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Updated March 21, 2024·
If you want a less expensive and more portable option with solid general performance and some environmental benefits due to its modularity, choose the Framework Laptop. On the other hand, if maximum performance is crucial for intensive tasks like 3D work, machine learning, or gaming, and you don't mind carrying a heavier laptop with a higher price tag, go with the MSI Titan GT77. Be aware, however, that higher performance often means reduced battery life, so the Titan may not keep you unplugged for as long as the Framework. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Framework Laptop 16 (2023)
- Good portability
- Good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Titan GT77
- 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
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.0
8.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
490.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Titan GT77 and Framework Laptop 16 (2023) are both very good for general use, though the MSI Titan GT77 is somewhat better.
The Framework Laptop 16 is designed with portability in mind and offers a high-quality screen, complemented by sufficient CPU and RAM for everyday tasks, plus the added benefit of a longer battery life; whereas, the MSI Titan GT77 packs a more powerful CPU and additional RAM, better suited for demanding applications but at the expense of heavier weight and shorter battery life, although it also boasts a high-resolution display for crisp visuals. Both laptops provide ample storage, comfortable keyboards, quality speakers while managing operating noise and heat efficiently, catering to varying preferences between portability and performance.
Gaming and AI
6.8
10.0
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the Framework Laptop 16 (2023) is only fair.
For optimal gaming and 3D performance, the MSI Titan GT77 stands out with a superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, ensuring smoother visuals and better handling of demanding applications. While the Framework Laptop 16 offers decent capabilities for gaming and 3D tasks, its GPU and screen refresh rate are not as advanced, making it more suitable for less intensive gaming and everyday use.
Engineering and Design
8.1
10.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
4.0/10
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 Framework Laptop 16 (2023) is very good.
The Framework Laptop 16 offers a balance between performance and portability, with a respectable CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen, making it suitable for engineering tasks while being easier to carry around. The MSI Titan GT77, with a more powerful CPU, superior GPU, and abundant RAM, is tailored for the most demanding engineering and design work, but this comes at the cost of being larger and heavier, affecting its portability and potentially its operating noise.
Content Creation
8.1
9.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
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 Framework Laptop 16 (2023) is very 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
8.0
9.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent for software development, while the Framework Laptop 16 (2023) is very 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
8.4
9.7
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
490.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
The MSI Titan GT77 has a better screen than the Framework Laptop 16 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The MSI Titan GT77 offers top-tier resolution and brightness, featuring a panel type that ensures crisp and vibrant displays for general tasks and detail-oriented work like engineering and design, supported by wide color gamuts that professionals require. Although the Framework Laptop 16 likewise provides a high-quality panel with good resolution and color accuracy for general use and design tasks, it falls short of the Titan's superior display specs that cater especially to those fields. However, for gaming and 3D applications where a high refresh rate is crucial, both laptops do not meet the ideal standards, thus may not deliver the smooth visuals desired by enthusiasts in these areas.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Framework Laptop 16 has 9 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
Good
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
7.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) has good portability, while the MSI Titan GT77 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,699
$5,430
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Framework Laptop 16 (2023) has a price of $1,699 and the MSI Titan GT77 costs $5,430.
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Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The MSI Titan GT77 and Framework Laptop 16 (2023) 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 Framework Laptop 16 (2023) and the MSI Titan GT77 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Framework Laptop 16 (2023) | MSI Titan GT77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,699 | $5,430 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | July 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 10.6'' x 0.71'' | 15.6'' x 13'' x 0.91'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.63 lbs | 7.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.04" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.63" | 12.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840HS | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 64 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 85 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 490 nits | 602 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.4/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.6/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Framework Laptop 16 (2023)
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Allen Ngo | January 2024
"The trend towards thinner and lighter laptops is made possible by fusing more and more components onto the mainboard. The main drawback to this approach is that it limits repairability as even a small fault may require replacing entire boards. Framework is one of the only manufacturers looking the other way in an attempt to improve end-user customization and servicing. There's no question that the Laptop 16 is more user-friendly to service than any alternative, but this lucrative feature comes at the cost of size and weight as individual components must be easily replaceable."
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 Framework
Framework is a new American laptop manufacturer, specializing in modular and repairable laptops with the goals of promoting longevity and reducing electronic waste. They are a strong proponent of the right to repair movement. Framework laptops have replaceable RAM, storage, ports, keyboards, display bezels, mainboards, and more, making them a great choice for repairability-oriented individuals.
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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