Samsung Notebook 9 ProvsMSI Sword 15

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Samsung
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
Notebook 9 Pro

Quick Stats

The Samsung Notebook 9 Pro delivers good performance meeting expectations with strong CPU and GPU performance consistently.
The Samsung Notebook 9 Pro's sleek, lightweight design ensures effortless portability without sacrificing performance or build quality.
The Samsung Notebook 9 Pro's bright and vibrant display is its standout feature, making it perfect for everyday use.
The Samsung Notebook 9 Pro boasts a powerful combo of Intel Core i7, Radeon GPU, and S Pen features.
MSI
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.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
#712
MSI Sword 15
Winner
#709
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
#865
MSI Sword 15
#380
Winner
Display
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
#792
MSI Sword 15
#767
Winner
Performance
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
#753
MSI Sword 15
#449
Winner
Build
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
#345
Winner
MSI Sword 15
#800
Features
Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
#154
Winner
MSI Sword 15
#808

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Samsung Samsung Notebook 9 Pro
MSI MSI Sword 15
up to 16GB
up to 64GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
Intel Core i7-8565U
Intel Core i7-11800H
Intel UHD Graphics 620
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop, 60W)
N/A
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Samsung Notebook 9 Pro

Strengths

Samsung really tried to balance everything out right, giving you good performance, good features, plus a little bit of gaming.
The laptop has a really nice 1920 by 1080 LED display.
It's got not only a 720p webcam at the top but also a face sensor for Windows Hello login.
The keyboard is really nice with curved keys that are sensitive and enjoyable to use.
The trackpad is also very responsive and nice to use.
Underneath, you'll find an Intel Core i7-7500U processor, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, a 256GB SSD, and eSATA for fast data transfer.
The laptop has a discreet Radeon 540 GPU, which provides good mid-range gaming performance.
The battery life is very good, lasting up to 590 minutes in our video rundown test.

Weaknesses

The speakers are not very good and don't have much volume.
They're not loud enough even when cranked up, making it hard to hear movies or audio.
The laptop's weight is a bit more than expected due to the discreet GPU, but still bearable at 3.8 pounds.
The AC adapter adds an extra 0.7 pounds, making the whole package feel slightly heavier.
Despite its small size, the vents can be felt when using the laptop on your lap.
The performance is not significantly different from other laptops with similar configurations.
The HP Spectre x360 has almost identical specs and performs similarly in benchmarks.
The only real standout feature of this laptop is the pen support, which is tacked into the body.

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.
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Samsung Notebook 9 Pro

The Samsung Notebook 9 Pro is a mainstream laptop that checks all the right boxes without breaking the bank. With its sleek design, impressive display, and comfortable keyboard, it's an ideal choice for those seeking a versatile device. The standout feature, however, is its robust S Pen support, allowing users to tap into a range of creative possibilities not typically found on Windows 10 laptops.

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.

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