The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 tends to be more affordable and lightweight, making it suitable for general use and easy to carry around. However, if you need high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the MSI Stealth GS77 emphasizes power and features suitable for engineering and intensive graphics processing; it does so at a higher price and with less portability due to its size and weight. Battery life may also be a consideration, as more powerful laptops like the MSI often consume battery faster, while the ASUS may offer longer usability on a single charge. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS77
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
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
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a less powerful CPU and much less RAM, making it slower for multitasking and demanding applications compared to the MSI Stealth GS77, which has an advanced processor and ample RAM. Furthermore, the Vivobook's TN screen offers inferior color representation and viewing angles than the MSI's IPS display, impacting visual tasks, though the Vivobook is lighter in weight making it more portable, but at the cost of lower battery capacity and hence reduced battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
7.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is not suitable for gaming and 3D applications due to its entry-level graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 600) and a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which limits visual fluidity and detail in fast-paced scenes. In contrast, the MSI Stealth GS77 excels in these areas with a high-end gaming-oriented graphics card (Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti) and a much higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz, delivering smoother animations and a more immersive gaming experience.
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
8.7/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is limited by its basic Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD graphics for handling the demanding workloads of engineering and design, while the MSI Stealth GS77 is built to excel in these fields with a powerful Intel i7 processor and Nvidia RTX GPU, providing considerably better computing and graphical performance. Additionally, the MSI has a high-quality IPS display with higher resolution, which is important for detail-oriented engineering tasks, compared to the ASUS's TN panel with standard resolution.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.3/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
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
5.9/10
8.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
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
5.2/10
8.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth GS77 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 may have a blurred or dim display, which impacts clarity and visibility for all tasks, whether it be browsing or detailed engineering work. The MSI Stealth GS77 likely provides sharp, vibrant visuals with accurate color reproduction essential for professional design tasks, making it preferable for engineers and designers. However, for gamers and those using 3D applications, the MSI's lower refresh rate could lead to less fluid motion, which is critical for an immersive experience in fast-paced environments.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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 Go 15 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$240
$2,499
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the MSI Stealth GS77 costs $2,499.
"The Asus Vivobook Go 15 is a good option if you’re looking for one device to tackle a bunch of smaller problems. For simple school studies, portable evening entertainment or distractions, and getting household admin or light office workloads out of the way, it’s a great little package with respectable battery life, and a great contender for the advent of cloud gaming."
"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 Go 15 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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