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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers portability and a higher refresh rate touchscreen, making it suitable for on-the-go use and creative tasks. Its AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU provide strong performance for gaming and content creation. However, the MSI Raider GE66, while heavier and less portable, includes more RAM, a larger screen, and is typically less expensive. It has an Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, making it also well-suited for gaming, engineering tasks, and intensive applications. Consider whether portability or high-performance gaming is a higher priority, and choose accordingly. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
- Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE66
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8
8.5
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good.
The MSI Raider GE66 offers superior gaming and 3D performance compared to the ASUS ROG Flow X13 due to its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz, which results in smoother visuals. Meanwhile, the ASUS has a Nvidia RTX 4070 and a refresh rate of 165Hz, providing good but not quite as fluid gaming and 3D experiences.
Screen Quality
8.4
8.4
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE66 for general use.
If you're choosing a laptop for general use, the high resolution and brightness of the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and MSI Raider GE66 offer clear, vivid displays that make browsing and streaming a pleasure. For engineering and design tasks, both laptops excel with a wide range of colors provided by their high color gamut, ensuring that your work is seen with accurate, vibrant hues. However, if 3D work and gaming are your primary activities, the lower refresh rates on these machines mean you won't experience as smooth motion and responsiveness as you would on models specifically tailored for these tasks.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE66 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.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
13.4in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE66 has only fair portability.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.1
8.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The MSI Raider GE66 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers a balance of performance with its high-quality CPU and adequate RAM for smooth multitasking, while its smaller screen and lightweight design enhance portability and its convertible 2-in-1 feature provides versatility for general use. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE66, with a larger screen for clearer visuals, more RAM for even better multitasking, and a robust cooling system, tends to be less portable due to its heavier weight and larger size, though it offers longer battery life for extended use without charging.
Engineering and Design
8.5
8.9
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE66 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 boasts a high-resolution touchscreen display, a lightweight design making it highly portable, and is equipped with powerful CPU and GPU components suitable for design and engineering tasks; its main drawback is less RAM compared to the MSI. Meanwhile, the MSI Raider GE66 offers more RAM, which is better for memory-intensive engineering applications, a larger and faster refresh rate screen for detailed work, and stronger speakers, but it is heavier and less portable than the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.2
8.3
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE66 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both very 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
8.0
8.0
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Raider GE66 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both very good for software development.
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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and MSI Raider GE66 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,500
$2,499
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the MSI Raider GE66 costs $2,499.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the MSI Raider GE66 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS ROG Flow X13 | MSI Raider GE66 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,500 | $2,499 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.87 lbs | 5.25 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.77" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.35" | 10.51" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 75 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 511 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.8/10 | 6.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 6.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Flow X13
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Sebastian Bade | February 2021
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
MSI Raider GE66
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Patrick Schüdzig | June 2022
"The MSI Raider GE66 12UHS notebook passes with flying colors. The GE66 is a high-end notebook with strong performance. The keyboard and trackpad are still very good and score well with precise inputs as well as high build quality. Thanks to a new liquid metal cooling solution, the Intel Core i9 12900HK brings a performance increase of around 50 percent over the predecessor's Intel Core i9 10980HK. The installed graphics card in our device delivers up to 30 percent higher frame rates than the RTX 2070 Super in the MSI GE66 10SFS."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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