MSI Thin GF63vsAcer Swift 3x

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MSI
MSI Thin GF63
Thin GF63

Quick Stats

The MSI Thin GF63 offers decent performance for casual gaming and mid-range applications, but struggles with demanding tasks.
The MSI Thin GF63's build is a compromise between portability and build quality.
The MSI Thin GF63's mediocre display quality is its most significant drawback and major disappointment overall.
The MSI Thin GF63 boasts a compact design with satisfactory performance for its price. (Note: Since you asked for up to 17 words, I'll focus on the key features) Key feature of the MSI Thin GF63 is its compact design and strong processor performance.
Acer
Acer Swift 3x
Swift 3x

Quick Stats

Acer Swift 3x boasts enhanced performance with Intel's dedicated GPU, particularly in Adobe Photoshop and transcoding tasks.
The Acer Swift 3x's build quality is subpar due to a squishy deck and inaccurate touchpad.
The Acer Swift 3x's display falls short of expectations at this price point due to lackluster brightness and color accuracy.
The Acer Swift 3x features Intel's first dedicated GPU, Iris Xe Max, with integrated GPU.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Thin GF63
Winner
#598
Acer Swift 3x
#603
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Thin GF63
#377
Winner
Acer Swift 3x
#429
Display
MSI Thin GF63
#752
Acer Swift 3x
#562
Winner
Performance
MSI Thin GF63
#446
Winner
Acer Swift 3x
#719
Build
MSI Thin GF63
#781
Acer Swift 3x
#123
Winner
Features
MSI Thin GF63
#600
Acer Swift 3x
#8
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Thin GF63
Acer Acer Swift 3x
up to 64GB
up to 16GB
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-12650H
Intel Core i7-1165G7
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Laptop, 45W)
Intel Iris Xe Max
N/A
2x 2280 PCIe NVMe 3.0 x4 See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

MSI Thin GF63

Strengths

The laptop is perfectly capable of playing Triple A games of the early 20s.
It can play any lighter esport titles like csgo, OverWatch, Whaler end or let alone League of Legends with high FPS in the triple digits for sure easily.
Blender performance with Nvidia 45 watt RTX 4050 mobile is almost as fast as it's more powerful 85 watt counterpart.
Performance is alright considering it's a rather thin and light laptop.

Weaknesses

The price of around 1,100 or 1,200 Euros makes the laptop still too expensive.
The battery life could be better to make it suitable for mobile use.
The screen quality is not mentioned as being good compared to other laptops like Asus with X.
The keyboard quality is also not mentioned as being good.

Acer Swift 3x

Strengths

The dedicated GPU works well with integrated GPU to provide better performance
Tons of ports, including HDMI, USB, and Thunderbolt 4
This laptop can handle streaming at 1080p at 60 FPS without dropping frames
Heat management is great, with minimal overheating
Iris XC Max provides a good performance increase in applications that utilize it properly
Transcoding and rendering tasks are significantly faster with both GPUs working together
This laptop has tons of ports, including HDMI, USB, and Thunderbolt 4
The keyboard is very comfortable to type on
It's great for actual streaming, thanks to its Iris XC Max GPU

Weaknesses

The build quality and materials used are not in line with the competition
The deck feels squishy, and the touchpad is inaccurate
The display is only 1080p, which is not ideal at this price point
It doesn't come close to the screen brightness or color accuracy of a MacBook Air at the same price
The webcam is only 720p, which is not great for working from home
Fan noise can be very loud when in performance mode
Battery life is limited, with around 5 hours of use before needing to charge (advertised as 17 hours)
Not much of a performance increase compared to the standard Iris XC GPU
The price point is high at $1200, considering it's not a gaming laptop
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MSI Thin GF63

The MSI Thin GF63 is an intriguing laptop that attempts to balance performance with portability. Equipped with the 45-watt Nvidia RTX 4050 mobile GPU, this slim and light device offers decent gaming capabilities. However, its modest battery life and somewhat cramped keyboard may hinder user experience. We'll dive into the details of its performance, features, and value proposition to determine if it's a suitable option for gamers on-the-go.

Acer Swift 3x

The Acer Swift 3X is Intel's first laptop to feature their dedicated GPU in 20 years. This innovation aims to improve performance in certain applications by combining the integrated Iris Xe and dedicated GPUs. While it offers some benefits, such as increased performance in transcoding and streaming, its effectiveness varies depending on the application. We'll explore whether this laptop delivers on its promise of enhanced power without breaking the bank.

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