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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Modern 14 is much less expensive and lighter, making it more portable and suitable for general use with decent battery life, but it has modest performance capabilities due to its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and Vega 7 graphics. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth GS66, while much more expensive and heavier, offers significantly better performance with its Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics, making it well-suited for intensive engineering tasks, 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, despite its shorter battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Modern 14
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS66
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.0
7.8
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS66 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Modern 14 is only fair.
The MSI Stealth GS66 is better equipped for gaming and 3D tasks, offering a higher screen refresh rate and a more powerful GPU, which translate to smoother visuals and better performance in intensive applications, compared to the MSI Modern 14's modest GPU and lower refresh rate. While the Modern 14 will handle basic gaming and 3D work, those looking for high-end gaming or professional 3D work will benefit from the advanced capabilities of the GS66.
Engineering and Design
6.6
8.2
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS66 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Modern 14 is only fair.
The MSI Modern 14's combination of an AMD Ryzen 5 CPU, integrated Vega 7 graphics, and lower screen color coverage make it less suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks compared to the MSI Stealth GS66, which boasts a more powerful Intel i7 CPU and Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU along with higher screen color coverage, providing better performance and visual clarity for intricate work. Additionally, while the MSI Modern 14 is lighter and hence more portable, the MSI Stealth GS66 offers superior keyboard and speaker quality, though it is heavier and might be less convenient to carry around.
Content Creation
7.2
7.7
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth GS66 and MSI Modern 14 are both good for content creation, though the MSI Stealth GS66 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
6.4
8.1
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
311.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
The MSI Stealth GS66 has a better screen than the MSI Modern 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the MSI Modern 14 offers an adequate display with respectable resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks, but the MSI Stealth GS66 steps up with superior brightness and resolution, enhancing visibility and clarity. In the realm of engineering and design, the MSI Stealth GS66 takes the lead again with its wider color gamuts, providing more accurate and vibrant color representation which is crucial for detailed work. However, both models fall short for 3D applications, where the MSI Stealth GS66, despite having a good panel and resolution, still lacks the high refresh rate that's critical for smooth, immersive 3D experiences and gaming.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Modern 14 has very good portability, while the MSI Stealth GS66 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
8.0
The MSI Stealth GS66 has very good build quality, while the MSI Modern 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$525
$1,799
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The MSI Modern 14 has a price of $525 and the MSI Stealth GS66 costs $1,799.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
311.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS66 and MSI Modern 14 are both good for general use.
The MSI Modern 14 with its lighter weight and longer battery life is a good choice for general use, offering solid performance with its AMD processor for daily tasks, a quality IPS screen, and satisfactory portability. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth GS66 holds advantages in processing power with its Intel i7 chip and superior Nvidia graphics, making it suitable for general use that may include more demanding applications, though at the expense of greater weight and less battery life compared to the Modern 14.
Software Development
7.1
7.5
5.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS66 and MSI Modern 14 are both good for software development.
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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The MSI Modern 14 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth GS66 has 5.5 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.
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How the MSI Modern 14 and the MSI Stealth GS66 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI Modern 14 | MSI Stealth GS66 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$525 | $1,799 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2021 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.7'' x 0.63'' | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.08 lbs | 4.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.68" | 14.17" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.74" | 9.65" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 39 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 311 nits | 280 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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MSI Modern 14
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Alexander Tozzi, Ryan Lim, and John Peroramas | October 2023
"The MSI Modern 14 is okay for school use. It's very compact, so it's easy to carry around. It has a sharp display, a spacious keyboard, and a reasonably large touchpad. Its Intel 13th Gen CPU and integrated graphics can handle general productivity tasks like text processing and web browsing; however, don't expect to do anything intensive like 3D modeling or physics simulations. Unfortunately, the battery lasts less than five hours of light use, and the display doesn't get bright enough to combat glare."
MSI Stealth GS66
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Florian Glaser | February 2022
"The MSI Stealth GS66 is powerful enough for QHD. The Core i7-12700H and the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti found in the 12UGS model that we tested run all modern games smoothly in the native QHD resolution. The 15-inch display is very fast with its 240 Hz refresh rate, and it also offers a great color space (almost 100% DCI-P3) on top of that, which should please gamers as well as content creators, although we would have still wished for a higher brightness. Case, input devices, and connectivity (Thunderbolt 4) are at a good level. However, among other things, the GS66 loses points due to the high temperature development in 3D mode and its poor webcam."
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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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