Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 vs MSI Thin 15
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 2025, 32GB, 4TB SSD, Space Black
MSI Thin 15, Core i5-13420H, 16GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4050, Gray
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 2025, 32GB, 4TB SSD, Space Black
The MacBook Pro M5 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its speed, smooth performance, and beautiful display. Users upgrading from older models note significant improvements in battery life, keyboard feel, and port selection. A few complaints focus on shipping delays and a minor display issue, but the overall sentiment is highly favorable.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Smooth operation
- Beautiful display
- Great battery life
- Improved keyboard
Cons
- Shipping delays
- Minor display issue
MSI Thin 15, Core i5-13420H, 16GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4050, Gray
The answers confirm that this MSI gaming laptop is well-equipped for modern gaming. Its RTX 4050 GPU can handle AAA titles at high settings, and the 144 Hz FHD display ensures smooth visuals. The absence of a direct battery life or build quality complaint, combined with upgrade queries, suggests users see value but have practical concerns about longevity and support.
Pros
- RTX 4050 handles AAA games
- 144 Hz FHD display
- Support for RAM/SSD upgrades
- Dedicated gaming GPU
Cons
- No battery life info mentioned
- No build quality details
- No direct user complaints on thermals
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 | MSI Thin 15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Apple M5 ★ | Intel Core i5 13420H |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 10★ | 8 |
| Frequency | — | 3.4 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 12 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Apple (10-Core) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 6 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | System Shared | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 4 TB★ | 2 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 14.2" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | 3024 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 1600 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | 0 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | — |
| HDMI | HDMI | 1 x HDMI |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | — | 1 x RJ-45 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.50 kg★ | 2.22 kg |
| Battery | 72 Wh★ | — |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 2025, 32GB, 4TB SSD, Space Black
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong storage (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Below average affordability (6th percentile)6th %ile
MSI Thin 15, Core i5-13420H, 16GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4050, Gray
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong gpu (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong port selection (68th percentile)
- Below average portability (33rd percentile)
Pricing
MSI Thin 15, Core i5-13420H, 16GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4050, Gray offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 13 of 30 specs.