The ASUS ROG Flow X16 is somewhat less expensive with decent performance for engineering, good for everyday use, offers a touchscreen and is more portable with longer battery life, making it suitable for on-the-go tasks. The MSI Vector GP76 is somewhat more expensive, designed with a larger screen and more powerful components better suited for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering tasks where performance is crucial, but it's less portable with a shorter battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X16
Very good overall display quality
Good portability
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6/10
8.4/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 is good.
The MSI Vector GP76 leads in gaming and 3D performance with a stronger GPU and a higher screen refresh rate ideal for smooth and detailed graphics, while the ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers a respectable but lesser GPU capability paired with a lower refresh rate which may not be as fluid for fast-paced gaming and 3D applications.
Screen Quality
8.5/10
7.9/10
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
502.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for general use, and engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a display with high resolution and brightness which makes it ideal for general use and engineering tasks that require precise color representation, but its lower refresh rate detracts from the experience in fast-paced gaming where smoother motion is key. The MSI Vector GP76 also offers a good combination of resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks and detailed design work, but like the ASUS, it falls short for gaming due to its less-than-optimal refresh rate. For both laptops, while they excel in image and color quality, gamers and those involved in high-motion 3D work would notice less fluidity in visuals when compared to displays with higher refresh rates.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has 5.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 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
Good
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 has a price of $1,300 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
The MSI Vector GP76 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 offers a 2-in-1 convertible design with a touchscreen for versatility and high portability with its longer battery life, but with less RAM than the MSI Vector GP76, which provides more memory aiding in smoother operations for demanding tasks, albeit at the expense of portability due to a shorter battery life and heavier weight.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
8.7/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 and ASUS ROG Flow X16 are both very good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.0/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and MSI Vector GP76 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
7.7/10
7.6/10
8.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and MSI Vector GP76 are both 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
8.5/10
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X16 and MSI Vector GP76 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 Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The MSI Vector GP76 12UGS is a gaming laptop on speed. The advantages are clear: The Vector GP76 is a real gamer with its 360 Hz display and super-fast response times. In addition, the Core i7-12700H has double the power of the CPU in its predecessor and another highlight is the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti with a real power consumption of 150 watts. This places the device in the top range of our database. The Vector can also operate rather quietly, offers a full sound range, improved battery runtimes, a key-configurable RGB keyboard, a very stable chassis and good upgrade options. Moreover, the display produces a nice, rich and clear picture."
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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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