The HP 250 G10 offers a balance between cost and functionality for general use with its modest processor, integrated graphics, and standard display quality. Its lightweight design and longer battery life make it portable and suitable for everyday tasks like web browsing, office applications, and streaming. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76 is significantly more expensive but delivers high performance suitable for intensive tasks such as gaming, 3D rendering, and engineering software, thanks to its powerful processor and dedicated graphics card. Its larger, higher-quality display and responsive keyboard provide enhanced user experience, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life, which may limit its portability. Choose the HP for affordability and basic tasks or the MSI for performance-driven activities, albeit at a higher cost and reduced portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP 250 G10
Good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.3/10
8.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for general use, while the HP 250 G10 is only fair.
The HP 250 G10, with a modest processor and integrated graphics, is suitable for basic tasks but may struggle with more demanding applications; its TN panel with lower resolution also doesn’t provide as vivid a display compared to the MSI Vector GP76, which boasts a higher-end CPU, dedicated graphics, and an IPS panel with a higher resolution for a superior visual experience. However, the larger screen and more powerful components of the MSI make it less portable and with a shorter battery life than the lightweight HP, which may appeal to those prioritizing mobility and longer usage away from power outlets.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
8.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10 underperforms for gaming and 3D because it has a basic Intel UHD Graphics GPU and a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate which aren't suitable for intense graphics tasks, whereas the MSI Vector GP76 excels due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a high 360Hz screen refresh rate that offer a superior, smoother visual experience.
Engineering and Design
5.8/10
8.7/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for engineering and design, while the HP 250 G10 is poor.
The HP 250 G10's modest CPU and integrated graphics make it poorly suited for intense engineering and design tasks that require high-performance computing and graphical processing compared to the MSI Vector GP76, which is equipped with a powerful CPU and high-end dedicated graphics card, providing very good capabilities for such demanding applications. While the HP offers better portability and operating noise, the MSI excels in screen quality and overall performance, which are paramount for engineering and design work.
Content Creation
6.2/10
8.0/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Vector GP76 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
7.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is 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
7.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen than the HP 250 G10 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP 250 G10's screen lacks the resolution and brightness desired for general tasks, making text and images less sharp and vibrant, while the MSI Vector GP76 offers a much clearer and brighter display making general computing more enjoyable. For engineering and design, where precise colors are crucial, the MSI has better coverage of professional color gamuts, leading to more accurate color representation, but the HP 250 G10 falls short in this area. Although the MSI has a good screen for most uses, its lower refresh rate compared to specialized gaming models makes it less ideal for fast-paced 3D games which benefit from smoother visuals at higher refresh rates.
Battery
6.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The HP 250 G10 has 6 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
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The HP 250 G10 has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 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
$1,760
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The HP 250 G10 has a price of $349 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
"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 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 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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