Considering your options, if keeping costs down is a priority and you primarily engage in general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G16 can serve you well, although you may find it less portable due to its size and weight. On the other hand, if you frequently perform demanding tasks like 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, and require a laptop with stronger performance, the MSI GE66 Raider will be better suited for those needs, albeit at a higher cost. It also typically offers a better battery life, but remember with increased performance comes decreased portability due to its heft. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI GE66 Raider
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good overall build quality
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.8/10
8.2/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the MSI GE66 Raider for general use, and gaming and AI, while the MSI GE66 Raider has a better screen for content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Strix G16 and MSI GE66 Raider have displays with sharp resolution and adequate brightness, making them excellent for everyday tasks such as web browsing and video streaming. In engineering and design, these laptops boast wide color gamuts, ensuring that professionals who require color accuracy for tasks like photo editing or CAD work are well-served. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these displays may not deliver the smooth visuals preferred by gamers or those working with fast-moving graphics.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI GE66 Raider 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
7.8/10
8.5/10
The MSI GE66 Raider has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,599
$3,199
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) has a price of $1,599 and the MSI GE66 Raider costs $3,199.
The MSI GE66 Raider and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its robust CPU and ample RAM, handles everyday tasks with ease and features a high-quality screen, but its bulk and shorter battery life may not suit those who frequently move around. The MSI GE66 Raider, while equally capable in performance due to similar CPU and RAM, offers better portability and longer battery life, making it more convenient for on-the-go use, even though it may sacrifice some screen quality in comparison.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
8.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI GE66 Raider and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 features a high-quality GPU and an impressive screen refresh rate, which are essential for smooth and immersive gaming and 3D experiences, but the MSI GE66 Raider offers an even more powerful GPU and equally high refresh rate, providing exceptional performance and fluid visuals for the most demanding games and 3D applications. While both have strong CPUs and good screen quality, the superior GPU in the MSI makes it the better choice for hardcore gamers and professionals in 3D fields.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
9.1/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GE66 Raider to be excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) is very good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers a high-quality screen and solid CPU and GPU performance, favorable for engineering applications, but the MSI GE66 Raider surpasses it with exceptional processing and graphical capabilities, making it excellent for demanding engineering tasks. While both have quality keyboards and screens, the Raider's superior RAM also supports more intensive multitasking, though it's less portable and potentially louder under heavy load.
Content Creation
8.4/10
8.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and MSI GE66 Raider 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
8.4/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI GE66 Raider and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very 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
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI GE66 Raider and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and the MSI GE66 Raider compare to other laptops
"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."
"The MSI Raider GE66 12UHS notebook passes with flying colors. The GE66 is a high-end notebook with strong performance. The keyboard and trackpad are still very good and score well with precise inputs as well as high build quality. Thanks to a new liquid metal cooling solution, the Intel Core i9 12900HK brings a performance increase of around 50 percent over the predecessor's Intel Core i9 10980HK. The installed graphics card in our device delivers up to 30 percent higher frame rates than the RTX 2070 Super in the MSI GE66 10SFS."
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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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