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Updated February 26, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 typically offers strong gaming and engineering performance with a robust build but can be heavier, making it less ideal for frequent travel. If portability and a sleeker design are priorities, the MSI Stealth GS77 is a more suitable choice, though usually at a higher cost. Keep in mind that better portability can sometimes mean compromising on the highest possible performance or cooling efficiency compared to bulkier gaming models. Also, consider battery life, as gaming laptops often have shorter battery spans, so if long-lasting battery is crucial, it may affect your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
- Very good for gaming and AI
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS77
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.8
8.3
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
459.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth GS77 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 and MSI Stealth GS77 have panels with high resolution and brightness, making the display sharp, vibrant, and easy to view, which is essential for activities like browsing, watching videos, and document editing, thereby suiting general use. Their ability to display a wide range of colors accurately is critical for professionals in engineering and design, where precise color representation can make or break a project. However, their lower refresh rates fall short for gaming and 3D applications, where smoother motion and quick screen updates are crucial for an immersive experience.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth GS77 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.
Cost
$1,599
$2,499
$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 Stealth GS77 costs $2,499.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.1
8.4
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
459.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 offers strong CPU performance and abundant RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient handling of demanding applications, along with high screen quality for crisp visuals; however, its gaming pedigree means it's less portable and may have shorter battery life. Meanwhile, the MSI Stealth GS77 matches in CPU and RAM capabilities for robust general use, comes with a high-quality display too, and typically offers better portability and longer battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go users who also expect premium performance.
Gaming and AI
8.4
7.9
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) to be very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Stealth GS77 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 boasts a high-performance GPU and a high screen refresh rate, making it an excellent choice for gamers and professionals working with 3D graphics, ensuring smooth gameplay and efficient rendering. The MSI Stealth GS77 also offers a robust GPU and fast screen refresh rate but puts a slightly greater emphasis on portability and a sleek design, with a quality display and capable CPU for a balanced gaming and production experience.
Engineering and Design
8.8
8.7
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and MSI Stealth GS77 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G16, with its high-end CPU, ample RAM, and top-tier GPU, excels in demanding engineering tasks and provides an exceptional screen for design work, while the MSI Stealth GS77 also offers robust CPU and GPU performance with plentiful RAM and a high-quality display, but is more portable and has a quieter operation, making it ideal for those who need to move around frequently without sacrificing power. Both laptops feature good keyboards and speakers, ensuring a comfortable and immersive user experience during long work sessions.
Content Creation
8.4
8.3
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and MSI Stealth GS77 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
8.1
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 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
17.3in
5.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and MSI Stealth GS77 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth GS77 to have 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) and the MSI Stealth GS77 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024) | MSI Stealth GS77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,599 | $2,499 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2024 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 10.4'' x 1.05'' | 15.7'' x 11.2'' x 0.79'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.51 lbs | 6.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 15.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.39" | 11.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-14900HX | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 459 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2024)
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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 GS77
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Allen Ngo | April 2022
"The MSI Stealth GS77 is better than the GS76... mostly. The GS77 is a few steps forward and a few steps back from the GS76. Improvements are numerous including the stronger and more rigid skeleton, higher resolution webcam, larger clickpad, easier serviceability, relatively similar battery runtimes, newer display options, and higher performance at about the same TDP and TGP levels as before. CPU performance is better than expected even when compared to other laptops with Core i7 or Core i9 processors. The newer model feels more substantial than the outgoing one for higher quality impressions as well."
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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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