MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) vs. Alienware x14

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Alienware x14
Alienware x14

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) and Alienware x14. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

compact and lightweight

reasonable price point

solid build quality

average battery life

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

lacks thunderbolt support

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 GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) and Alienware x14
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) vs. Alienware x14 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK 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 GF65 10SDR (882UK 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. 144 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Thin bezel design, IPS-level 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 GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) Alienware x14
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 18 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK 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 GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) Alienware x14
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) Alienware x14
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - 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 Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) Alienware x14
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) Alienware x14
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 80 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) Alienware x14
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V
INPUT MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) Alienware x14
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Red backlighting Multi-gesture touch pad, N-key rollover, precision glass touchpad, 1 RGB zone
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) Alienware x14
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) Alienware x14
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
Software Included WinZip, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Dragon Gaming Center, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player Alienware Command Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GF65 10SDR (882UK Thin) Alienware x14
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Features MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost 5 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 - 1 year -
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