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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Acer Aspire 5 15 offers a good balance of performance and affordability, making it suitable for general use and light productivity tasks. It has good battery life and is quite portable, which is convenient if you're often on the move. However, the MSI Bravo 15, while more expensive, offers better performance for tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, or intensive computing due to its more powerful graphics chip. It has a higher refresh rate display, which is particularly beneficial for gaming, but it's also heavier, which could make it less ideal for travel. If budget is a significant concern and your tasks don't demand high graphics performance, the Acer might be the better choice. If you're looking for higher performance for specialized tasks and don't mind the additional cost and weight, the MSI Bravo 15 would be more suitable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Acer Aspire 5 15
- Good for software development
- Good portability
- Good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.1
7.2
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair.
The MSI Bravo 15 is more suitable for gaming and 3D applications as it features a dedicated Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card, which outperforms the integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics found in the Acer Aspire 5 15. Additionally, the MSI Bravo 15's screen has a higher refresh rate, enhancing the gaming experience by providing smoother motion than the Acer Aspire 5 15.
Engineering and Design
6.6
7.2
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
2.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for engineering and design, while the Acer Aspire 5 15 is only fair.
The Acer Aspire 5 15, with its Intel CPU and integrated graphics, is designed for efficiency and extended battery life, making it suitable for engineering tasks that don't require heavy graphics processing; it also has more RAM for multitasking and a higher portability score than the MSI Bravo 15, which offers a more powerful AMD CPU paired with a dedicated Nvidia GPU for GPU-intensive design tasks but comes with less RAM and a slightly lower portability due to its higher weight.
Screen Quality
6.2
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
275.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Acer Aspire 5 15's screen is sufficient for general tasks due to its adequate resolution and brightness, but it may lack the color accuracy and gamut desired by engineering and design professionals. The MSI Bravo 15 offers a better visual experience for general usage with improved brightness and possibly finer resolution, yet like the Aspire, it falls short in color fidelity for professional design work. Neither model is optimal for gaming or 3D work, as they lack high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth visuals in fast-paced environments.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$480
$862
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has a price of $480 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $862.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.5
7.1
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
275.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use.
The Acer Aspire 5 15 is well-suited for general use due to its combination of good battery life, a more portable form factor, and sufficient RAM for multitasking, all complemented by a screen with solid color accuracy and brightness. In comparison, the MSI Bravo 15 offers less battery life and is heavier, making it less ideal for portability, plus it has less RAM which may affect performance during general multitasking, though it does have a better dedicated graphics card for more graphically intensive tasks.
Content Creation
7.3
7.1
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Acer Aspire 5 15 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.3
6.8
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Acer Aspire 5 15 to be good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Acer Aspire 5 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
6.5
6.7
The MSI Bravo 15 and Acer Aspire 5 15 both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Acer Aspire 5 15 and the MSI Bravo 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Acer Aspire 5 15 | MSI Bravo 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$480 | $862 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.4'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.97 lbs | 4.96 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.21" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.4" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1335U | AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 50 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 275 nits | 267 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Acer Aspire 5 15
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Sascha Mölck | November 2022
"The Acer Aspire 5 15 is a good value office laptop with reasonable battery life. The combination of slim exterior, relatively low weight (approx. 1.7 kg) and 8 hour real-life battery runtime makes the Acer Aspire a truly mobile laptop. The modest Tiger Lake processor supports this area and simultaneously ensures an affordable price point. The Aspire produces little noise and stays cool. The screen (FHD, IPS) might not win any prizes but is entirely appropriate for the price."
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Nikolay Palaozov | July 2023
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming laptop."
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About Acer
Acer is a prominent Taiwanese electronics brand which makes a wide range of laptops, with multiple product lines catering to personal use, gaming, and business use. They are renowned for having exceptional value for money, as they frequently offer good specifications at a lower price than other manufacturers.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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