The MSI GF63 was my first gaming laptop, and after a year of daily use, I experienced a lot of things (both good and bad). If you are considering this laptop for work, school, and gaming, let me share my real-life experience. Then you can decide whether it is still worth buying it in 2025.
| Component | Details |
| Processor | Intel Core i5/i7 (9th-12th Gen, depending on model) |
| GPU | NVIDIA GTX 1650 / RTX 3050 (varies by model) |
| RAM | 8GB/16GB (Upgradable) |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB SSD (Expandable) |
| Display | 15.6” FHD, 144Hz refresh rate |
| Battery Life | 3-6 hours (varies by use) |
| Weight | 1.86 kg (4.1 lbs) |
| Cooling System | Single-fan cooling |
Performance in Real Life
This gaming laptop performs well for everyday tasks like browsing, video streaming, and multitasking. I mainly bought this product for my school and not for gaming purposes, so I never tried testing it for gaming – but I read some articles and reviews before, and they said it is also perfect for gaming.
It can be used for work, online classes, and basic editing videos. It can also handle multiple tabs on the browser (I mostly have 10+ tabs, and it is not lagging). One thing that you might consider is that I have several software applications on this device for my course, such as AutoCAD, Revit, Staad, and SketchUp. But this laptop works well without any issues.
However, there are times that if the software has already multiple elements on the screen, it starts to slow down. The reason and the biggest issue here is the Heat buildup. Even with casual use, if the fan isn’t on Turbo mode, it will heat up quickly.
Thermal and Cooling System
One of the biggest downsides of the MSI Thin GF63 is its single-fan cooling system. The fan is constantly running when doing demanding tasks, and the laptop can get uncomfortably hot, especially in longer sessions.
To counter this, I elevate the laptop slightly to improve the airflow. I bought this cooling pad (and a laptop stand at the same time) on Shopee, which helps me to solve the heating issue. I also set the fan to turbo mode, but the fan noise is sometimes annoying.
Battery Life and Portability
I watched reviews before buying it, and one of the reasons why I bought it is its lightweight design. At 1.86 kg, it is easy to bring compared to other laptops, perfect for remote workers and students who often bring laptops to school.
On the other hand, if you need a laptop that lasts long unplugged, this is not the best option because of its battery life, so you might need to plug it in most of the time.
Here’s my full review:
Disclaimer: The next paragraphs contain my personal experience, storytelling, and journal.
It’s been a year since I bought my laptop, and it still feels new. I bought this laptop on April 10, 2023, and I was shocked when a picture memory popped up on my phone. It was an image of my laptop while buying it in the store. I was happy knowing that I bought something useful using my savings and hard-earned money.
I posted a blog last year about it, which was published on April 23. I documented my journey of buying the laptop, and I would say that the “gurus” are right – learn to document your life so you can go back to it in the future (when you need it).
I still feel the same excitement every time I use this. I would say I am proud that I bought something for myself.
Anyway, this blog is just to share my thoughts on why I bought this, how I maximize it, and my honest review.
Maximizing Its Uses and Why I Bought It
I bought this laptop mainly for my academics. I knew that I would be using a laptop this school year, and I am always grateful to myself that I did. We have a lot of projects that need a laptop, such as using AutoCAD for our major subjects and other reports for our minor subjects.
I use this a lot, and I don’t know how I survived my first semester without it since my course is engineering and we use AutoCAD frequently. If I did not have a laptop, I would need to borrow one from my brother or from our school, which is unproductive because I would have limited access to it and could not do my projects in advance at home.
Another reason I planned to buy this was due to my writing plans. I have always wanted to write and use it as my career, at least on Hive and other platforms. However, I wasn’t aware that this school year would become so busy that I would choose to rest instead of writing due to exhaustion, both physically and mentally.
Nevertheless, I had a freelance job months ago where I used this laptop to accomplish tasks. It allowed me to earn some money even though things didn’t go well between me and my client (well, that is another story).
Overall, I maximized the use of my laptop for both working and studying. I also used it a lot for my academics, so I would say that I do not regret buying it.
My Honest Review of MSI GF63 Thin
I bought an MSI GF63 Thin laptop. If you read my blog about buying this, you would know it was my first time hearing about MSI, and I was not familiar with it. After doing some research, I found that it is a good brand. However, this unit is not for you if:
- You want long battery life.
- You are not comfortable with the heat of the device.
If the main purpose of the laptop you are planning to buy is for simple tasks in school and work, do not buy this because it is a gaming laptop, and such types are designed to be used while charging.
This laptop has a short battery life, so you cannot work and study outside if you are not near a charging station.
Also, the device heats easily because it has only one fan. It is designed like this because of its name, “Thin and Light.” They reduced the number of fans to minimize the weight.
When it heats up, performance is affected, causing lagging. I was a bit worried about this, so I bought a laptop stand with a built-in fan to solve my problem.
It is also important to note that some people in the forum I’m in said that MSI laptops have weak hinges that break easily, but so far, I have not experienced this after one year of usage. Maybe it depends on the user.
Overall, I do not regret buying this laptop, as it has been helpful to me, and I have experienced only minimal disadvantages after one year of use.
However, I wish it had a longer battery life, as I always want to work outside without needing to plug in my device.
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