The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a lower price and still offers high performance with ample storage and decent RAM. It's lighter and more portable than the MSI Stealth GS77, making it a better fit for on-the-go use. However, the MSI Stealth GS77 has a more powerful main processor, twice the storage space and RAM, a larger and higher-resolution screen with a higher refresh rate, delivering a better experience for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. The Stealth also has better build quality, heat management, and a slightly longer battery life, positioning it as a premium choice for engineering and professional use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
Good portability
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS77
Very good for general use
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good battery life
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers a robust CPU and high-quality graphics card for smooth performance, ample RAM for multitasking, and a high-quality screen suitable for various tasks, housed in a lighter and more portable package with a smaller screen compared to the MSI Stealth GS77, making it a good fit for general use. In contrast, the MSI Stealth GS77, despite being less portable due to its larger size and weight, offers double the storage, significantly more RAM, a higher resolution and larger screen for crisp visuals, as well as a more powerful CPU and graphics card, along with better battery life, making it very good for general use and even demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
8.7/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS77 and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both very good for engineering and design, though the MSI Stealth GS77 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is well-suited for engineering and design due to its high-end CPU and GPU, which are vital for such tasks, and its high-quality screen that is beneficial for design work; however, it is less portable and noisier than some alternatives. The MSI Stealth GS77 also caters to engineering and design with more RAM and a higher resolution screen compared to the ASUS, enhancing multitasking and detail work; though it's heavier, it offers superior keyboard quality and operates more quietly.
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.3/10
9.0/10
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 Stealth GS77 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X 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
7.4/10
8.1/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X 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
7.3/10
8.3/10
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth GS77 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the Vivobook 16X provides ample clarity and luminosity suited to everyday tasks, while the MSI Stealth GS77 delivers exceptional visual fidelity with brighter and crisper imagery, standing out with its higher resolution and superior panel. The Vivobook and Stealth GS77 cater to engineering and design professionals by offering wide color gamuts ensuring accurate color reproduction vital for detailed work, with the Stealth GS77 slightly edging out with richer colors. However, for 3D and gaming, neither laptop hits the mark on screen refresh rates which are crucial for smooth visuals, though they retain adequate resolution and panel types that still provide a decent visual experience for less refresh rate-sensitive tasks.
Portability
Good
Fair
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has good portability, while the MSI Stealth GS77 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.0/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,200
$2,499
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,200 and the MSI Stealth GS77 costs $2,499.
The MSI Stealth GS77 and ASUS Vivobook 16X are both good for gaming and AI.
The MSI Stealth GS77 is considered very good for gaming and 3D because of its high-end Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a screen refresh rate that can go up to twice as fast as many standard laptops, which provides smoother visuals during fast-paced games. On the other hand, the ASUS Vivobook 16X, with its Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, offers reliable performance for gaming and 3D applications, but it does not match the top-tier gaming capability and the ultra-high refresh rate of the MSI Stealth GS77.
Battery
5.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook 16X and the MSI Stealth GS77 compare to other laptops
"I think the ASUS Vivobook 16X is fantastic. Great performance, decent battery life, good keyboard and trackpad, and a massive screen – just that the screen quality itself is kinda subpar. If you’re okay with the screen, then I think this is an okay laptop. However, I’d like to see a price drop."
"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."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 16X or the MSI Stealth GS77
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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