In depth comparison and review of MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) and MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.59 cm | 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm |
| Weight | 1.6 kg | 2.49 kg |
| Colour | Blue | Lunar grey |
| DISPLAY | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 17" |
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| Touchscreen | - | Yes |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 60 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:10 |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Features | WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 | MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified |
| PROCESSOR | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | - | 5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Quad-Core | 14-core |
| Cache | - | 24 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
| Features | - | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
| MEMORY | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 32 GB |
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| Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | - |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2666 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 2666 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | - |
| STORAGE | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM | 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | Max-Q design | - |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Four speakers, microphone |
| Audio Features | MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 3 sound technology | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | - | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 |
| BATTERY | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 82 Wh | 90 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Output | 90 Watt | - |
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| INPUT | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | White LED backlight | Per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Interfaces | USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB 3.1 Gen 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0, Quick Charge 3.0) HDMI USB 3.1 Gen 1 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
2 x Thunderbolt 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD) | Yes (SD Card) |
| SOFTWARE | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
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| Software Included | MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI Creator Center | MSI Center Pro |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security | Fingerprint reader | - |
| Features | Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology | MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | - | 098UK |
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