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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and the MSI Vector GP76 depends on your priorities. If you prefer a more affordable, slightly more portable laptop with good performance for general use and gaming, the ASUS might suit you. However, if you require more power for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and other demanding engineering applications, and are willing to pay more for it, the MSI offers significant advantages, including a larger screen and better overall performance at the cost of being less portable and having a slightly shorter battery life. Both have large storage capacity and are equipped for intensive gaming, but the MSI has more RAM, which supports more demanding computing tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming F15
- Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
- Very good for general use
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 are both very good for engineering and design, though the MSI Vector GP76 is somewhat better.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is equipped with a high-end GPU and quality IPS display, which supports tasks requiring graphics performance, but its portability is limited due to its build and weight. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76 offers twice the RAM and a similarly capable CPU for multitasking and complex designs, at the cost of reduced battery life and lower portability due to its larger size and weight.
Screen Quality
6.9
7.9
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
257.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen than the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15’s screen, while clear and bright for tasks like web browsing and video streaming, falls short in color reproduction, which is essential for accurate engineering and design work, and does not have a high refresh rate, which gamers and 3D artists look for to ensure smooth motion. On the other hand, the MSI Vector GP76 offers a balance between brightness and color accuracy, making it suitable for detailed engineering and design tasks, but like the ASUS, it doesn’t excel in refresh rate, leaving gaming and 3D rendering less fluid than desired. For general use, either laptop could suffice but for more specialized needs like accurate color work or gaming, the limitations in screen performance of each must be weighed against the user's primary activities.
Portability
Good
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
8.0
The MSI Vector GP76 has very good build quality, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,399
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has a price of $1,399 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.6
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
257.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 is good for general use as it offers a balance of efficiency and mobility with a strong CPU and GPU, adequate RAM, and a moderate battery life while maintaining a lower weight for better portability. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76 excels in general use with superior RAM, slightly better screen quality, and exceptional keyboard and heat management, but this comes at the cost of reduced portability due to its larger size and heavier weight.
Gaming and AI
8.0
8.4
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
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 TUF Gaming F15 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15, while offering solid gaming performance with a decent GPU and high screen refresh rate, may not match the MSI Vector GP76, which boasts a superior GPU that's very beneficial for high-end gaming and demanding 3D tasks. The MSI's screen also refreshes quickly, delivering smoother visuals alongside a powerful CPU, and its screen quality, though less crucial, complements the overall gaming experience better than the ASUS's.
Content Creation
7.7
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 and ASUS TUF Gaming F15 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.
Battery
5.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming F15 has 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.
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How the ASUS TUF Gaming F15 and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS TUF Gaming F15 | MSI Vector GP76 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,399 | $1,760 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.9'' x 9.9'' x 0.93'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.85 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.94" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.88" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 65 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 257 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.1/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS TUF Gaming F15
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Allen Ngo | March 2022
"Aside from all the chassis updates, the new TUF Gaming is most notable for its much higher TGP target of 140 W compared to only 95 W on the previous generation. PC makers everywhere are using the same GeForce GPUs this year since Nvidia has yet to launch the successor to the mobile RTX 3000 series. The more demanding processors of the new TUF Gaming has directly impacted battery life and the size of the AC adapter. Don't expect runtimes to be longer than on the previous generation under most conditions and be prepared to carry around an even larger AC adapter than before."
MSI Vector GP76
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"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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