Considering your interest in gaming laptops, if you prefer higher performance for gaming or intensive tasks and don't mind spending more, the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 with its stronger processor and more capable graphics card will serve you well. However, it's also heavier and bulkier, making it less convenient for frequent travel. On the other hand, the MSI Bravo 15 is more budget-friendly and slightly lighter, making it easier to carry around, but it trades off some performance and gaming capabilities due to a less powerful processor and graphics card. Both have similar screen size and resolution, so for casual use and portability, the MSI holds an advantage, but for gaming and demanding tasks, the ASUS leads the way. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good portability
Very good battery life
Good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
The MSI Bravo 15 has no clear advantages over the ASUS TUF Gaming A15.
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
271.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use, though the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is rated better for general use than the MSI Bravo 15 mainly because of its superior CPU and greater amount of RAM, which translates to better overall performance, alongside a much larger battery capacity for longer use on a single charge. While both have similar size and type of displays, the ASUS' better battery life and higher build quality make it more suitable for general use despite it being slightly less portable and possibly noisier with average heat management, whereas the MSI compensates with its excellent operating noise level but falls short with lower screen color quality and storage capacity.
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
7.2/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is more suitable for engineering and design due to its more powerful CPU (AMD Ryzen 7 vs Ryzen 5), double the RAM, and higher-tier GPU (RTX 4070 vs RTX 4050), which significantly enhance performance for resource-demanding tasks like 3D rendering or complex computations. In contrast, the MSI Bravo 15 has half the storage capacity and lower performance specifications, but it might appeal to those prioritizing cost savings, while still being capable of handling engineering software at a fundamental level.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Bravo 15 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
7.6/10
6.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 is only fair.
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
7.2/10
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and MSI Bravo 15 both have panels suitable for general use with decent resolution and brightness, ensuring clear and vibrant visibility for everyday tasks. However, for engineering and design applications, the ASUS likely offers wider color gamut coverage, ensuring more accurate color reproduction which is vital for detailed design work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, both laptops falter due to lower refresh rates, which means they may not provide as smooth visuals necessary for fast-paced games or fluid 3D rendering.
Battery
11.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 hours of battery life. The MSI Bravo 15 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.
Cost
$2,059
$862
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $2,059 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $862.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A15 to have good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A15 to have good build quality, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair 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 TUF Gaming A15 and the MSI Bravo 15 compare to other laptops
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming laptop."
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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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