Microsoft Surface Laptop 5vsMSI Delta 15

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Microsoft
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
Surface Laptop 5

Quick Stats

The Surface Laptop 5 offers solid performance for everyday tasks, balancing battery life with productivity capabilities.
The laptop's all-aluminum case provides a premium feel, but lacks customization options for a more personalized build.
The most important takeaway is that the Surface Laptop 5 has a stunning, crisp 13.5-inch display with extra vertical space.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 features a 12th gen Intel Core i7 processor, impressive.
MSI
MSI Delta 15
Delta 15

Quick Stats

The MSI Delta 15 delivers decent, yet underwhelming performance for demanding users and creator workloads, however.
The MSI Delta 15's build compromises portability and upgradeability with a flipped motherboard design flaw.
The MSI Delta 15's display is decent, but not exceptional for its price point overall.
The MSI Delta 15 features a fast x8 memory configuration for efficient laptop performance.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
Winner
#422
MSI Delta 15
#427
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
#571
MSI Delta 15
#122
Winner
Display
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
#285
Winner
MSI Delta 15
#772
Performance
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
#575
MSI Delta 15
#262
Winner
Build
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
#335
Winner
MSI Delta 15
#805
Features
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
#592
Winner
MSI Delta 15
#608

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Microsoft Microsoft Surface Laptop 5
MSI MSI Delta 15
up to 32GB
up to 64GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 16000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-1260P
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
AMD Radeon RX 6700M
1x 2230 M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 x4 
2x 2280 M.2 NVMe slots See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5

Strengths

It has an all-aluminum case, which reminds me a little bit of the MacBook.
The laptop itself is very small and lightweight, coming in right under three pounds.
This is really perfect for on-the-go productivity, so say you're an office worker going off to a meeting or maybe you're a student going to work on a class project.
The screen looks fantastic. You can't detect any of the pixels.
The laptop has a touch screen, and I frequently find myself reaching to the screen to move around.
You have two microphones, so you would expect them to be pretty good.
It includes integrated speakers, and at least when I played some videos it sounded like it had some good volume and the quality was decent for speakers in a laptop.
Windows 11 is a pretty decent and solid operating system.

Weaknesses

The processor can probably not take care of playing triple A titles with high frame rates or doing heavy video editing or maybe even fluid simulations.
It uses an Intel Iris Xe graphics card, which handles things like productivity software, web browsing, or watching videos well, but may not be the best for heavy gaming or video editing.
The memory and storage space options may be limited for those who want more.
You can't get a better resolution webcam on this laptop, especially with working from home in mind.
The keyboard felt good to type on, but there's no mention of any specific features it has over other keyboards.
It depends on what type of user you are - office worker or student may find it suitable, but gamers and creators may not.
The price ranges between $900 up to $2,160 depending on how you customize the machine, which might be a bit steep for some users.
There's no mention of any specific features that make this laptop stand out from others in its class.

MSI Delta 15

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5

The Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 is a premium laptop designed for on-the-go productivity. Its sleek all-aluminum case and compact size make it ideal for office workers and students who need to stay productive while mobile. With its powerful 12th generation Intel Core i5 or i7 EVO processor, this laptop handles productivity software, web browsing, and light gaming with ease. But is it the right choice for you?

MSI Delta 15

The MSI Delta 15 is a sleek gaming laptop that packs a punch, boasting impressive performance from its Radeon RDNA 2 GPU. With a battery life that's among the best I've tested, this laptop is perfect for enthusiasts who value portability and power. But how does it hold up in terms of customization options and overall value? In this review, we'll delve into the Delta 15's strengths and weaknesses, exploring its performance in games, creator workloads, and other demanding tasks.

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