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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the Gigabyte Aero 17 and the MSI Vector GP76 largely depends on what you value most in a laptop. The Gigabyte Aero 17 offers a larger storage capacity, a higher-resolution mini LED display, and a better battery life, making it ideal for tasks that demand high-resolution visuals and color accuracy, such as video editing or graphic design. However, the MSI Vector GP76 has double the RAM for more efficient multitasking and a higher refresh rate screen, better suited for fast-paced gaming. Both have the same processor and GPU, but the Vector GP76 is slightly heavier and has a shorter battery life, favoring performance over portability. Consider your priorities, whether it's display quality, storage, battery life, or gaming performance, when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aero 17
- Excellent overall display quality
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
- Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Screen Quality
9.2
7.9
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
368.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the Gigabyte Aero 17's combination of high resolution and brightness, along with a superior panel type, ensures clear and vivid image quality, making it excellent for everyday tasks, whereas the MSI Vector GP76, while still offering good resolution and brightness, has a less premium panel type. With engineering and design work requiring precise colors, the Aero's wider color gamuts ensure that it provides the best screen quality for professionals needing accurate color representation. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is critical, the Aero falls short with a lower refresh rate compared to what gaming-optimized laptops offer, making neither laptop ideal for high-refresh-rate gaming or fast-paced 3D tasks.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has 5.5 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
Fair
Poor
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Gigabyte Aero 17 has only fair portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
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Cost
$2,071
$1,599
$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 Vector GP76 costs $1,599.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.1
8.0
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
368.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and MSI Vector GP76 are both very good for general use.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 offers higher screen quality with a Mini LED display and a better resolution, which enhances general use experiences, particularly for tasks that benefit from higher display fidelity, but it comes with lower portability due to its weight and moderate battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Vector GP76, while slightly heavier and with a lower battery life, compensates with more RAM for superior multitasking and a high refresh rate screen, potentially providing a smoother visual experience for general use.
Gaming and AI
7.9
8.4
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the Gigabyte Aero 17 is good.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and MSI Vector GP76 are both equipped with the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, ensuring top-tier performance for gaming and 3D applications. While the Aero 17 has a high-resolution Mini LED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, the Vector GP76 offers a more gaming-centric 360Hz refresh rate on its IPS panel, albeit at a lower resolution, balancing screen quality with fluid motion for fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
8.8
8.7
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Gigabyte Aero 17 and MSI Vector GP76 are both very good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aero 17 offers top screen quality with a Mini LED display and high resolution, making it well-suited for detailed engineering and design work, while the MSI Vector GP76 provides double the RAM for more complex multitasking with a slight sacrifice in screen resolution and display technology. Both laptops feature powerful CPUs and GPUs important for demanding tasks, though the Aero 17 trades off some portability due to its higher weight and larger battery, which also means better battery life compared to the Vector GP76, making a difference for those who need to work away from power outlets.
Content Creation
8.4
8.0
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aero 17 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
7.6
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aero 17 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.
Build Quality
8.0
8.0
The Gigabyte Aero 17 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 Gigabyte Aero 17 and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Gigabyte Aero 17 | MSI Vector GP76 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,071 | $1,599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 9.5'' x 0.92'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.73 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.6" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.5" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | 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 | 2048 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 65 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 368 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
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 | 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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Gigabyte Aero 17
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Mike Wobker | May 2021
"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."
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 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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