If you prioritize a lightweight and portable laptop with long battery life for everyday tasks and productivity, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo may be worth the extra cost. However, if you're looking for a laptop better suited for gaming or more graphically intensive applications, and are okay with a heavier device and shorter battery life, the MSI Thin GF63 can save you money while offering the necessary performance. Keep in mind that the higher price of the Prestige also often comes with a higher quality build and possibly additional features. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
The MSI Thin GF63 has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo.
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
7.4/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
415.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers a strong balance of CPU power and RAM for efficient multitasking, coupled with high screen quality, and excels in portability and battery life, making it a great choice for users often on the move and needing a laptop that can handle a variety of tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Thin GF63, while also equipped with a capable CPU and sufficient RAM for everyday tasks, leans more toward users who prioritize a larger screen and gaming potential, but it may not match the battery life and portability offered by the Prestige.
Content Creation
8.1/10
7.4/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
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
7.9/10
7.2/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and MSI Thin GF63 are both good for software development, though the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is somewhat better.
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
8.2/10
6.8/10
13.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
415.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the MSI Thin GF63 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo's high resolution and brightness provide clear and vivid display quality, making it great for browsing, watching videos, and document editing. In contrast, the MSI Thin GF63's fair screen quality may translate to less sharpness and vibrancy. For engineering and design tasks, the Prestige's superior color coverage ensures accurate color representation which is crucial for visual work, whereas the Thin GF63's fair gamut range may not render colors as precisely. Lastly, for gaming and 3D applications, the Prestige's lower refresh rate limits the smoothness of fast-paced visuals, while the Thin GF63 despite its fair resolution and panel type, also lags in providing the optimal gaming experience due to a poor refresh rate.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Thin GF63 has 4.5 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
13.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the MSI Thin GF63 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
6.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has good build quality, while the MSI Thin GF63 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,280
$1,150
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a price of $1,280 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $1,150.
The MSI Thin GF63 and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI Thin GF63 is favored by gamers due to its superior dedicated graphics card and higher screen refresh rate, which are crucial for smooth, detailed gaming visuals and fast-paced action. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while having a decent processor and good screen quality, falls short in gaming and 3D tasks because it has a less powerful integrated graphics solution and a standard refresh rate display.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
7.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Thin GF63 is good.
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, with its powerful CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen, excels in demanding tasks like engineering and design, while the MSI Thin GF63, though slightly less portable, matches that performance, offering a dedicated GPU that is beneficial for graphics-intensive applications, making both suitable for rigorous workflows. However, the Thin GF63 might have a slight edge for gaming or 3D rendering due to the GPU, at the expense of being a bit bulkier compared to the sleeker Prestige 13 AI Evo, which may appeal to those prioritizing a more travel-friendly laptop with a quieter operating noise.
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How the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and the MSI Thin GF63 compare to other laptops
"The MSI GF63 Thin 11SC can be an admirable value for gamers and power users on a minimal budget. For just $599 as reviewed in its base model, its Intel Core i5 H-class processor and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 graphics perform much better than low-wattage CPUs and integrated graphics. That said, this is a light-class gaming laptop. Low scores in our demanding gaming benchmarks indicate using lower visual-quality settings will be required for playable performance."
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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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