MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) vs. MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) and MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT). 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.

MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

strong battery life

quiet cooling system

attractive slim design

good display quality

limited gaming performance

no thunderbolt support

average speaker quality

modest storage capacity

MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

high-resolution touchscreen display

robust build quality

excellent graphics capability

innovative cooling system

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) and MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) vs. MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
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 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology 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 -
PROCESSOR MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX
Max Turbo Speed - 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 24-core
Cache - 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset - Intel HM770
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 64 GB (2 x 32 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design Dynamic Boost
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - IR camera
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 Output: Audio by DTS, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
BATTERY MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt 20 V
INPUT MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features White LED backlight Per-key RGB, MSI active pen (MPP2.0) support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Pro
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
MISCELLANEOUS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security Fingerprint reader Fingerprint reader
Features Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology MIL-STD-810G tested, vapor chamber cooling system
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 213UK
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