The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is less expensive and offers solid performance for general use and gaming with its AMD Ryzen CPU and GPU, adequate storage and memory, and a larger 16-inch display with a high refresh rate, suitable for a variety of tasks. Consider the ASUS if you're looking for a cost-effective option with good performance and a larger screen, and the MSI if you need top-tier performance for demanding applications and are willing to pay more. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A16
Good portability
Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE66
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
294.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
12.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The MSI Raider GE66 outperforms the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 for general use primarily due to its superior processing power and higher RAM, which contribute to better multitasking and faster performance. Additionally, the MSI Raider GE66 offers a higher-resolution screen with better color coverage, making for a more vibrant visual experience, although it's slightly less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the ASUS.
Gaming and AI
7.4/10
8.5/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16, with an AMD RX 7600S GPU and a screen refresh rate of 165Hz, provides respectable gaming and 3D capabilities, while the MSI Raider GE66 steps it up with the more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a higher 240Hz refresh rate, delivering very good performance for gaming and 3D applications. Both have quality displays and capable CPUs, but the MSI's superior GPU and refresh rate offer a more fluid and immersive experience, particularly beneficial for fast-paced games and detailed 3D work.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
8.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 is suitable for engineering and design tasks with its respectable CPU, dedicated GPU, and 16GB of RAM, but the MSI Raider GE66 surpasses it with a more powerful CPU, a high-end GPU, and double the RAM, greatly enhancing performance for demanding software use, despite being slightly less portable and having a lower battery life.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.3/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.3/10
8.0/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 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
7.5/10
8.4/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
294.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE66 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 offers a display with suitable resolution, panel type, and brightness, providing clear and vivid images for everyday tasks, while it also covers a wide color range, making it reliable for engineering and design work that depends on color accuracy. However, the refresh rate is not high enough to satisfy the fluid visuals required for competitive gaming and 3D work where motion clarity is crucial.
The MSI Raider GE66, with its high-resolution, bright screen, and advanced panel technology, ensures a sharp and vibrant display for general use, and its extensive color gamut support benefits precision in engineering and design, yet it falls short for gaming and 3D because the refresh rate isn't sufficient to keep up with the fast-paced action of these activities.
Battery
12.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has 12 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE66 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The MSI Raider GE66 has very good build quality, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$838
$2,499
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS TUF Gaming A16 has a price of $838 and the MSI Raider GE66 costs $2,499.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A16 to have good portability, while the MSI Raider GE66 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A16 and the MSI Raider GE66 compare to other laptops
"The A16 makes an excellent case against more expensive laptops like the Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 and the MSI Katana GF76, especially if you’re into 1080p gaming. However, although its affordable, it doesn’t skimp on performance or a robust chassis. But for me, the biggest factor that sets it apart from these options is its incredible battery life. In my time reviewing laptops, I can’t remember when I last saw a gaming laptop lasted 11 and a half hours on a single charge, which makes the A16, in my book, truly outstanding."
"The MSI Raider GE66 12UHS notebook passes with flying colors. The GE66 is a high-end notebook with strong performance. The keyboard and trackpad are still very good and score well with precise inputs as well as high build quality. Thanks to a new liquid metal cooling solution, the Intel Core i9 12900HK brings a performance increase of around 50 percent over the predecessor's Intel Core i9 10980HK. The installed graphics card in our device delivers up to 30 percent higher frame rates than the RTX 2070 Super in the MSI GE66 10SFS."
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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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