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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI GF63 Thin is a gaming-oriented laptop with a dedicated Nvidia graphics card, making it suitable for gaming and other graphics-intensive tasks. However, it is heavier and has a shorter battery life compared to the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s. The ThinkBook 13s, on the other hand, has a more powerful processor, double the storage capacity, and improved RAM, which contributes to better overall performance for general use and engineering tasks. It also features a higher-resolution display, touchscreen capability, and a longer battery life. If portability and battery life are crucial for you, the ThinkBook 13s is a better option, while the GF63 Thin is better suited for gaming and intensive graphical needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- The MSI GF63 Thin has no clear advantages over the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s.
Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s
- 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
- Excellent portability
- Good battery life
- Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
6.0
7.8
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
249.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
4.2 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s provides a more powerful CPU, double the RAM, and a higher-resolution touchscreen display than the MSI GF63 Thin, offering better performance and screen quality which are crucial for general use. Additionally, the ThinkBook 13s has a longer battery life and is significantly lighter, making it more portable, although it comes at a higher price point compared to the MSI GF63 Thin which offers a dedicated graphics card, useful for gaming but less influential for typical general use tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.0
7.5
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s is good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The MSI GF63 Thin has a lower-tier CPU and GPU, less RAM, and a lower resolution screen which makes it fair for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has a higher-tier CPU, more RAM, and a higher resolution touch-enabled screen, enhancing its capability for these tasks. Despite the MSI's dedicated GPU, the superior overall specifications of the ThinkBook 13s, including the portability factor due to its smaller size and lighter weight, contribute to it being considered good for engineering and design.
Content Creation
6.0
7.8
4.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
7.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
7.2
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
249.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
336.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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 adequate resolution and brightness, provides a satisfactory display for everyday tasks and work-related software, but its limited color range and ordinary refresh rate lead to a less vibrant experience for engineering applications and a less smooth gaming and 3D graphics experience. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s, with its brighter and higher resolution panel, delivers a sharper and more colorful view for both daily activities and professional design work, though its standard refresh rate isn't ideal for the high demands of gaming or 3D content creation. Therefore, while both laptops can handle general use and professional tasks well, neither is optimized for the graphics performance required by high-end gaming and real-time 3D simulations.
Battery
4.2 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 hours of battery life. The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has 8 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
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.9 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s has excellent portability, while the MSI GF63 Thin has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5
7.6
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s 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
$1,000
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The MSI GF63 Thin has a price of $599 and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s costs $1,000.
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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
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.3/10
The Lenovo ThinkBook 13s and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI GF63 Thin, with an Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics card and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, offers decent gaming and 3D capabilities. In comparison, the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s uses an integrated Intel Iris Xe GPU and also has a 60Hz refresh rate; it matches the MSI in gaming and 3D performance, potentially benefiting from a newer processor but is limited by its less powerful integrated graphics.
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How the MSI GF63 Thin and the Lenovo ThinkBook 13s compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI GF63 Thin | Lenovo ThinkBook 13s |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $1,000 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2019 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | 11.7'' x 8.3'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.1 lbs | 2.9 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 11.7" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.99" | 8.3" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-10300H | Intel i7-1260P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.25 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 56 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 13.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 249 nits | 336 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | 0 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
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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Monica Chin | July 2021
"The best thing about the ThinkBook 13S is that it’s a good deal. Business buyers looking for ThinkPad-level performance and software without ThinkPad pricing will probably find the ThinkBook a solid option. While nothing about it is really spectacular, it’s certainly unusual to see the ThinkBook’s screen resolution at a sub-$1,000 price, and its performance will be more than adequate for most office tasks. The generous port selection, 16:10 aspect ratio, physical webcam shutter, and clear audio are certainly icing on the cake."
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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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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