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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 comes at a midrange price, is significantly less expensive, and is lighter, which may offer you better portability and battery life; it's suited for general use, 3D and machine learning applications, and engineering tasks but has less RAM than the MSI option. The MSI Stealth GS77, being more expensive, provides a larger screen, more RAM which could be beneficial for intensive tasks, and superior overall performance; however, it is heavier, impacting its portability, and it has a shorter battery life than the ASUS laptop. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
- Good portability
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS77
- Very good for software development
- Good battery life
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.5
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth GS77 for general use, and engineering and design, while the MSI Stealth GS77 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a vibrant and sharp display for productivity and media consumption, the ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers excellent resolution and brightness, making it a solid choice for general use and detailed work in engineering and design due to its wide color gamut. Similarly, the MSI Stealth GS77 provides great clarity and color accuracy which is crucial for professional creative tasks and everyday activities. However, for immersive gaming and seamless 3D experiences, both models might disappoint due to their lower refresh rates, though they still maintain decent resolution and panel quality for other uses.
Portability
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has good portability, while the MSI Stealth GS77 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$2,499
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the MSI Stealth GS77 costs $2,499.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.4
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
502.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good for general use due to its high screen brightness, strong color coverage, and convertible 2-in-1 design, but has less RAM and a less powerful CPU than the MSI Stealth GS77, which offers a larger screen and more RAM, contributing to its very good general use classification, yet it is heavier and less portable.
Gaming and AI
7.6
7.9
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both good for gaming and AI.
The MSI Stealth GS77 offers a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, which are very important for gaming and 3D performance, making it very good for these tasks. Meanwhile, the ASUS ROG Flow X16's Nvidia RTX 3060 graphics card and slightly lower refresh rate frame it as simply good for the same activities, though its screen quality and CPU are still robust for various tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.7
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS77 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers a high-quality, versatile screen ideal for design, and its AMD CPU and Nvidia GPU provide excellent performance for engineering software, but it has less RAM than the MSI Stealth GS77, which can handle more complex tasks with its more robust RAM, Intel CPU, and superior Nvidia GPU. While the Flow X16 is more portable and offers a touchscreen, the Stealth GS77's larger size and weight provide a bigger and more color-accurate screen, which is crucial for detailed engineering work.
Content Creation
8.0
8.3
8.1/10
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 Stealth GS77 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 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
7.7
8.1
8.1/10
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
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth GS77 to be very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good.
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
5.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth GS77 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
8.5
8.0
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and MSI Stealth GS77 both have very good 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 ASUS ROG Flow X16 and the MSI Stealth GS77 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Flow X16 | MSI Stealth GS77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $2,499 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.6'' x 0.76'' | 15.7'' x 11.2'' x 0.79'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 6.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 15.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.57" | 11.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 502 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Flow X16
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Christian Hintze | June 2023
"Above all else, the Asus ROG Flow X16 is one thing - versatile! It is a thin, mobile work device, it's a 2-in-1, tablet, a powerful workstation and even a gaming PC. But something even more surprising: It does all of these things really well without making any big blunders. It's anything but a lazy compromise. Because, despite its compact dimensions and 2-in-1 functionality, the hardware isn't throttled and boasts, at least in turbo mode, above-average performance."
MSI Stealth GS77
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Allen Ngo | April 2022
"The MSI Stealth GS77 is better than the GS76... mostly. The GS77 is a few steps forward and a few steps back from the GS76. Improvements are numerous including the stronger and more rigid skeleton, higher resolution webcam, larger clickpad, easier serviceability, relatively similar battery runtimes, newer display options, and higher performance at about the same TDP and TGP levels as before. CPU performance is better than expected even when compared to other laptops with Core i7 or Core i9 processors. The newer model feels more substantial than the outgoing one for higher quality impressions as well."
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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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