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Updated January 12, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers a larger 17.3-inch display and a higher-capacity battery than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio's 14-inch screen and smaller battery. The ASUS is powered by an AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX processor, which may offer better performance for intensive tasks compared to the MSI's Intel i7-13620H, particularly if your work can utilize the higher core count of the AMD CPU. However, the MSI laptop is lighter and more portable due to its smaller size, making it a better option if you need to carry it around often. Both laptops feature the same Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card, providing similar gaming and graphics performance. If portability is a priority and you're working on less demanding tasks, the MSI could be advantageous, while if you're seeking higher performance for demanding engineering tasks and don't mind less portability, the ASUS might be the better fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G17
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
- Good portability
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.4
7.8
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 stands out in gaming and 3D applications due to its larger screen with a high refresh rate, which is ideal for fast-paced visuals, while the equally capable Nvidia GPU ensures smooth graphics. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio, though matching in GPU power and offering a quality display, has a lower screen refresh rate and a smaller screen, making it less optimal for those specific tasks but potentially more portable given its smaller size and weight.
Screen Quality
8.4
7.6
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
320.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 excels in general use and engineering tasks with a display that offers sharp visuals and vibrant colors, but for gaming and 3D needs, its lower refresh rate can hinder the smoothness and responsiveness critical in those scenarios. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio, providing similarly good color accuracy and resolution, makes it suitable for creatives and everyday users, but like the ASUS, its poorer refresh rate doesn't quite meet the demands of high-speed gaming or 3D rendering. Essentially, both laptops cater well to productivity and professional design work but may disappoint enthusiasts seeking the fluid gaming experiences that high refresh rates offer.
Battery
3.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has 3 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has 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
3.7 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has good portability, while the ASUS ROG Strix G17 has poor portability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.8
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
320.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio are both good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 offers a larger screen with higher resolution and better color coverage, complemented by a powerful AMD CPU, making it ideal for demanding tasks and visual work, but its size and weight detract from its portability and it has a modest battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio with its Intel CPU is more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight, has a good display, and while it has lesser battery capacity, it balances performance with better portability for general use.
Engineering and Design
8.8
8.5
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 features a high-performance AMD Ryzen CPU and a larger, sharper screen that excels in color accuracy, which is crucial for design applications, whereas the MSI Stealth 14 Studio offers similar CPU and GPU capabilities in a more compact and lighter build, potentially sacrificing screen size and battery life for better portability and ease of use in various environments.
Content Creation
8.3
7.9
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Strix G17 to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good.
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
7.4
9.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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
7.6
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,391
$1,432
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G17 has a price of $1,391 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,432.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G17 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Strix G17 | MSI Stealth 14 Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,391 | $1,432 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | February 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.1'' x 1.21'' | 12.4'' x 9.7'' x 0.75'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.17 lbs | 3.75 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.55" | 12.4" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 9.69" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 7845HX | Intel i7-13620H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 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 | 3 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 72 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 165Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 320 nits | 300 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.7/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
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 | N/A | 4 | |
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ASUS ROG Strix G17
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PCMag
Mark Knapp | October 2023
"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."
MSI Stealth 14 Studio
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Francisco Lahoz | June 2023
"You'll find a versatility in the MSI Stealth 14 Studio that isn’t matched by many content-creator laptops we've tested of late. The small frame allows you to (potentially) work from anywhere with an outlet and, if noise isn’t a concern, run your most demanding of programs, thanks to some powerful hardware inside. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is an attractive and powerful option if you want a portable laptop to be the center of your content work setup."
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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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