MSI Cyborg 15 vs MSI Cyborg 14 Comparison

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MSI Cyborg 15 vs MSI Cyborg 14 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Cyborg 15 and Cyborg 14, two laptops by MSI. MSI Cyborg 15 was introduced to market in January 2023 and MSI Cyborg 14 was launched in January 2024. There is 12 months difference between Cyborg 15 and Cyborg 14 so it would still give an advantage to younger Cyborg 14.

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Cyborg 15 and Cyborg 14 are members of MSI's Cyborg series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

MSI Cyborg Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
MSI Cyborg 14	January 2024	14.0"	314.7 x 233.5 x 18.6-22.3 mm	1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)
MSI Cyborg 15 AI 2024	January 2024	15.6"	359.36 x 250.34 x 21.95-22.9 mm	1.98 kg (4.37 lbs)
MSI Cyborg 15	January 2023	15.6"	359.36 x 250.34 x 21.95-22.9 mm	1.98 kg (4.37 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of MSI Cyborg 15 and MSI Cyborg 14 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

MSI Cyborg 15 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i5 12450H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 4GB
8GB Ram
359.36 x 250.34 x 21.95-22.9 mm (14.15 x 9.86 x 0.86-0.9 inches)
Weight: 1.98 kg (4.37 lbs)

MSI Cyborg 14 Key Specs

Launched in January 2024
14.0" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 13620H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3050 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 Cyborg 15 and Cyborg 14 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose MSI Cyborg 15 over MSI Cyborg 14

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~74.6% vs ~73.5%	Larger screen area ratio
Display Size	15.6 inches vs 14 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers

Reasons to choose MSI Cyborg 14 over MSI Cyborg 15

Weight	1.60 kg vs 1.98 kg	0.38 kg lighter
Side Bezel Thickness	2.4 mm vs 7 mm	4.6 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	162 ppi vs 141 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
GPU FLOPS	5.5 TFLOPS vs 5.01 TFLOPS	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5.2	Better HDMI connectivity
HDMI Version	2.1 vs 2.0

Common Strengths of MSI Cyborg 14 and MSI Cyborg 15

Launch Dates	January 2023 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	v6 vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.0 vs 1x HDMI 2.0	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 Cyborg 14 and MSI Cyborg 15

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

MSI Cyborg 15 vs MSI Cyborg 14: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the MSI Cyborg 15 and the MSI Cyborg 14.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.98 kg (4.37 lbs)	1.6 kg (3.53 lbs)
Surface Area	900 cm2 (139.5 inches2)	735 cm2 (113.9 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~74.6%	~73.5%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7 mm	~2.4 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.13 kg/inch	0.11 kg/inch
	0.286 lbs/inch	0.242 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Black
Cover Opening Angle	180Â°	180Â°

Comparison of the MSI Cyborg 15 and the MSI Cyborg 14 External Dimensions

Weight

Cyborg 15 weighs 1.98 kg (4.37 lbs), whereas the Cyborg 14 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

MSI Cyborg 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

MSI Cyborg 14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Thickness Comparison

MSI Cyborg 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

MSI Cyborg 14

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 MSI Cyborg 15 is 0.13 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the MSI Cyborg 14 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

MSI Cyborg 15 vs MSI Cyborg 14: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core i5 12450H Intel Core i7 12650H Intel Core i7 13620H	Intel Core i7 13620H
Base Frequency	2 GHz	2.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.4 GHz	4.9 GHz
Number of Cores	8	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)	1642	1796
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	8498	11376
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1587	1816
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	10024	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 MSI Cyborg 15 and MSI Cyborg 14.

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

Laptops with: Intel Core i5 12450H

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 13620H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 4GB GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB	GeForce RTX 3050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4050 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB
Base Clock Frequency	1065 MHz	1065 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	1343 MHz	1343 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	45 W	45 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX	Yes, Advanced Optimus
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	5.501 TFLOPS	5.5 TFLOPS
Memory Size	4 GB	6 GB
Memory Type	GDDR6	GDDR6
Memory Bus	128 bit	128 bit
Memory Speed	1500 MHz 12 Gbps effective	12 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2048	2048
TMUs	64	64
ROPs	32	40

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. MSI Cyborg 15 has a FLOPS value of 5.01 TFLOPS whereas the MSI Cyborg 14 ' has a FLOPS value of 5.5 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the MSI Cyborg 14 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 Cyborg 14 provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the Cyborg 15'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	MSI Cyborg 15	MSI Cyborg 14
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

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

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	53.5 Wh	53.2 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
USB Power Delivery	No	No
Charging Port Position	Right	Right
Charge Power	120 W	120 W

Moreover, the Cyborg 15 boasts a larger battery capacity of 54 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Cyborg 14's53 Wh.

Battery Comparison

MSI Cyborg 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

MSI Cyborg 14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

STORAGE
Both laptops, the Cyborg 15 and the Cyborg 14 have similar max. storage capacities of 2 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
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.

MSI Cyborg 15 vs MSI Cyborg 14: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the MSI Cyborg 15 and MSI Cyborg 14 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. Cyborg 15 has a display size of 15.6".On the other hand, Cyborg 14 has a smaller 14.0" display.The total usable screen area of the Cyborg 15 is 670cm² / 104inch² whereas the Cyborg 14's total usable screen area is 540cm² / 84inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Cyborg 14 features a higher pixel density with 162 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

MSI Cyborg 15

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

MSI Cyborg 14

Avg: 14.0-14.9"

Refresh Rate
Both Cyborg 15 and Cyborg 14 offer the same refresh rate of 144 Hz.

MSI Cyborg 15 vs MSI Cyborg 14 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Cyborg 14 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Cyborg 15 (v6).

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 Cyborg 15 and Cyborg 14 feature 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Cyborg 15 and Cyborg 14 feature 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 Cyborg 15 nor Cyborg 14 has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Cyborg 15 and Cyborg 14 feature an HDMI port. Cyborg 15 offers 1x HDMI 2.0, while Cyborg 14 offers 1x HDMI 2.1.

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 Cyborg 15 nor Cyborg 14 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Cyborg 15 and Cyborg 14 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)	v6	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.2	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.0	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