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Updated January 10, 2024·
For someone requiring peak performance for tasks like 3D rendering, engineering work, or gaming, the MSI Titan GT77 is a top-tier choice because of its more powerful processor and graphics card, as well as the abundance of RAM. However, it's heftier and less portable, with a shorter battery life, making it less ideal for travel or long periods away from power sources. On the flip side, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers much better portability, a touchscreen, and longer battery life, and while it performs well for general use and less demanding tasks, it doesn't match the MSI in raw power for more resource-intensive activities. The Asus is typically more budget-friendly, so if the portability and price are higher on your list of priorities, it might be the right pick, whereas the MSI is a considerable investment but justifies the cost for those needing its high-end capabilities. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Titan GT77
- Very good for general use
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Best in class for gaming and AI
- Excellent for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Best in class overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.7
8.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
372.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
10.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 offers superior portability with its lightweight, compact design and better battery life, making it a versatile choice for general use, and its 2-in-1 convertible nature allows it to function as both a laptop and a tablet.
Gaming and AI
6.3
10.0
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is only fair.
The MSI Titan GT77 is better equipped for gaming and 3D tasks due to its superior Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, in contrast to the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13's Intel Iris Xe GPU and 60Hz refresh rate. Furthermore, the Titan GT77's more powerful Intel i9 processor and higher quality Mini LED display complement its gaming prowess, while the Zenbook Flip S13, with its Intel i7 and IPS display, offers a balance more suited to general purpose use and portability.
Engineering and Design
7.4
10.0
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13, with moderate RAM and a competent CPU, caters to those needing portability and versatility for engineering and design, thanks to its convertible touchscreen design and good screen quality. In contrast, the MSI Titan GT77's top-of-the-line CPU, substantial RAM, and superior GPU make it the ultimate choice for the most demanding engineering and design tasks despite its lower portability due to its larger size and weight.
Content Creation
7.8
9.1
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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
7.6
9.1
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 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
7.9
9.7
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
372.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
The MSI Titan GT77 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a sharp, bright display for everyday tasks and media consumption, the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 is a strong option with its high resolution and luminous panel. For engineering and design work where color accuracy is crucial, both the ASUS and MSI provide excellent color gamut coverage, ensuring that designs are rendered with precise hues. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is key, these laptops may fall short due to lower refresh rates, which can lead to less smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
10.5 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has 10.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan GT77 has 5 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
Excellent
Poor
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2.6 lbs
WEIGHT
7.2 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has excellent portability, while the MSI Titan GT77 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.5
The MSI Titan GT77 has very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$6,975
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 has a price of $1,400 and the MSI Titan GT77 costs $6,975.
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How the ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 and the MSI Titan GT77 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Flip S13 | MSI Titan GT77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,400 | $6,975 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12'' x 8.3'' x 0.51'' | 15.6'' x 13'' x 0.91'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.65 lbs | 7.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.01" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.31" | 12.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1165G7 | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 64 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10.5 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 67 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 372 nits | 602 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
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 | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook Flip S13
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Tom's Hardware
Charles Jefferies | January 2023
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 Flip is an ultra-sleek 2-in-1 convertible. A gorgeous OLED screen and lightweight magnesium chassis make this convertible a traveller’s dream. Its SSD isn’t fast, but it won’t hold you back in everyday use. Its battery life also isn’t class leading, but it’s hardly off the pace. Overall, the Zenbook S 13 Flip OLED holds its head high in the premium convertible category and is a smaller alternative to the Spectre x360 13.5 and the Yoga 9i Gen 7."
MSI Titan GT77
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Andreas Osthoff | February 2023
"The MSI Titan GT77 HX 13V is the utimate gaming laptop with RTX 4090 & Core i9-13950HX. The new MSI Titan GT77 will most likely only reach a very small group of users due to the high price, but it is still an impressive showcase of what is possible. The high-end gamer combines the best components you can currently get in almost every regard and it is a very good overall package, which does not have to hide behind full-fledged desktop systems."
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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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