Alienware M15 vs. MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Alienware M15 and MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

solid gaming performance

decent battery life

thin bezel display

average build quality

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Alienware M15 and MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Alienware M15 vs. MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.25 cm x 27.5 cm x 1.999 cm 35.9 cm x 25.4 cm x 2.17 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.86 kg
Colour Epic silver Black
DISPLAY Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, Narrow Border Display, 0.179 mm pixel pitch -
PROCESSOR Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 9 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - 720p
Resolution 2 Megapixel -
Camera Features 74.9 degrees -
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3281-CG -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Killer Wireless-AC 1550 - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2500 -
BATTERY Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 60 Wh 51 Wh
AC ADAPTER Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 19.5 V 120 Watt
INPUT Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, 4-zone illumination Red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Graphics Amplifier Port
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
SOFTWARE Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI Help Desk, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player
MISCELLANEOUS Alienware M15 MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 15 months Limited warranty - 2 years
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