When considering the Asus ROG Strix G17 and the MSI Creator M14, think about what's most important to you. The Asus is likely better for gaming or graphically demanding tasks due to its larger chassis which often means better cooling and potentially more powerful graphics hardware. However, this also means it will be heavier and less convenient to carry around. The MSI, with its more compact form, is aimed at creatives and may offer a high-quality display with accurate colors and may be more portable. It's lighter and easier to travel with but may not handle prolonged heavy tasks as well due to thermal limitations. Make your choice based on whether performance in high-intensity tasks or convenience and portability is your priority. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
Very good for general use
Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
7.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator M14 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17, with its higher-end GPU and faster screen refresh rate, excels in providing a smooth and visually impressive gaming and 3D experience, essential for the most demanding tasks and games. On the other hand, the MSI Creator M14, while still offering solid performance for gaming and 3D applications, balances this with a focus on portability and a high-quality screen, suitable for content creation and everyday use.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
7.5/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has excellent resolution and panel quality making it vibrant and clear for general tasks and detail-oriented work like engineering and design, but its lower refresh rate may not be ideal for fast-paced gaming or 3D applications. In contrast, the MSI Creator M14 provides sufficiently high resolution and brightness for everyday use and professional design work, although it might not be the best fit for gaming or 3D modeling because of its subpar refresh rate. Both laptops have displays that offer good color accuracy, which is essential for engineering and design, but gamers and 3D artists should consider models with higher refresh rates for a smoother visual experience.
Battery
3.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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
Poor
Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,391
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17, with a high-performance CPU and ample RAM, excels in demanding tasks but sacrifices portability and battery life due to its larger size and power consumption. In contrast, the MSI Creator M14, while providing sufficient CPU power and RAM for general use, offers better screen quality, portability, and longer battery life, making it more suited for users who prioritize mobility and all-day use.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
8.4/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17, with its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and powerful GPU, excels in demanding engineering simulations and graphic design work, while its top-quality screen ensures vivid and precise visuals. The MSI Creator M14 also offers robust CPU and GPU capabilities suitable for engineering tasks, in a more portable form factor, with a highly-regarded keyboard, making it a balanced choice for those who frequently work on the go.
Content Creation
8.3/10
8.0/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and MSI Creator M14 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
7.7/10
7.8/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and ASUS ROG Strix G17 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
7.8/10
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and MSI Creator M14 both have 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 G17 and the MSI Creator M14 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Strix G17 is an attractive but unbalanced gaming laptop. Its potent AMD Ryzen 9 processor excels in 1080p gaming, but playing at 1440p leaves the middling GeForce RTX 4060 GPU shouldering most of the burden. The display is exceptionally colorful, which is handy for content creators, but since this is a gaming laptop it would be better served with improved HDR capabilities. If battery life isn't a priority, the Strix G17 could serve as a designer by day and a gamer by night."
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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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