If you prioritize top-notch gaming or heavy graphics work, the Asus offers high performance but at a higher cost and less convenience for travel. The MSI may save you money and is easier to carry around, suitable for general use and moderate gaming, but it won't match the Asus in raw power for the most demanding tasks. Consider the Asus for cutting-edge gaming or intensive tasks and the MSI for a balance between performance and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024)
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good overall display quality
Good battery life
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
Very good overall build quality
Key differences
General Use
8.7/10
8.0/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
422.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
5.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and MSI Vector GP76 are both very good for general use, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is somewhat better.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 offers a powerful CPU and ample RAM ensuring swift performance for everyday tasks, a high-quality screen for crisp visuals, but is less portable and has a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go use. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76 provides similar CPU and RAM benefits, also boasts a good screen, and while it's somewhat easier to carry around, it still faces the challenge of limited battery life compared to lighter, less powerful laptops.
Engineering and Design
9.2/10
8.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Vector GP76 is very good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 typically offers top-tier CPU and GPU performance alongside ample RAM and a high-quality screen, tailor-made for demanding engineering tasks and intricate designs that require heavy graphical processing. The MSI Vector GP76, while powerful as well, might lean slightly more towards gamers with a balance of solid performance and enhanced features like keyboard quality and operating noise, but may not match the ASUS in sheer horsepower for the most intensive engineering software.
Content Creation
8.8/10
8.0/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and MSI Vector GP76 are both very good for content creation, though the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is somewhat better.
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
8.5/10
7.6/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) is very good for software development, while the MSI Vector GP76 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
8.7/10
7.9/10
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
422.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 likely offers a high-resolution display and excellent color accuracy, with a broad color gamut, making it suitable for engineering and design tasks, but its lower refresh rate could hinder the gaming experience. The MSI Vector GP76, while also providing good resolution and color reproduction for professional work and casual use, falls short for gaming and high-motion 3D work due to a potentially modest refresh rate. Both laptops, however, seem to lack in areas crucial for gaming and 3D applications, such as the high refresh rates required for fluid, tear-free visuals that are less critical for general use and professional design work.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 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
$2,203
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) has a price of $2,203 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) and MSI Vector GP76 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G18 boasts a high-end GPU and a fast screen refresh rate, making it exceptional for smooth, high-resolution gaming and 3D rendering. The MSI Vector GP76 also features a powerful GPU and quick refresh rate, complemented by a capable CPU and high screen quality, offering robust gaming and 3D performance.
Portability
Poor
Poor
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
6.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The MSI Vector GP76 and ASUS ROG Strix G18 (2024) both have poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to have very good build quality, while the ASUS ROG Strix G18 (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 G18 (2024) and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
"With the ROG Strix G18, Asus has made an almost consistently good debut in the still quite new 18-inch laptop segment. The base unit case shows a few signs of weakness in the area of stability and is something which has an effect on the perceived quality of the input devices (the chassis tends to rattle a bit). Nevertheless, thanks to generous port features (incl. Thunderbolt 4), a striking design, and extensive lighting (keyboard, LED strip on the front), gamers get a fitting gaming platform."
"The MSI Vector GP76 12UGS is a gaming laptop on speed. The advantages are clear: The Vector GP76 is a real gamer with its 360 Hz display and super-fast response times. In addition, the Core i7-12700H has double the power of the CPU in its predecessor and another highlight is the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti with a real power consumption of 150 watts. This places the device in the top range of our database. The Vector can also operate rather quietly, offers a full sound range, improved battery runtimes, a key-configurable RGB keyboard, a very stable chassis and good upgrade options. Moreover, the display produces a nice, rich and clear picture."
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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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