Toshiba Portege X30vsMSI Sword 17

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Toshiba
Toshiba Portege X30
Portege X30

Quick Stats

The Toshiba Portege X30 delivers decent yet inadequate performance for demanding tasks, falling short of newer laptops standards.
The Toshiba Portege X30 boasts a sturdy chassis with solid build quality and sleek lightweight design.
The Toshiba Portege X30's display is a standout feature with vivid colors and minimal glare guaranteed.
The Toshiba Portege X30 features two USBC ports with Thunderbolt functionality for seamless external connectivity.
MSI
MSI Sword 17
Sword 17

Quick Stats

The MSI Sword 17 delivers impressive performance, handling high settings with averages above 100fps in various tests.
The overall build quality of the MSI Sword 17 is solid, with no major complaints found.
The MSI Sword 17 features an excellent IPS display with vibrant colors, great contrast, and smooth refresh rate.
The MSI Sword 17 features a stunning IPS display, dual fans, and multiple ports for seamless connectivity.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Toshiba Portege X30
#672
MSI Sword 17
Winner
#668
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Toshiba Portege X30
#598
MSI Sword 17
#390
Winner
Display
Toshiba Portege X30
#796
MSI Sword 17
#776
Winner
Performance
Toshiba Portege X30
#773
MSI Sword 17
#366
Winner
Build
Toshiba Portege X30
#97
Winner
MSI Sword 17
#829
Features
Toshiba Portege X30
#651
Winner
MSI Sword 17
#812

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Toshiba Toshiba Portege X30
MSI MSI Sword 17
up to 16GB
up to 64GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-10710U
Intel Core i7-11800H
Intel UHD Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Laptop, 85W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Toshiba Portege X30

Strengths

The weight is a very light weight just above 1 kilogram, making it easy to carry around.
The high quality screen is color accurate and non-reflective, with touch screen functionality.
The sound quality is surprisingly good for such a lightweight laptop, beating some newer laptops in 2024.
Buying a used device like this Toshiba Portege X30 is environmentally friendly and sustainable.

Weaknesses

The battery life may not be sufficient for everyone, lasting around 3-4 hours with 50% capacity left.
The SSD drive has SATA III specifications, which may be outdated for a high-end business laptop like this one.
The CPU inside the laptop (7th generation Core i5) is not compatible with Windows 11, requiring manual installation and no feature updates.
The price of around £155 when purchased in 2022 may seem low considering the device's specifications.

MSI Sword 17

Strengths

The 17.3 inch ips 144hz display does look absolutely beautiful.
The keyboard feels great
It's a decent 17.3 inch gaming laptop that's not going to quite break the bank
Fortnite ran at 156 fps with high settings
Injustice 2 and Witcher 3 ran smoothly at high settings

Weaknesses

The trackpad is too small given the screen size and footprint of the laptop
CPU temps were not ideal, averaging 81 degrees Celsius during gaming tests
Fan curve adjustment was not available in the bios
Cyberpunk 2077 ran at only 71 fps with medium settings due to outdated GPU
Dirt 5 ran at 65 fps with high-medium mix of settings
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Toshiba Portege X30

The Toshiba Portege X30d is a lightweight laptop that packs a punch despite its compact design. Weighing in at just over 1 kilogram, this device is perfect for students and professionals on-the-go. The 13.3-inch display boasts a high-quality screen with accurate color representation and a non-reflective touch surface. With a robust sound system and Thunderbolt functionality, this laptop is more than capable of handling everyday tasks. But how does it perform in terms of processing power and graphics?

MSI Sword 17

The MSI Sword 17 is a 17.3-inch gaming laptop that offers an impressive balance of performance and affordability. With its vibrant IPS display running at 144Hz, the keyboard providing a comfortable typing experience, and the ability to handle demanding games like Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, this laptop is a great option for those seeking a decent gaming experience without breaking the bank. In this review, we'll dive deeper into its features and performance.

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