MSI Thin GF63vsMicrosoft Surface Laptop

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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.
Microsoft
Microsoft Surface Laptop
Surface Laptop

Quick Stats

The Microsoft Surface Laptop delivers solid performance suitable for general-purpose use and everyday tasks with ease.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop's impressive build quality and premium design are its standout features overall.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop's crisp and vibrant display is a highlight of the device, perfect for multimedia consumption.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop's excellent battery life and sturdy construction are notable features of this device.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Thin GF63
#598
Microsoft Surface Laptop
Winner
#596
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Thin GF63
#377
Winner
Microsoft Surface Laptop
#782
Display
MSI Thin GF63
#752
Microsoft Surface Laptop
#147
Winner
Performance
MSI Thin GF63
#446
Winner
Microsoft Surface Laptop
#790
Build
MSI Thin GF63
#781
Microsoft Surface Laptop
#333
Winner
Features
MSI Thin GF63
#600
Microsoft Surface Laptop
#590
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Thin GF63
Microsoft Microsoft Surface Laptop
up to 64GB
up to 16GB
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 512GB SSD
Intel Core i7-12650H
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus X1P-64-100
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 (Laptop, 45W)
Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite Adreno GPU

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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.

Microsoft Surface Laptop

Strengths

excellent battery life
a sleek design, good build quality
typing experience that runs Windows
the display is excellent

Weaknesses

Windows is incredibly hostile if you want to download Chrome onto this laptop
annoyances with auto-brightness adjustments that aren't smooth and can be jarring
legacy keys on the keyboard function row seem dated
news feed in widgets panel shows clickbait headlines
Read Full Reviews

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.

Microsoft Surface Laptop

The Microsoft Surface Laptop boasts a sleek design, excellent battery life, and good build quality. Its typing experience is also commendable. While some may find the Windows software experience lacking, the laptop's overall performance and features make it a solid choice for general-purpose use. The Surface Laptop's ability to run Windows, combined with its competitive price point, makes it an attractive option for those seeking a Windows-based device that rivals the MacBook Air in many ways.

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