The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is less expensive and lighter, making it more portable, with good screen quality due to its OLED display. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76 is pricier and heavier, but offers superior graphics performance with its Nvidia RTX GPU which is better suited for intensive gaming, 3D modeling, and engineering applications. The MSI's larger screen and higher refresh rate improve the gaming experience, but its bulk reduces portability. The ASUS may be more suited for everyday use and multimedia, while the MSI caters to performance-demanding tasks and gaming. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
Very good overall display quality
Good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
Very good for general use
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
8.4/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good for gaming and 3D applications as it offers a decent screen refresh rate and a high-resolution OLED screen, but its integrated GPU, while capable, is less powerful than dedicated gaming GPUs. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and 3D because it has a high refresh rate screen and a powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, which provides much better performance for these tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
8.7/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED are both very good for engineering and design, though the MSI Vector GP76 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with its OLED screen, is suited for engineering and design tasks due to its high resolution, screen quality, and adequate CPU and RAM; however, the MSI Vector GP76 outstrips it with a significantly more powerful GPU and double the memory, which is essential for more demanding engineering simulations and design workloads. While both laptops have similar CPU performances and high-quality displays, the Vector GP76 offers advanced graphics capabilities at the expense of greater weight and less portability, making it very good for stationary work environments and intensive computational tasks.
Screen Quality
8.9/10
7.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for general use, engineering and design, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a vibrant and crisp display with its OLED technology, providing excellent resolution and brightness that make it a pleasure to use for everyday tasks and media consumption. When it comes to engineering and design, the Vivobook's ability to display a wide range of colors exceptionally well suits professionals who require accurate color reproduction for their work. Meanwhile, the MSI Vector GP76, with a lower refresh rate, is less ideal for fast-paced 3D applications, which benefit from higher refresh rates for smoother visuals and better gaming experiences.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 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.
Portability
Good
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$990
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and MSI Vector GP76 are both very good for content creation.
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
7.9/10
7.6/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and MSI Vector GP76 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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
"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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