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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize a lighter, more portable laptop with a longer battery life for everyday use or business tasks, the Dell XPS 15 would be a suitable option. However, if you need higher performance for gaming or demanding tasks like 3D rendering and are okay with a heavier and larger laptop, the MSI Vector GP76 with its more powerful graphics card would be beneficial, despite its shorter battery life. Keep in mind, the MSI also comes with more storage and memory, which might justify the higher price for you if those features are critical for your workload. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 15
- Very good for software development
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
- Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8
8.4
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell XPS 15 is only fair.
The MSI Vector GP76, equipped with an Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a high screen refresh rate of 360, is very good for gaming and 3D applications, delivering smoother visuals and better performance in graphics-intensive tasks compared to the Dell XPS 15, which has an Intel Arc A370M GPU and a standard refresh rate of 60. While the Dell XPS 15 will competently handle games and 3D work, the MSI's superior GPU and refresh rate make it a superior choice for those priorities.
Engineering and Design
8.1
8.7
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
4.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 and Dell XPS 15 are both very good for engineering and design, though the MSI Vector GP76 is somewhat better.
The MSI Vector GP76, with a stronger GPU and double the RAM, will handle engineering and design tasks more robustly than the Dell XPS 15, which while smaller and lighter, offers less raw computing power and graphics performance. Additionally, the MSI has better screen refresh rates for smoother visuals, though the Dell XPS 15 provides better screen brightness and more accurate colors, benefiting design work that requires exact color representations.
Screen Quality
7.4
7.9
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
606.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The Dell XPS 15 has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for software development, and content creation, while the MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
When considering a laptop for general use, the Dell XPS 15 and MSI Vector GP76 both offer quality displays with high resolution and brightness, making them suitable for a variety of tasks like browsing, watching videos, and handling documents. Both laptops are well-equipped for engineering and design tasks due to their ability to accurately represent a wide range of colors, crucial for professionals who need precise color representation. However, for gaming and 3D applications where screen fluidity is key, both the Dell XPS 15 and MSI Vector GP76 may fall short, as they lack the high refresh rates that provide smoother motion and better responsiveness during fast-paced scenes.
Battery
10.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 15 has 10 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
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell XPS 15 has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,000
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Dell XPS 15 has a price of $1,000 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
606.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The Dell XPS 15 and MSI Vector GP76 are both very good for general use.
The Dell XPS 15 is well-suited for general use due to its strong processor, ample RAM, and high-quality screen, which contribute to a smooth user experience; it also boasts a long battery life and is easier to carry, making it highly portable. Conversely, the MSI Vector GP76 offers a larger screen and substantially more storage and RAM for more demanding tasks, but it is less portable due to its larger size and heavier weight, and it has a shorter battery life.
Content Creation
8.3
8.0
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 15 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
8.1
7.6
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 15 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Vector GP76 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The Dell XPS 15 and MSI Vector GP76 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Dell XPS 15 and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 15 | MSI Vector GP76 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,760 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 13.6'' x 9.1'' x 0.71'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.21 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.57" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.06" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13700H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 86 Wh | 65 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 606 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 10/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Dell XPS 15
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Matthew Buzzi | May 2023
"The 2023 Dell XPS 15 is more or less exactly what you'd expect from the company flagship. Its fresh components deliver measurably superior power and longevity, while the machine's premium build and design remain intact. It may not be overly exciting, but XPS loyalists and upgraders should be more than happy."
MSI Vector GP76
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"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 Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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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