Choosing between the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the MSI Creator Z16P depends on your needs. The ASUS is primarily designed for intensive gaming, offering high performance but may be less portable due to its size and weight. On the other hand, the MSI is also capable of handling gaming and other demanding tasks; it targets creators with features that might be beneficial for tasks such as video editing and 3D design, and it offers a balance between performance and portability. Consider the MSI if your work requires a more versatile machine for creative tasks, or the ASUS if gaming is your top priority. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator Z16P
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good portability
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.9/10
8.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
394.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a better screen than the MSI Creator Z16P for gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator Z16P has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a display that offers high resolution and brightness, making it suitable for general use and detailed engineering work, but its lower refresh rate makes it less ideal for the smooth visuals required in fast-paced gaming and 3D rendering. The MSI Creator Z16P, with its superior color coverage, benefits professionals in engineering and design who need accurate color representation, while also providing a crisp and bright image for everyday tasks. However, like the ASUS, it doesn't cater to gamers or 3D artists who prioritize high refresh rates for fluid motion.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator Z16P has 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.
Cost
$1,500
$1,300
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has a price of $1,500 and the MSI Creator Z16P costs $1,300.
The MSI Creator Z16P and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition with its AMD Ryzen 9 processor and a high refresh rate screen delivers strong performance for general use, but its heavier weight and larger size can compromise portability compared to the MSI Creator Z16P, which offers a higher screen resolution and touch functionality along with an Intel i9 processor and a solid state drive twice the size, making it suitable for creativity tasks without sacrificing battery life. However, the MSI Creator Z16P's superior keyboard and build quality are countered by weaker heat management compared to the ASUS.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
7.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition and MSI Creator Z16P are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is a strong contender for gaming and 3D due to its AMD RX 6800M GPU and high screen refresh rate of 300, which ensures smooth visuals during fast-paced action. On the other hand, the MSI Creator Z16P also excels in these areas with a potent Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a solid refresh rate of 165, providing great performance and visual fluidity, as well as a higher screen resolution for crisper images.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
8.3/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Creator Z16P and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition is equipped with a high-performance CPU and GPU suitable for demanding engineering tasks, with ample RAM and a quality screen, but it's heavier and thicker, affecting portability. In contrast, the MSI Creator Z16P also offers a top-tier CPU, superior GPU, more RAM, and a higher resolution touchscreen with better color accuracy, which benefits design work, though its speaker and build quality are somewhat superior, the tradeoff is a lower battery life and higher operating noise.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.9/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator Z16P and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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
7.3/10
7.6/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator Z16P and ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
16.0in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator Z16P to have good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator Z16P to have very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 Advantage Edition has 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 Strix G15 Advantage Edition and the MSI Creator Z16P compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G15, as the first in a line of "AMD Advantage"-branded notebooks, is a statement that yes, you can get a premium AMD gaming notebook. Maybe you can't have it all, but you can get pretty close. The ROG Strix G15's combination of the AMD Ryzen 5900HX and Radeon RX 6800M, as well as other technologies that take advantage of them, make a potent, thin gaming machine. Powerful Dolby Atmos speakers and long battery life when you aren't gaming are nice bonuses."
"There's almost nothing left to be desired with the MSI Z16P. The creator laptop offers enormous performance resources for image editing, video editing, rendering, and more. All this is presented on a precalibrated, adequately sized, and high-resolution display. Its color space, refresh rate, and panel technology are also perfectly suited for a device that specializes in video reproduction and editing."
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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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