The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is less expensive compared to the MSI Stealth GS77 and offers strong performance for gaming, alongside a battery that supports good duration for typical usage. It's also more geared towards a gaming look. However, the MSI Stealth GS77 provides superior performance which is beneficial for engineering and 3D/machine learning tasks, a higher quality screen with better resolution, and a more premium build. MSI also offers more RAM, which is advantageous for heavy multitasking. Both are similar in terms of portability, but if budget is a concern and your focus is more on gaming, the ASUS could be a better choice, while the MSI is more suited for high-performance tasks and offers a more professional appearance. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A17
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS77
Very good for software development
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8/10
8.3/10
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
253.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth GS77 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17's screen may not be as bright or high-resolution as the MSI Stealth GS77, which makes the MSI a better choice for crisp text and clear images in everyday tasks and intricate engineering or design work where fine details matter. However, the MSI Stealth GS77, despite its very good color gamut that benefits professional photo editing or graphic design with accurate colors, still falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to its lower refresh rate, which is critical for smooth motion and gameplay. The A17 also isn't ideal for gaming or 3D applications, as its screen can't provide the fluid visuals that high refresh rates afford, even though it functions well enough for less demanding activities.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth GS77 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
8.0/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 has very good build quality, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,552
$2,499
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a price of $1,552 and the MSI Stealth GS77 costs $2,499.
The MSI Stealth GS77 and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 are both very good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
8.1/10
7.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A17 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Stealth GS77 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17, with an Nvidia RTX 4070, excels in gaming and 3D tasks with a solid screen refresh rate of 144Hz, making it smooth for fast-paced visuals. Meanwhile, the MSI Stealth GS77, boasting an Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti, combines gaming and 3D prowess with an even higher refresh rate of 240Hz, delivering extremely fluid motion, alongside a higher-resolution screen for crisper details. Both have considerable GPU power, but MSI offers a more seamless visual experience at the expense of a less powerful GPU compared to the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
8.7/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS77 and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 are both very good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.1/10
8.3/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth GS77 and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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
7.7/10
8.1/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth GS77 to be very good for software development, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 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.
Portability
Fair
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and MSI Stealth GS77 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and the MSI Stealth GS77 compare to other laptops
"There is one big question that needs an answer. Is the TUF Gaming A17 FA707 a better purchase than the ROG Strix G17 G713R (2022)? Well, it depends. Undoubtedly, the Strix is the more premium product. Arguably the biggest advantage it has over its TUF fellow is in regards to the display. ASUS TUF Gaming A17 A707’s IPS panel has a Full HD resolution, comfortable viewing angles, and a very good contrast ratio."
"The MSI Stealth GS77 is better than the GS76... mostly. The GS77 is a few steps forward and a few steps back from the GS76. Improvements are numerous including the stronger and more rigid skeleton, higher resolution webcam, larger clickpad, easier serviceability, relatively similar battery runtimes, newer display options, and higher performance at about the same TDP and TGP levels as before. CPU performance is better than expected even when compared to other laptops with Core i7 or Core i9 processors. The newer model feels more substantial than the outgoing one for higher quality impressions as well."
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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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