The HP 250 G10 is more budget-friendly and suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing, office applications, and media consumption. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth GS77 is designed for high-performance tasks such as 3D modeling, machine learning, gaming, and intensive engineering software. The MSI will offer superior performance but at a higher cost, and it may also have a more robust build quality and advanced features like a better screen and a faster refresh rate which are ideal for gaming and professional graphics work. However, the HP will likely be lighter and more portable with longer battery life, making it more suitable for users who prioritize mobility and casual usage over raw power. If your work or hobbies require powerful computation or high-quality graphics, the MSI is a better fit despite the higher price. If you mostly handle light tasks and prefer a machine that's easier to carry around and less of a financial investment, the HP would be the more appropriate choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 250 G10
Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS77
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.3/10
8.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The HP 250 G10 has modest specifications with lesser storage capacity, less powerful CPU and GPU, and a lower resolution screen which makes it fair for general use, whereas the MSI Stealth GS77 boasts higher storage, a high-end CPU and GPU, and a superior resolution display which enhances its suitability for a wide range of tasks, making it very good for general use.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
7.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics, common in entry-level laptops and not suited for intensive tasks, paired with a lower-quality TN display with a standard refresh rate of 60Hz which cannot deliver the fluid visuals typical for modern games.
Engineering and Design
5.8/10
8.7/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 lacks the powerful CPU, high-capacity RAM, and advanced GPU required for demanding engineering and design tasks, coupled with a lower-quality TN screen, making it less suitable for such uses compared to the MSI Stealth GS77, which offers a high-performance CPU and GPU, ample RAM, and a superior IPS display that ensures better screen quality for intricate work. Additionally, while the MSI Stealth GS77 is heavier and less portable, it compensates with a robust build and enhanced screen which are crucial for engineering and design professionals.
Content Creation
6.2/10
8.3/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for content creation, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
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
6.4/10
8.1/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for software development, while the HP 250 G10 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
5.3/10
8.3/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth GS77 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a high-quality display for everyday computing tasks, the MSI Stealth GS77 with its superior panel, resolution, and brightness will provide a more pleasant viewing experience than the basic display of the HP 250 G10. For those involved in engineering and design work where color accuracy is crucial, the MSI's screen, covering a wider color gamut, is more suited to this precision than the HP. However, if you're primarily interested in gaming and 3D applications which benefit from a high refresh rate, neither the MSI GS77 with its focus on color and resolution nor the HP 250 G10 with its lower overall quality will be ideal choices.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 250 G10 has good portability, while the MSI Stealth GS77 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
8.0/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 has very good build quality, while the HP 250 G10 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$349
$2,499
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the MSI Stealth GS77 costs $2,499.
"The HP 250 G10 is a decent budget device that surprises us with its high CPU frequencies under load. Still, our configuration has a Core i5-1335U which doesn’t require significant cooling, if choose a 28W P-series processor, maybe the situation with the clocks could be different. If you want to play some casual game after work, a memory in dual-channel is a must because it increases greatly the iGPU performance."
"The MSI Stealth GS77 is better than the GS76... mostly. The GS77 is a few steps forward and a few steps back from the GS76. Improvements are numerous including the stronger and more rigid skeleton, higher resolution webcam, larger clickpad, easier serviceability, relatively similar battery runtimes, newer display options, and higher performance at about the same TDP and TGP levels as before. CPU performance is better than expected even when compared to other laptops with Core i7 or Core i9 processors. The newer model feels more substantial than the outgoing one for higher quality impressions as well."
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About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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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