The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and MSI Vector GP76 are similarly priced. The ASUS has a more powerful processor which will excel in intensive engineering tasks. However, the MSI offers twice the RAM for potentially smoother multitasking and demanding applications. Both have high-performance graphics cards suitable for gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning. The ASUS is lighter and has a higher battery capacity, increasing portability and battery life, while the MSI has a larger screen that could benefit design work, but it's heavier and has a lower battery capacity. Choose the ASUS for performance and mobility, or the MSI for advanced multitasking and a larger display. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15
Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
Very good for general use
Very good overall build quality
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.9/10
7.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
283.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 for content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and MSI Vector GP76 laptops offer screens with pleasing resolution and brightness, making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming. Engineers and designers will appreciate their wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation for tasks such as photo editing or CAD work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the lower refresh rates on these laptops may not provide the smooth experience desired by enthusiasts and professionals working in real-time graphics.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has 5.5 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.
Portability
Fair
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
5.0 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has only fair portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,000
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 has a price of $2,000 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 is good.
The MSI Vector GP76 features more RAM and a larger screen which contributes to its very good rating for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, with lesser RAM and a more compact display, is considered good for general activities. Furthermore, the MSI Vector GP76's excellence in heat management and good portability score despite its size, contrast with the ASUS's fair portability, indicating a trade-off between size and mobility.
Gaming and AI
8.3/10
8.4/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
300Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 and the MSI Vector GP76 both have the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti, a high-end GPU perfect for gaming and 3D applications, providing robust performance. The ASUS offers a very smooth visual experience with a 300Hz screen refresh rate, while MSI leads with a slightly higher 360Hz, giving an edge for fast-paced gaming where every millisecond counts.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
8.7/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15, with its Intel i9 processor and 16 GB of RAM, is preferred for tasks demanding top CPU performance, while the MSI Vector GP76 offers more memory at 32 GB RAM, beneficial for multitasking and memory-intensive engineering software. Both laptops have high-quality screens and powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPUs, suitable for design work and rendering, but the ASUS may offer slightly better portability due to its smaller size and lower weight compared to the MSI, which has a larger screen and higher weight, enhancing visual space at the cost of convenience when moving.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.0/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Vector GP76 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 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
7.4/10
7.6/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 and ASUS ROG Strix Scar 15 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
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 Scar 15 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 Scar 15 and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
"Asus continues to refine the ROG Strix Scar lineup with new upgrades. The Asus ROG Strix Scar 15 offers almost everything you would expect from a gaming laptop at this price. The build quality is great, connectivity options are decent, and there is enough scope for internal upgrades as well. Asus reverts to membrane switches for the keyboard — though not as "clickety" as the opto-mechanical ones we saw with last year's model, they still make for a decent typing and gaming experience. The lack of biometrics in any form is a downer."
"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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