Gigabyte A16 vs MSI Creator M14 Comparison

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Gigabyte A16 vs MSI Creator M14 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing A16 and Creator M14, two laptops from Gigabyte and MSI. Gigabyte A16 was introduced to market in May 2025 and MSI Creator M14 was launched in January 2024. There is 16 months difference between A16 and Creator M14 so it would still give an advantage to younger A16.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Gigabyte A16 and MSI Creator M14 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Gigabyte A16 Key Specs

Launched in May 2025
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 13420H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop 6GB
8GB Ram
358.3 x 262.5 x 19.45-22.99 mm (14.11 x 10.33 x 0.77-0.91 inches)
Weight: 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs)

MSI Creator M14 Key Specs

Launched in January 2024
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 13620H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
314.7 x 233.5 x 18.6-22.3 mm (12.39 x 9.19 x 0.73-0.88 inches)
Weight: 1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how A16 and Creator M14 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Gigabyte A16 over MSI Creator M14

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~78.9% vs ~77.3%	Larger screen area ratio
Display Size	16 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
GPU FLOPS	8.2-12.1 TFLOPS vs 6.8 TFLOPS	3D Surround Sound Support
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2

Reasons to choose MSI Creator M14 over Gigabyte A16

Weight	1.60 kg vs 2.20 kg	0.6 kg lighter
Side Bezel Thickness	6.6 mm vs 6.8 mm	0.2 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	162 ppi vs 142 ppi	More pixels per inch
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 5 nm	Newer Generation GPU
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5.2	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity

Common Strengths of MSI Creator M14 and Gigabyte A16

Launch Dates	May 2025 vs January 2024	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the RAM size
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6E vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs Yes	Fast connection to Network via ethernet cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of MSI Creator M14 and Gigabyte A16

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Gigabyte A16 vs MSI Creator M14: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Gigabyte A16 and the MSI Creator M14.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.2 kg (4.85 lbs)	1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)
Surface Area	941 cm2 (145.8 inches2)	735 cm2 (113.9 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~78.9%	~77.3%
Side Bezel Thickness	~6.8 mm	~6.6 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.14 kg/inch	0.11 kg/inch
	0.308 lbs/inch	0.242 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Gray
Cover Opening Angle	180Â°	180Â°

Comparison of the Gigabyte A16 and the MSI Creator M14 External Dimensions

Weight

A16 weighs 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs), whereas the Creator M14 weighs 1.6 kg (3.53 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Gigabyte A16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI Creator M14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Thickness Comparison

Gigabyte A16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI Creator M14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Gigabyte A16 is 0.14 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the MSI Creator M14 is 0.11 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Gigabyte A16 vs MSI Creator M14: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 13420H Intel Core i7 13620H	Intel Core i7 13620H Intel Core i7 13700H
Base Frequency	2.1 GHz	2.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.6 GHz	4.9 GHz
Number of Cores	8 (4P + 4E)	10 (6P + 4E)
Number of Threads	12	16
L3 Cache	12 MB	24 MB
Integrated GPU	Intel UHD Graphics (48EU)	Intel UHD Graphics (64EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	10 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1702	1796
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	10952	11376
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1724	1816
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	12820	15497

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Gigabyte A16 and MSI Creator M14.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 13420H

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 13620H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop 6GB GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB	GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB
TGP (Total Graphics Power)		50 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX	Yes, Advanced Optimus
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	8.2-12.1 TFLOPS	8.986 TFLOPS
Memory Size	6 GB	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bus	96 bit	96 bit
Memory Speed	~16 Gbps	2000 MHz 16 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	2560	2560
TMUs	80	80
ROPs	32	48

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Gigabyte A16 has a FLOPS value of 8.2-12.1 TFLOPS whereas the MSI Creator M14 ' has a FLOPS value of 6.8 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the Gigabyte A16 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB	16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	1x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	5200 MHz	5200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR5
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Max RAM Size	64 GB	64 GB
Total Slots	2	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

The Creator M14 provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the A16's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Gigabyte A16 CPU/NPU: Intel Core I5 13420h (No NPU)RAM: 8 GBGPU: Geforce Rtx 4050 Laptop 6gb	MSI Creator M14 CPU/NPU: Intel Core I7 13620h (No NPU)RAM: 16 GBGPU: Geforce Rtx 4050 Mobile 6gb
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Expected performance: "Runs Well" 2B model with Q4 quantization (recommended): Requires ~2.5 GB memory - fits in your 6 GB VRAM (See performance table below for details)	✔ Expected performance: "Runs Well" 2B model with Q4 quantization (recommended): Requires ~2.5 GB memory - fits in your 6 GB VRAM (See performance table below for details)
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ ⚠ Modest 7B model with Q4 quantization (recommended): Requires ~5.3 GB memory - doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower) (Partial GPU offload - expect 5-30x or more slower performance (depends on spill amount)) Expected performance: "Modest Speed" (~5-15 tok/s)	✔ ⚠ Modest 7B model with Q4 quantization (recommended): Requires ~5.3 GB memory - doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower) (Partial GPU offload - expect 5-30x or more slower performance (depends on spill amount)) Expected performance: "Modest Speed" (~5-15 tok/s)
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B, Dense 30B	✖ Not supported.	⚠ 13–15B: Borderline / Slow. 16–30B: Not practical.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not practical on most laptops (64GB+ workstation laptops may be exceptions).	✖ Not practical on most laptops (64GB+ workstation laptops may be exceptions).

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Gigabyte A16|MSI Creator M14

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	76 Wh	53.5 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Ion	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Right
Charge Power	150 W	120 W

Moreover, the A16 boasts a larger battery capacity of 76 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Creator M14's54 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Gigabyte A16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI Creator M14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the A16 provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Creator M14's max. storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Gigabyte A16 vs MSI Creator M14: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Gigabyte A16 and MSI Creator M14 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. A16 has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, Creator M14 has a smaller 14.0" display.The total usable screen area of the A16 is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the Creator M14's total usable screen area is 568cm² / 88inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Creator M14 features a higher pixel density with 162 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Gigabyte A16

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI Creator M14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Refresh Rate
The A16 offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Gigabyte A16 vs MSI Creator M14 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6E), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both A16 and Creator M14 have USB-A ports. A16 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Creator M14 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both A16 and Creator M14 have USB Type-C ports. A16 has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while Creator M14 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Neither A16 nor Creator M14 has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both A16 and Creator M14 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Neither A16 nor Creator M14 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both A16 and Creator M14 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.2	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	3x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	Yes
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	Yes