If you prioritize high performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the MSI GE66 Raider, with its more powerful graphics card and double the RAM, may suit your needs better than the ASUS ROG Strix G17, despite costing more. However, the ASUS offers a larger screen with a higher refresh rate, which could be preferred if you enjoy smooth visuals and can accept a slightly lower graphics performance. Both have ample storage and their battery life is not substantially different for typical use. The MSI is slightly lighter, offering a bit more portability for on-the-go use. Consider how important these individual factors are for your workflows when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI GE66 Raider
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good overall build quality
Good battery life
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Software Development
7.7/10
8.4/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI GE66 Raider is very good for software development, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is good.
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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
8.2/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the MSI GE66 Raider for gaming and AI, while the MSI GE66 Raider has a better screen for engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the MSI GE66 Raider offer displays with sufficient resolution and brightness, providing crisp images and visibility in various lighting conditions. In engineering and design, the importance of accurate colors means that screens with wider color gamuts would be ideal, yet both models fall short on this aspect, potentially leading to less precise color reproduction. Despite having qualities suitable for everyday tasks and technical work, their lower refresh rates mean they may not deliver the smooth visuals desired for fast-paced 3D applications and gaming where fluid motion is key.
Battery
3.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 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.
Portability
Poor
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI GE66 Raider has only fair portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.5/10
The MSI GE66 Raider has very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,391
$3,199
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the MSI GE66 Raider costs $3,199.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GE66 Raider to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17's larger 17.3-inch screen and high refresh rate make it suitable for immersive general use, yet its size and weight reduce portability compared to the MSI GE66 Raider, which compensates with a more powerful CPU and double the RAM, offering smoother multitasking and performance for demanding applications. However, the GE66 Raider, with a higher resolution display and excellent keyboard quality, could be preferable for users prioritizing screen clarity and typing experience even if it offers slightly less battery life.
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 G17 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is favored for gaming and 3D tasks due to its Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and high screen refresh rate, but the MSI GE66 Raider's Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti GPU offers superb performance for the same applications despite a lower refresh rate, accompanied by a higher resolution screen for sharper image quality.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
9.1/10
9.8/10
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 G17 is very good.
The MSI GE66 Raider's suitability for engineering and design is higher due to its more powerful Intel i9 processor, double the RAM, and a higher-resolution screen compared to the ASUS ROG Strix G17's AMD Ryzen 9 processor, lesser RAM, and lower resolution display. Additionally, the Raider's superior GPU, the Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti, enhances its performance in graphics-intensive tasks, although both models may be less portable due to their larger size and weight and may experience louder operating noise during heavy use.
Content Creation
8.3/10
8.4/10
9.8/10
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 MSI GE66 Raider and ASUS ROG Strix G17 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the MSI GE66 Raider 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."
"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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