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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 tends to be less expensive than the MSI Stealth GS66, making it an attractive option if budget is a key factor. If you prioritize portability, the MSI Stealth GS66 is lighter and has a slightly better portability score, which could be significant if you travel often or have to carry your laptop around a lot. Despite the Stealth GS66's high refresh rate display, the ROG Strix G16 has a display with a taller aspect ratio, which might be preferable for productivity tasks. For gaming or performance-intensive tasks like 3D rendering or engineering software, the ROG Strix G16 has a newer GPU, potentially providing a better experience. Keep in mind the Strix G16 has a larger screen size and better battery life, which is beneficial for longer usage sessions away from a power source. The Stealth GS66, on the other hand, comes with Windows 11 Pro and a premium build quality, which might be more appealing if you're looking for a high-end feel and additional professional features. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS66
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good portability
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.5
8.1
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
291.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
The MSI Stealth GS66 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G16 for general use, and gaming and AI.
When prioritizing general use such as browsing and watching videos, both the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the MSI Stealth GS66 offer screens with satisfying resolution and brightness, making images clear and easy to view. For engineering and design tasks that demand precise color reproduction, these laptops have good coverage of color spaces like DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, ensuring that colors in your projects will be accurate and vibrant. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial, both models have lower refresh rates, which may result in less fluid movement on-screen compared to laptops specifically optimized for such tasks.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth GS66 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Stealth GS66 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,374
$1,799
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a price of $1,374 and the MSI Stealth GS66 costs $1,799.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.7
7.7
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
291.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
280.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and MSI Stealth GS66 are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and the MSI Stealth GS66 are both equipped with solid CPUs and ample RAM, ensuring smooth performance for general tasks, along with quality IPS screens; however, the ASUS has a longer battery life which is ideal for extended use without a power source, while the MSI offers greater portability due to its thinner build and lighter weight. While both offer good storage capacity and multiple ports for connectivity, the emphasis on screen quality and battery life makes the ASUS suitable for those preferring endurance and visual experience, and the MSI appealing for users who prioritize a slim, lightweight design for easier travel.
Gaming and AI
7.9
7.8
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and MSI Stealth GS66 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 comes with a high-end GPU and a screen with a fast refresh rate, which makes it ideal for smooth gaming experiences and running demanding 3D applications. The MSI Stealth GS66 also packs a powerful GPU and impressive screen refresh rate, providing a competitive gaming edge and clear visuals, while its robust CPU and premium screen quality offer an additional boost for multitasking and viewing content.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.2
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and MSI Stealth GS66 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 is favored for engineering and design due to its potent Intel i7 CPU, dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU, and ample RAM, complemented by a high-quality IPS display with a 16:10 aspect ratio which offers more vertical screen real estate. The MSI Stealth GS66, while also boasting a robust Intel i7 CPU and a high-end Nvidia RTX GPU, is lighter and thinner, offering better portability and a 16:9 screen that is still high quality but provides a more conventional viewing experience. Both are equipped with substantial RAM and storage, but the GS66's portability may appeal to those regularly working on the go despite slightly less screen space compared to the G16.
Content Creation
7.9
7.7
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and MSI Stealth GS66 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
7.7
7.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and MSI Stealth GS66 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
7.8
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth GS66 to have very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 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 G16 and the MSI Stealth GS66 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 | MSI Stealth GS66 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,374 | $1,799 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 14.2'' x 9.7'' x 0.71'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 4.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 14.17" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 9.65" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13650HX | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 291 nits | 280 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.3/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G16
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Marc Herter | March 2023
"With the mobile Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080, the Asus ROG Stix G16 hits the sweet spot between performance and cooling. The G16 also does not have to shy away from direct comparison with its supposedly stronger family member, the ROG Strix Scar 18 with its RTX 4090, as most benchmarks of the two laptops are very close to each other. Moreover, the G16 should be significantly cheaper. Depending on the supplier, the price difference here could be almost US$ 2,000. In the 2023 model series, Asus has significantly leveled out the differences between the two high-end lines."
MSI Stealth GS66
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Florian Glaser | February 2022
"The MSI Stealth GS66 is powerful enough for QHD. The Core i7-12700H and the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti found in the 12UGS model that we tested run all modern games smoothly in the native QHD resolution. The 15-inch display is very fast with its 240 Hz refresh rate, and it also offers a great color space (almost 100% DCI-P3) on top of that, which should please gamers as well as content creators, although we would have still wished for a higher brightness. Case, input devices, and connectivity (Thunderbolt 4) are at a good level. However, among other things, the GS66 loses points due to the high temperature development in 3D mode and its poor webcam."
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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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