MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) vs. Alienware x14

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Alienware x14
Alienware x14

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) and Alienware x14. 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

Alienware x14 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Alienware x14 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

sleek, portable design

high-quality display

advanced cooling system

robust build quality

high price point

limited port selection

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) and Alienware x14
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) vs. Alienware x14 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.4 cm x 2.17 cm 32.15 cm x 26.277 cm x 1.45 cm
Weight 1.86 kg 1.79 kg
Colour Black Lunar light
DISPLAY MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 157
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features - Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 7 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive), Dell ComfortView Plus, Dolby Vision, 0.1725 mm pixel pitch
PROCESSOR MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
CPU Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 12-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
STORAGE MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared)
Resolution - 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared)
Camera Features - IR/RGB camera, 75.8 degrees
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Video Resolutions - 1280 x 720
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3281-CG
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 80 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 120 Watt 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V
INPUT MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Red backlighting Multi-gesture touch pad, N-key rollover, precision glass touchpad, 1 RGB zone
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 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 Alienware Command Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Alienware x14
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Features Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology Alienware Battery Defender technology
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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