MSI Thin 15vsRazer Blade Stealth

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MSI
MSI Thin 15
Thin 15

Quick Stats

The MSI Thin 15 boasts an impressive processor that delivers smooth gameplay and high frame rates consistently.
The MSI Thin 15's solid build quality and compact size deliver exceptional performance without bulkiness perfectly.
The MSI Thin 15's display is a mixed bag, lacking only a higher resolution at its price point.
The MSI Thin 15 boasts a powerful processor, solid Wi-Fi, and 6GB GPU as its key features.
Razer
Razer Blade Stealth
Blade Stealth

Quick Stats

The Razer Blade Stealth delivers solid, impressive performance suitable for everyday tasks and light gaming applications.
The most impressive feature of the Razer Blade Stealth is its exceptional build quality and luxurious construction overall.
The Razer Blade Stealth's display shines with vibrant colors and precise details for everyday use.
The Razer Blade Stealth boasts excellent build quality, RGB keyboard, high-resolution display, and top-end drive performance specs.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Thin 15
Winner
#472
Razer Blade Stealth
#476
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Thin 15
#379
Winner
Razer Blade Stealth
#418
Display
MSI Thin 15
#766
Razer Blade Stealth
#540
Winner
Performance
MSI Thin 15
#260
Winner
Razer Blade Stealth
#544
Build
MSI Thin 15
#799
Razer Blade Stealth
#341
Winner
Features
MSI Thin 15
#606
Winner
Razer Blade Stealth
#629

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Thin 15
Razer Razer Blade Stealth
up to 64GB
up to 32GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 4000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-13620H
Intel Core i7-1065G7
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 45W)
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Max-Q
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 + SATA slot See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

MSI Thin 15

Strengths

The design is sleek and slim, fitting into a chassis that's smaller than most others in its class.
It has insane CPU performance for its size, making it a serious processing powerhouse.
The battery life is decent, with over 4.5 hours of continuous video playback and up to 7 hours of light usage.
The Wi-Fi is fast and reliable, with solid transfer rates and good connectivity.
It's competitively priced at around R18,000-20,000 on the local market.

Weaknesses

The GPU performance could be better, especially in AAA gaming scenarios where it can get bottlenecked by the CPU.
The laptop can get quite hot, especially during intense CPU usage, with temperatures reaching up to 90°C.
The battery life is not ideal for heavy usage, and the laptop may need to be plugged in frequently.
It's a bit pricey compared to other similar laptops on the market, although it's still competitively priced overall.
The cooling system could be improved to handle more demanding tasks without overheating.

Razer Blade Stealth

Strengths

The build quality is excellent and complemented well by the RGB keyboard and trackpad.
The display is good with a nice high resolution and it's not as hamstrung by bezels as previous models.
The improved performance from Intel Core i7 8550 is great to see.
Razer provides top-end hardware for the price, making it fairly priced compared to other premium laptops.

Weaknesses

The battery life is not particularly impressive and gets soundly beaten by both the HP Spectre x-360 and the Dell XPS 13.
There's a concern with occasional QA issues Razer has had with this unit over the past few years.
The laptop can be expensive, with a price tag of $1,500 US.
The battery life is actually worse than some other similar laptops, like the outstanding Dell XPS 13.
Read Full Reviews

MSI Thin 15

The MSI Thin 15 is a marvel of modern engineering, packing a formidable punch in a remarkably sleek package. This laptop boasts an impressive processing power, courtesy of its Intel Core i7-11800H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card. With six gigs of video memory, it's well-equipped to handle demanding games like Call of Duty and Apex Legends. But what truly sets it apart is its singular focus on Esports titles, where its single-core performance shines.

Razer Blade Stealth

The Razer Blade Stealth is a sleek and powerful ultraportable laptop that boasts excellent build quality, an RGB keyboard, and a high-resolution display. Equipped with the latest Intel Core i7-8550U processor, 16GB of RAM, and a Samsung PM 961 PCIe NVMe SSD, this laptop delivers impressive performance in various workloads. However, its battery life falls short compared to similar laptops like the Dell XPS 13, making it a compromise for those seeking top-notch hardware in a compact package.

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