MSI GF63 ThinvsSamsung Galaxy Book S

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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.
Samsung
Samsung Galaxy Book S
Galaxy Book S

Quick Stats

The Samsung Galaxy Book S has limited performance compared to other laptops in its price range overall.
The Samsung Galaxy Book S has a solid, all-metal chassis with excellent build quality.
The Galaxy Book S boasts a sharp and vibrant 13.3-inch Full HD TFT display.
The Samsung Galaxy Book S boasts a sleek design with a robust metal chassis and vibrant 13.3-inch Full HD display.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI GF63 Thin
Winner
#633
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#634
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI GF63 Thin
#657
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#723
Display
MSI GF63 Thin
#774
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#542
Winner
Performance
MSI GF63 Thin
#450
Winner
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#850
Build
MSI GF63 Thin
#807
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#93
Winner
Features
MSI GF63 Thin
#609
Samsung Galaxy Book S
#155
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI GF63 Thin
Samsung Samsung Galaxy Book S
up to 64GB
up to 8GB
up to 4000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 512GB SSD
Intel Core i7-11800H
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop, 40W)
Intel Iris Plus Graphics G7

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

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

Samsung Galaxy Book S

Strengths

The portability is definitely a priority, it's super slim and lightweight making it perfect for taking on-the-go.
It has an amazing battery life, getting about 10 full hours of working in Chrome while streaming music before the battery is fully depleted.
The Qualcomm Snapdragon 8c X platform is backed by a healthy 8 gigs of RAM, which is fine for working in Chrome, streaming media, and light editing.
It has standard Wi-Fi 5 and gigabit LTE support, making it easy to stay connected even when outside of good Wi-Fi networks.
The price point is competitive with other laptops around the same size, making it a great value for those who prioritize portability.

Weaknesses

Performance-wise, it's rather limited compared with a lot of other laptops, especially around this sort of price points you might want to shop around if you want to do some proper video edits in game and more creative tasks.
It can't handle demanding games or serious video editing due to the basic integrated graphics Adreno 680 GPU.
The sim card needs to be kept connected to the phone at all times using a USB cable, which can be awkward especially when traveling.
The storage space is limited with around 200 gigs of free space, which might not be enough for those who need more storage capacity.
It's not ideal for those who want to do heavy multitasking or have demanding tasks due to the Geekbench 5 scores being lower than some other laptops.
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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.

Samsung Galaxy Book S

The Samsung Galaxy Book S is an ultra-portable laptop that packs a punch despite its slim design. Powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8c X platform, this Windows laptop offers impressive battery life and a sleek metal chassis. While it may not be suitable for demanding creative tasks like video editing or gaming, it excels in everyday usage, making it an excellent option for those who prioritize portability and cloud-based productivity.

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