Considering the Gigabyte Aorus 15X and the MSI Vector GP76, the Aorus 15X generally offers better portability with longer battery life, which could be important if you're frequently on the move. The Aorus 15X also comes with a more powerful GPU suited for demanding tasks like gaming or 3D rendering. However, the Vector GP76 boasts a larger screen, more RAM for multitasking, and a higher screen refresh rate, which can be preferable for gaming and general use. If cost is a deciding factor and the price difference is significant for you, the Aorus 15X is less expensive. On the other hand, if you can invest more for increased multitasking capabilities and don't mind the extra size and weight, the Vector GP76 might be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Gigabyte Aorus 15X
Very good overall display quality
Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
Very good for general use
Very good overall build quality
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.2/10
7.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
301.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for general use, and engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X offers a display with bright and crisp visuals, making it suitable for daily activities and professional tasks like photo editing, but its slower refresh rate can be a drawback for gaming, where fast-moving images might not look as smooth. For engineering and design, its high resolution and color accuracy are beneficial for intricate work although gamers might seek more responsiveness. The MSI Vector GP76 also provides a sharp and vivid screen for everyday use and detailed design work, yet for gaming and fast-paced 3D applications, the experience isn't optimal due to a less competitive refresh rate.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X 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
Good
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 has very good build quality, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,600
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X has a price of $1,600 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for general use, while the Gigabyte Aorus 15X is good.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X offers strong performance suitable for general use with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen; however, it is more portable and has better battery life than the MSI Vector GP76, which also offers robust general-use capabilities with lots of RAM and a solid CPU, but it is heavier, less portable and has shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
8.5/10
8.4/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X and MSI Vector GP76 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X boasts a high-end Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a screen with a 240 Hz refresh rate, which are ideal for demanding gaming and 3D applications, while the MSI Vector GP76 provides robust gaming performance with an Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and an even higher 360 Hz screen refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
8.6/10
8.7/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 and Gigabyte Aorus 15X are both very good for engineering and design.
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X shines in CPU performance and screen quality with its Intel i9 and high-resolution display; conversely, the MSI Vector GP76 offers more RAM, crucial for multitasking in design work and also provides a higher quality keyboard and better heat management for comfortable prolonged use.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.0/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X 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
7.7/10
7.6/10
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Gigabyte Aorus 15X 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.
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How the Gigabyte Aorus 15X and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
"The Gigabyte Aorus 15X is a strong showing of Raptor Lake and RTX 4000 series. While the Aorus had trouble keeping up in older games like Grand Theft Auto V, it nudged past the competition in Shadow of the Tomb Raider. It also flexed its next-generation muscle in Far Cry 6 and Borderlands 3. While we were impressed with the overall build quality and design of the Aorus 15X, the keyboard lacked good tactile feedback. The display performed well in real-world testing despite its on-paper shortcoming with brightness, but the speakers are lackluster at best."
"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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