If portability and a touchscreen are important to you, the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is a solid choice as it's more lightweight and compact with a smaller screen, plus it's a bit less expensive. However, if you require a laptop for intensive tasks like gaming or engineering and prefer a larger screen, the MSI Raider GE77Hx has more processing power but is noticeably heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable. The performance for general use, 3D rendering, and machine learning is robust on both, but the MSI edges out in engineering tasks due to its powerful CPU and GPU. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow Z13
Very good for software development
Excellent portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE77Hx
Very good for gaming and AI
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5/10
8.7/10
6.2/10
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
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE77Hx is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Flow Z13 is good.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
8.4/10
13.4in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE77Hx for software development, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx has a better screen for gaming and AI.
If you prioritize a sharp, bright display for everyday tasks like web browsing or office work, both ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and MSI Raider GE77Hx are solid picks with their high-resolution screens and quality panels. For professionals working with visuals, like engineers and designers, these laptops' wide color gamuts ensure accurate color reproduction necessary for detailed work. However, for gaming or 3D rendering, you may find both lacking due to subpar refresh rates, which can lead to less smooth visuals compared to models catering specifically to those high-motion activities.
Portability
Excellent
Poor
13.4in
SIZE
17.3in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has excellent portability, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,575
$2,140
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has a price of $1,575 and the MSI Raider GE77Hx costs $2,140.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and MSI Raider GE77Hx are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 features a high-end CPU and a touch screen with high brightness and color accuracy; it's lighter and doubles as a tablet, offering greater portability and versatility for general use. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE77Hx, with its powerful CPU and high-end GPU, larger screen, and excellent keyboard quality, is better suited for those who prioritize screen real estate and typing experience over the ease of carrying the device.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
8.8/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
6.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE77Hx and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 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
8.2/10
8.2/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE77Hx and ASUS ROG Flow Z13 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
8.0/10
7.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow Z13 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx 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
6.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 has 6.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE77Hx has 5.5 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
8.5/10
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 and MSI Raider GE77Hx 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 Z13 and the MSI Raider GE77Hx compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Flow Z13 is a gaming tablet with powerful Alder Lake i9 CPU. The ROG Flow Z13 impresses with its good cooling. After our review, the impression is predominantly positive. Besides a very fast Alder Lake CPU and stable gaming performance, especially the cooling system is surprisingly effective and quiet. You can use the integrated speakers without any issues while gaming. The 1200p display in the 16:10 format also impresses with good color reproduction and high brightness. Since the battery runtimes aren't particularly long as it is, we wouldn't recommend the optional 4K panel."
"The MSI Raider GE77 offers a lot of power for a lot of money. The main components consist of a Core i9-12900HX CPU, a GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (175 watts TGP, 16 GB VRAM), and 64 GB of RAM, which makes for a high overall performance level. The GeForce GPU in particular scores some of the highest scores we have seen from this chip. Both the CPU and the GPU are able to run at continuously high clock speeds. The relatively high heat and noise emissions match our expectations for this device class. With approximately 5.5 to 6.5 hours, the battery life is good for a powerful 4K laptop."
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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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