Recording summary · July 2019
Why the iPad Pro is better than MSI gaming laptops
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Overview
Daniel compares his 11-inch iPad Pro with his 15-inch MSI gaming laptop, determining that the iPad Pro is the better overall purchase because of its portability, comfort, silent operation, superior screen brightness, and better speakers.
The MSI laptop cost around £1,000 including a gaming mouse and features a Core i7 8th-generation processor, GTX 1060 graphics, an SSD, and a 1 TB hard drive, while the iPad Pro setup cost approximately £900 with accessories.
For gaming and productivity, the laptop offers superior graphics, a Steam library, mouse controls, coding, and 3D modeling capability despite heat and fan noise; the iPad operates silently with a touchscreen suitable for games like Darkest Dungeon and video editing using KineMaster rather than Videoleap.
Daniel regrets buying the MSI gaming laptop after losing interest in Rainbow Six, and offers to sell the lightly used laptop for £700.
Themes
Comparison of purchase costs, hardware specifications, displays, and audio between the MSI gaming laptop and the iPad Pro.
Gaming performance, control interfaces, library options, and thermal noise differences across both devices.
Productivity workflows, including video editing applications on iPad versus coding and 3D modeling on a laptop.
Keyboard configurations, contrasting the built-in laptop keyboard, Apple's Smart Keyboard, and third-party Bluetooth keyboards.
Portability and usability differences across varied seating and resting positions.
The resale offer for the MSI laptop and ideas for upcoming comparisons involving a Samsung S10.
Developments
Daniel prepares a cup of instant coffee while recording.
Daniel bought Minecraft on the iPad to recreate his home.
Daniel broke the hinge of a third-party iPad keyboard case after prying the tablet out using a knife.
Daniel took the MSI gaming laptop to Germany and used it for a few weeks.