If you prioritize a larger, high-resolution display with superior color accuracy for tasks like video editing or design work, and don't mind a heavier laptop with a shorter battery life, the Gigabyte Aero 17 stands out with its robust features and performance but comes at a higher price. On the other hand, if you prefer something more affordable and portable for everyday use and moderate gaming, and can compromise on screen quality and storage space, the MSI Bravo 15 offers good value and longer battery life in a lighter package. Both laptops can handle gaming, but the Gigabyte will provide a better experience with more demanding games. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 17
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
7.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
6.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for general use, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 offers superior performance with a higher-quality CPU and double the RAM compared to the MSI Bravo 15, contributing to smoother multitasking and demanding applications. While both laptops' screens are solid, the Aero 17's Mini LED display with higher resolution and color accuracy gives it an edge in screen quality, which is crucial for tasks that benefit from detailed visuals, although this does come with a tradeoff in reduced portability and shorter battery life compared to the more compact and slightly longer-lasting Bravo 15.
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
7.2/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for gaming and AI, though the Gigabyte Aero 17 is somewhat better.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for gaming and 3D applications because it has a more powerful GPU in the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti and a higher resolution Mini LED screen with a good refresh rate, enhancing visual quality and fluidity in games and 3D content.
Engineering and Design
8.8/10
7.2/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is better for engineering and design due to its higher-performance CPU, more RAM, and advanced GPU along with its exceptional mini LED screen quality that offers high resolution and color accuracy. While the MSI Bravo 15 is also suitable for engineering and design tasks with a capable processor and GPU, its lower RAM, standard IPS display, and lower storage could limit performance and detail in intensive tasks, although it provides better portability and a quieter operating noise.
Content Creation
8.4/10
7.1/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Bravo 15 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
7.9/10
6.8/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 is good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 is only fair.
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
9.2/10
6.9/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The Gigabyte Aero 17, with its high resolution and brightness, offers vivid and sharp images essential for general use and detailed engineering work, along with broad color gamuts that ensure accurate color representation critical for design professionals. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for 3D applications and gaming, where fluid motion is key. In contrast, the MSI Bravo 15's moderate screen characteristics satisfy everyday tasks but it may not deliver the color precision needed for professional design nor the smooth visuals desired by gamers due to a lesser refresh rate.
Build Quality
8.0/10
6.7/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has very good build quality, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,071
$862
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has a price of $2,071 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $862.
"Not only is the Aero 17 a very good laptop for gamers but also for content creators. With the upgrade to the Intel Core i9-11980HK, Gigabyte particularly improved the system performance. In addition, the hardware package is rounded by the extremely fast SSD and 32 GB of working memory in dual-channel mode. Compared to the predecessor, the battery life is reduced only moderately, and the 4K display also basically keeps its good qualities."
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming laptop."
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About Gigabyte
Gigabyte is a Taiwanese computer hardware manufacturer. While Gigabyte mainly focuses its business on desktop hardware, Gigabyte is known for its value-oriented G series laptops, thin and light Aero series, and performance-oriented Aorus series. Gigabyte laptops offer a strong value proposition to compete with mainstream alternatives.
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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