MSI Sword 15vsMSI Modern 15

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MSI Sword 15
Sword 15

Quick Stats

The MSI Sword 15 delivers smooth gameplay due to its powerful 11th Gen i7 and RTX 3060 performance capabilities.
The MSI Sword 15's build quality is underwhelming and feels cheap due to its predominantly plastic construction.
The MSI Sword 15's display is serviceable for everyday use and gaming, but lacks color accuracy.
The MSI Sword 15 features a powerful combination of processor, graphics, and display capabilities.
MSI
MSI Modern 15
Modern 15

Quick Stats

The MSI Modern 15's performance is excellent for productivity, but struggles with demanding tasks and gaming at high settings.
The MSI Modern 15's sturdy metal body and premium feel make its build its strongest suit overall.
The MSI Modern 15's display has a low sRGB rating, making it unsuitable for creative professionals.
The MSI Modern 15 offers a metallic build, backlit keyboard, and USB-A & USB-C ports, primarily.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Sword 15
#709
MSI Modern 15
Winner
#705
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Sword 15
#380
Winner
MSI Modern 15
#787
Display
MSI Sword 15
#767
MSI Modern 15
#750
Winner
Performance
MSI Sword 15
#449
MSI Modern 15
#360
Winner
Build
MSI Sword 15
#800
MSI Modern 15
#778
Winner
Features
MSI Sword 15
#808
MSI Modern 15
#797
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Sword 15
MSI MSI Modern 15
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-11800H
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop, 60W)
AMD Radeon RX Vega 8 (R4000/5000, 15W)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

MSI Sword 15

Strengths

The machine has an 11th gen i7 and an rtx 3060, making it a powerful laptop for gaming and other demanding tasks.
The keyboard is very familiar to the reviewer, who has owned previous MSI laptops, although they find the keys slightly condensed.
The trackpad is perfectly fine for web browsing, despite having some flex when pressing the keys.
The 144Hz IPS display provides a good viewing experience, with adequate brightness even in daytime use.
The laptop's internal components are well-cooled, with two downwards-facing speakers and a 52 watt hour battery providing a good balance of performance and power management.

Weaknesses

The build quality is fairly cheap, with most of the material being used as plastic and plenty of flex in the chassis.
The IO ports are limited, with no ports on the back and only a headphone jack, microphone combo, usb 3.2 gen 1 type a and type c port, hdmi out, and gigabit ethernet available.
The battery life is extremely disappointing, with inconsistent results ranging from one to three hours even while doing the same task.
The webcam is relatively naturally lit, but appears fairly fuzzy and may not be suitable for serious video conferencing or content creation.
The laptop gets fairly loud while gaming, which may be a problem for users who prefer quiet computing.

MSI Modern 15

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

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Read Full Reviews

MSI Sword 15

The MSI Sword 15 is an intriguing laptop that boasts impressive specs, including an 11th gen i7 processor and an RTX 3060 graphics card. With its 16GB of RAM and 500GB NVMe drive, it's clear that this machine is geared towards gaming and demanding tasks. However, its all-plastic construction raises concerns about build quality and durability. Battery life also appears to be a major issue, with inconsistent results ranging from one to three hours even under light usage.

MSI Modern 15

The MSI Modern 15 is a mid-range laptop that packs a punch with its powerful internals. The I7 processor and 16GB of RAM make it a powerhouse for productivity-based tasks. However, some notable drawbacks include a mediocre display with poor color accuracy and low brightness levels, as well as an underwhelming speaker system. Despite these flaws, this laptop remains a great option for those with general productivity needs.

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