Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2vsMSI GF63 Thin

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Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
ThinkPad E14 Gen 2

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 delivers solid and impressive performance, even with a more affordable Core i3 option.
The ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 boasts a sturdy construction with a rigid chassis, providing excellent build quality overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2's display is sufficient for business use, yet lacks vibrant colors and nuanced visuals.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 boasts a Thunderbolt 4 port and legendary Track Point features.
MSI
MSI GF63 Thin
GF63 Thin

Quick Stats

The MSI GF63 Thin delivers impressive performance, making it an excellent choice for budget-conscious buyers overall.
The MSI GF63 Thin's compact and premium build design makes it an excellent choice for portability without sacrificing performance.
The MSI GF63 Thin's display suffers from noticeable ghosting and lacks impressive screen presentation overall.
The MSI GF63 Thin features a compact design and upgradeable storage options with two RAM slots available.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
Winner
#630
MSI GF63 Thin
#633
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#356
Winner
MSI GF63 Thin
#657
Display
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#734
Winner
MSI GF63 Thin
#774
Performance
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#535
MSI GF63 Thin
#450
Winner
Build
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#695
Winner
MSI GF63 Thin
#807
Features
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
#527
Winner
MSI GF63 Thin
#609

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2
MSI MSI GF63 Thin
up to 40GB
up to 64GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U
Intel Core i7-11800H
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop, 40W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2

Strengths

The laptop's visual design is rarely changed, but the ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 offers a Thunderbolt 4 port and upgraded internals in the same rigid chassis.
The machine is surprisingly light, weighing around 1.6 kilos and having a thickness of under 19 millimeters.
The keyboard is great, typically found on Thinkpad devices, and this one is no exception.
The laptop offers excellent upgrade options, including one SODIMM slot for memory upgrades and two M2 storage slots.
The 1080p IPS display has wide viewing angles and a good contrast ratio of 1150:1.
The processor can run at 3.6 GHz for more than 15 minutes straight thanks to the cooling solution.

Weaknesses

The laptop's battery life is underwhelming, lasting less than seven hours of web browsing or about five hours of video playback.
The display covers only 50% of the sRGB gamut, resulting in a dull-looking image.
Despite its capable hardware, the top model featuring an Intel Core i7-1165G7 and NVIDIA GeForce MX450 is not available in this specific review unit.
The laptop's battery life could be better compared to other similar devices.
The display doesn't use PWM for brightness adjustment, but it may still cause eye strain for some users.

MSI GF63 Thin

Strengths

The typing experience is pretty good
It plays everything even brand new games at low details including Diablo I and Starfield
Casual gamers should be happy with this notebook as it handles competitive play well
Desktop replacement users may find it suitable for their needs due to the presence of two DIMM slots for memory upgrades
The battery life is good, despite being a con, it still weighs less than the average 15.6-inch notebook
It's cheap which makes it great for students

Weaknesses

The battery life is terrible like I previously mentioned
There's quite a bit of ghosting in the display
Only one dedicated external display is supported, relying on USBC for another monitor can be a hassle
Desktop replacement users may find it lacking due to the limited number of ports
The display has unsightly misalignment of stickers which might not sit well with some users
It gets mildly warm while gaming and the single fan is not very effective
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Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2

The Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 2 is a refresh of the previous model, boasting a Thunderbolt 4 port and upgraded internals within its rigid aluminum-aluminum chassis. Weighing in at just 1.6 kilos, this laptop offers great keyboard quality and the legendary TrackPoint feature. It also features one SODIMM slot for memory upgrades and two M.2 storage slots, making it an attractive option for those seeking flexibility.

MSI GF63 Thin

The MSI GF63 Thin is an affordable laptop that delivers on its promises, albeit with some caveats. This budget-conscious machine is designed for students and casual gamers who want to play the latest games without breaking the bank. With an RTX 3050 graphics card, it can handle most modern titles at low settings, making it a great option for those on a tight budget. However, its battery life leaves much to be desired, and some compromises may need to be made in terms of performance and display quality.

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