To decide between the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and the MSI Titan GT77, consider how you'll use the laptop. If you're looking for something more affordable and decently powerful for general use and gaming, and you're okay with a less premium build and a little less power, the ASUS might be your choice. However, if you need top-of-the-line performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or high-end gaming and are willing to invest more, the MSI Titan GT77 with its superior specs will serve you better, although it is heavier and may have shorter battery life, affecting portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A17
Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Titan GT77
Best in class for engineering and design
Best in class for gaming and AI
Excellent for software development
Excellent for content creation
Best in class overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.0/10
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
253.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
6.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Titan GT77 and ASUS TUF Gaming A17 are both very good for general use, though the MSI Titan GT77 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has a strong CPU and ample RAM which make it suitable for a variety of tasks, coupled with a reasonable battery life and a decent portability score that allows for easier mobility. On the other hand, the MSI Titan GT77, while less portable and having shorter battery life, offers a significantly better screen quality with higher resolution and color accuracy, and superior RAM, making it more suited for tasks requiring high graphical fidelity and multitasking. Both laptops have good heat management and keyboard quality which contribute to their overall user experience for general use.
Gaming and AI
8.1/10
10.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17, with its Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU, is well-suited for gaming and 3D applications, while the higher-tier Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU in the MSI Titan GT77 offers superior performance for these tasks. Additionally, both have high screen refresh rates, but the MSI's Mini LED display outperforms the ASUS's IPS panel in terms of screen quality, contributing to a better gaming and visual experience.
Engineering and Design
8.3/10
10.0/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for engineering and design, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is well-suited for engineering and design use with its strong CPU and GPU, substantial RAM, and good screen quality, making it a capable choice for demanding tasks. The MSI Titan GT77, however, stands out as the best for these fields due to its even more powerful CPU, larger RAM capacity, top-tier GPU, and superior screen resolution and color accuracy, though it is less portable and likely louder during operation.
Content Creation
8.1/10
9.1/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 is very 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
7.7/10
9.1/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent 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.
Screen Quality
6.8/10
9.7/10
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
253.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
The MSI Titan GT77 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When choosing between the ASUS TUF Gaming A17 and the MSI Titan GT77, consider screen attributes relative to your needs: for general tasks like browsing or video streaming, the Titan's superior resolution and brightness provide a clearer and more vibrant display. However, for engineering and design work where color accuracy matters, the Titan excels with better coverage of professional color gamuts, aiding in precise color work. In contrast, for fast-paced gaming or 3D rendering, the ASUS may fall short due to lower refresh rates, which can affect motion clarity and overall visual fluidity in these scenarios.
Battery
10.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan GT77 has 5 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
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
7.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS TUF Gaming A17 has only fair portability, while the MSI Titan GT77 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The MSI Titan GT77 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
$5,430
$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 Titan GT77 costs $5,430.
"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 Titan GT77 HX 13V is the utimate gaming laptop with RTX 4090 & Core i9-13950HX. The new MSI Titan GT77 will most likely only reach a very small group of users due to the high price, but it is still an impressive showcase of what is possible. The high-end gamer combines the best components you can currently get in almost every regard and it is a very good overall package, which does not have to hide behind full-fledged desktop systems."
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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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