If you prioritize a larger screen and often use your laptop plugged in, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 might suit you well. However, for a slightly higher cost the MSI Raider GE67Hx offers an OLED screen with superior color quality, making it a better choice for color-critical work and entertainment. The Raider's slightly smaller and lighter build could be an advantage if you frequently carry your laptop. Both laptops have comparable performance capabilities for general use and gaming, but the ASUS's newer GPU may offer slight advantages in future-proofing and play for certain games. Consider your need for screen quality, portability, and budget 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 Raider GE67Hx
Very good for general use
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.4/10
9.1/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
344.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix G17 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
When considering general use, the ASUS ROG Strix G17 provides a satisfying visual experience due to a balance of resolution and brightness, but the MSI Raider GE67Hx steps it up with its top-tier display ensuring crisp and vibrant images. For engineering and design professionals who prioritize color accuracy and range, the MSI Raider excels with superior color space coverage, essential for precise work, while the ASUS offers respectable but not class-leading performance. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is crucial, both the ASUS and MSI may disappoint due to their lower refresh rates, despite adequate resolution and panel quality.
Battery
3.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE67Hx 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
Poor
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI Raider GE67Hx 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 Raider GE67Hx 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
$2,349
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx costs $2,349.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Raider GE67Hx to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17, with its larger screen and robust CPU and RAM, provides a great experience for general use, but its size and weight affect portability and it offers a moderate battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE67Hx comes with a high-quality OLED screen and excellent heat management, making it suitable for extensive use; however, it has shorter battery life and again, due to premium features and build, compromises on portability compared to more lightweight options.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
8.7/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx and ASUS ROG Strix G17 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and MSI Raider GE67Hx are excellent for gaming and 3D because they come with high-end GPUs, which are crucial for graphic-intensive tasks. Both feature screens with high refresh rates for smooth visuals, but the MSI has a slightly better screen pixel density and an OLED panel, offering deeper blacks and higher contrast, while the ASUS has a larger screen and effective heat management.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
8.9/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE67Hx and ASUS ROG Strix G17 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 stands out for engineering and design due to its robust AMD Ryzen 9 CPU and vivid IPS display, complemented by an Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU delivering solid graphics performance, though it's less portable and has moderate battery life.
Content Creation
8.3/10
8.3/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Raider GE67Hx 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.
Software Development
7.7/10
7.9/10
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx 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."
"If you've wanted to dip your toes into PC gaming but can't let go of your console roots, the MSI Raider GE67 HX stakes out an attractive middle ground between the speed and versatility of PC gaming and the comfort and ease of a console. If you can overlook its noisy fans and chintzy touchpad, the Raider provides a powerhouse entertainment experience with an OLED screen that tops most household TVs. It's not cheap, but this gaming machine is more than the sum of its parts."
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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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