The ASUS Vivobook 16, being much more affordable, offers a balance between cost and performance for everyday activities and lighter engineering tasks with a decent battery life and a portable design. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE76, while significantly more expensive, brings superior performance suitable for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning projects. Its larger screen and high refresh rate enhance visual experiences but at the cost of shorter battery life and less portability. Both laptops have similar storage capacity and high-resolution screens, but the MSI excels in color accuracy and overall display quality, influencing your experience in color-sensitive tasks. Consider your primary activities and need for mobility versus power when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16
Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE76
Very good for general use
Excellent 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
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
295.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Raider GE76 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16 offers a balanced mix of RAM, a capable CPU, and good screen quality, making it suitable for day-to-day tasks with adequate battery life for portability. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE76, with its superior CPU and double the RAM, alongside a high-quality screen with excellent color coverage, is well-suited for heavier uses, though it is less portable and has shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
8.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 is only fair.
The MSI Raider GE76 outperforms the ASUS Vivobook 16 in gaming and 3D due to its much more powerful Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti GPU, which provides better graphics performance and higher screen refresh rate for smoother visuals. While both have quality screens, the ASUS Vivobook 16’s GPU and refresh rate aren't as capable, making it less suitable for the high demands of gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
9.0/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE76 is excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16, with its moderate RAM and integrated AMD graphics, performs adequately for engineering and design, while the MSI Raider GE76's superior RAM and powerful Nvidia RTX GPU make it excellent for more resource-intensive applications and complex tasks. The MSI, however, is heavier and less portable, which could be a drawback for users who need to carry their laptop frequently.
Content Creation
7.5/10
8.4/10
6.9/10
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 GE76 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 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
8.2/10
6.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Raider GE76 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 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
6.4/10
8.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
295.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE76 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS Vivobook 16 offers a balance of resolution and brightness that suffices for everyday tasks like browsing and office work, while the MSI Raider GE76's higher resolution and better brightness cater to more discerning users. In the realm of engineering and design, the MSI Raider GE76 stands out with its wider color gamuts, ensuring more accurate color representation for professionals who need precision for their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where high refresh rates are crucial for smooth motion, both the ASUS and MSI models fall short, as they prioritize other screen attributes over rapid display updates.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE76 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.
Portability
Good
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has good portability, while the MSI Raider GE76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.5/10
The MSI Raider GE76 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 16 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$669
$3,552
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS Vivobook 16 has a price of $669 and the MSI Raider GE76 costs $3,552.
Olivier Martin, Ryan Lim, Yannick Khong | May 2023
"The ASUS Vivobook 16 M1605 (2023) is a budget Windows laptop. It's available with various AMD Ryzen 5000 and 7000 U-series CPUs and integrated graphics. You can only get 8GB of RAM; however, there's an empty SO-DIMM slot if you want to upgrade it. It has an FHD+ (1920 x 1200) 16:10 IPS display, a full-size keyboard with a Numpad, a 720p webcam, and Wi-Fi 6E wireless connectivity. Ports include three USB-As, one USB-C, an HDMI, and a headphone jack. The USB-C supports charging but no video output."
"The MSI Raider GE76: with Alder Lake and RTX 3080 Ti to gaming heaven. Yes, MSI could improve some aspects (like the quality of the webcam), but the manufacturer offers a very convincing and balanced overall package. The biggest advantage is definitely the immense performance potential. The combination of Core i9-12900HK, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, 32 GB DDR5 RAM and two NVMe SSDs offers a lot of performance for the next couple of years and plenty of power for 3D applications. Most titles would run smoothly on an external 4K screen no matter the quality preset. We came away impressed with the integrated 360 Hz panel's fast response times and good color accuracy."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 16 or the MSI Raider GE76
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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