and suitable for on-the-go use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360.
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Very good portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
6.0
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
249.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
4.2 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.6/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has a better CPU and more RAM which provides smoother performance for general use, along with a superior OLED touchscreen that offers a more vibrant display and longer battery life than the MSI GF63 Thin, adding to its suitability for diverse tasks and portable convenience.
Engineering and Design
6.0
7.6
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 is good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 offers better performance for engineering and design use due to its higher-end CPU, double the RAM, and a superior OLED touchscreen that's beneficial for detailed visual work, while the MSI GF63 Thin, although capable, is limited by its older generation processor, half the RAM, and IPS screen without touch capability. Additionally, the Galaxy Book3 360's more modern components and lighter weight make it more portable, but the MSI laptop's gaming-focused GPU could be advantageous for specific engineering applications that benefit from dedicated graphics power.
Content Creation
6.0
7.8
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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
7.7
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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
7.7
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
249.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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 has a display that provides adequate resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks, but it lacks the wide color gamuts needed for precise engineering and design work, and its lower refresh rate hampers the smooth visuals critical for immersive gaming and 3D applications. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, on the other hand, boasts a high-resolution, bright screen that enhances general use and brings color accuracy for professional design tasks, yet it falls short for gaming and 3D content due to its lower refresh rate. In essence, while both laptops are equipped for casual and professional use, neither is optimized for the high refresh rate demands of gaming or 3D modeling.
Battery
4.2 Hours
10.0 Hours
The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 has 10 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
15.6in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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
7.8
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 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
$1,050
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The MSI GF63 Thin has a price of $599 and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 costs $1,050.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.4
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
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
9.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI GF63 Thin, with its Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics, outperforms the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics in the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360, granting it an edge in gaming and 3D tasks. Both laptops have a standard screen refresh rate, which is adequate for many gaming scenarios, but won't deliver the superior smoothness of higher-rated gaming displays.
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How the MSI GF63 Thin and the Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI GF63 Thin | Samsung Galaxy Book3 360 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $1,050 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | March 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | 14'' x 9'' x 0.54'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.1 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 13.99" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 8.98" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-10300H | Intel i7-1360P | |
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 | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 61.1 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | OLED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 249 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 8.7/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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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Adam Speight | July 2023
"The Samsung Galaxy Book 3 360 isn’t a laptop that the Korean manufacturer has shouted from the rooftops about, and it seems to have gotten little attention from anywhere. But, it is absolutely a laptop worth paying attention to. Compared to higher-priced devices, like the Dell XPS 13 (2022) and Asus Zenbook S 13 OLED (2023), it manages to offer a similar day-to-day experience despite the price difference. It’s really hard to justify the extra cash unless a boosted display is a requirement of yours."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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