HP Pavilion 15 (2024) vs MSI Thin GF63
The Verdict
HP Pavilion 15 and MSI Thin GF63 target different user priorities at similar price points. HP offers better everyday performance with its 13th Gen i7-1355U, 16GB RAM, and superior battery life of 8.5 hours, making it ideal for productivity and general computing. The display is brighter at 300 nits versus MSI's 250 nits. However, MSI delivers gaming-focused hardware with an RTX 4050 GPU, 144Hz refresh rate display, and more robust connectivity including three USB-A ports and ethernet. MSI's 12th Gen i5-12450H has fewer efficiency cores but stronger P-core performance for gaming workloads. Battery life slightly favors HP at 8.5 hours versus 7 hours. Build quality differs, with MSI featuring an aluminum lid for better durability. HP wins for students and remote workers needing longer battery and faster general tasks. MSI wins for casual gaming, creative work requiring GPU acceleration, and those who value high refresh rate displays. Choose HP for longevity and productivity; choose MSI for gaming and creative applications with better GPU performance.
Who Should Buy
Buy the HP Pavilion 15 (2024) if…
- →Affordable at $749 with 13th-gen i7 and 16 GB RAM
- →Full-size keyboard with numpad for data entry
- →SD card reader and HDMI make it versatile for light content creation
Buy the MSI Thin GF63 if…
- →Affordable entry to RTX 40-series gaming at $699
- →144Hz display for smooth gameplay in esports titles
- →Lightweight at 1.86 kg for a 15.6-inch gaming laptop
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
HP Pavilion 15 (2024)
Pros
- Affordable at $749 with 13th-gen i7 and 16 GB RAM
- Full-size keyboard with numpad for data entry
- SD card reader and HDMI make it versatile for light content creation
- 512 GB SSD is generous for the price
- Slim and relatively lightweight at 3.75 lbs
Cons
- 41 Wh battery is small — real-world life is closer to 6 hours
- 60Hz FHD display feels dated compared to competitors
- DDR4 RAM in 2024 is behind the curve
- Plastic build feels cheap compared to metal-bodied rivals
- No Thunderbolt support
MSI Thin GF63
Pros
- Affordable entry to RTX 40-series gaming at $699
- 144Hz display for smooth gameplay in esports titles
- Lightweight at 1.86 kg for a 15.6-inch gaming laptop
- Good port selection including Ethernet and three USB-A ports
- Expandable storage with an extra M.2 slot
Cons
- 250-nit display brightness is very dim — poor outdoor visibility
- Only 8 GB RAM — needs immediate upgrade for modern gaming
- Build quality is plastic-heavy and feels budget
- Fan noise is significant during gaming sessions
- Battery life is poor at around 4-5 hours real-world use
Full Specifications
| Spec | HP Pavilion 15 (2024) | MSI Thin GF63 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 3.75 lbs (1.7 kg) | 1.86 kg |
| Material | Plastic | Aluminum lid, plastic body |
| Dimensions | 14.11 x 9.19 x 0.71 inches | 359 x 254 x 21.7 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 2 | 3 |
| USB-C ports | 1 | 1 |
| SD card | — | |
| Ethernet | — | |
| Headphone Jack | — | |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 8.5 hours | Up to 7 hours |
| Capacity | 41 Wh | 52.4 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | IPS anti-glare | IPS LCD |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 144Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 250 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 512 GB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe | 512 GB PCIe Gen 3 NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 16 GB DDR4 | 8 GB DDR4 |
| Cores | 10 cores (2P + 8E) | 8-core (4P + 4E) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i7-1355U (13th Gen) | 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H |
| Gpu | — | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 (6 GB) |
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