The HP Envy 17 offers a larger display and better touchscreen interface making it suitable for users who prioritize screen real estate and touch capability, which can be beneficial for general use and productivity tasks. Despite having a lower battery life compared to MSI Bravo 15, it has a full-sized keyboard, higher brightness, more color accuracy, and additional port options including Thunderbolt. On the other hand, the MSI Bravo 15 is lighter, which enhances portability, and features a more powerful graphics card and higher screen refresh rate, making it more suitable for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning applications. However, the MSI has less RAM which might limit performance in multitasking and complex software tasks. Choose the HP for a blend of productivity and general use, and the MSI if gaming or graphics-intensive tasks are a priority. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Envy 17
Good for software development
Good overall build quality
Good portability
Good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.4/10
7.2/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the HP Envy 17 is only fair.
The MSI Bravo 15 outperforms the HP Envy 17 in gaming and 3D applications primarily because it has a dedicated Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate, leading to smoother visuals and better rendering. In contrast, the HP Envy 17 relies on an integrated GPU, which is less powerful for demanding tasks, and it has a lower screen refresh rate which is less ideal for fast-paced games.
Software Development
7.5/10
6.8/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The HP Envy 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
6.8/10
6.9/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
329.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The HP Envy 17 has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for engineering and design, software development, and content creation, while the MSI Bravo 15 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The HP Envy 17 offers a combination of high resolution and brightness, which along with its panel type, makes it suitable for general use, providing clear and vibrant visuals. For engineering and design, it delivers a wider color range, crucial for tasks requiring color accuracy. However, for gaming and 3D applications, it falls short due to a lower refresh rate, which is key for smooth, responsive visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP Envy 17 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 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.
Cost
$1,000
$862
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The HP Envy 17 has a price of $1,000 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $862.
The HP Envy 17 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use.
The HP Envy 17 provides a more pleasant general-use experience due to its higher-quality screen, more substantial RAM, and a CPU that handles everyday tasks smoothly, while its larger size and weight impact portability. Conversely, the MSI Bravo 15 is more portable and better suited for gaming due to its dedicated graphics unit, but its lower RAM, weaker screen quality, and shorter battery life make it less ideal for general use.
Engineering and Design
7.4/10
7.2/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The HP Envy 17 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The HP Envy 17 is well-suited for engineering and design tasks due to its capable Intel i7 processor, 16GB of RAM, integrated Iris Xe graphics, and a high-resolution 17.3-inch screen that provides good color accuracy and contrasts for detailed visual work.
Content Creation
7.5/10
7.1/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The HP Envy 17 and MSI Bravo 15 are both 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.
Portability
Good
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
5.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Envy 17 to have good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Envy 17 to have 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.
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How the HP Envy 17 and the MSI Bravo 15 compare to other laptops
"In our test, the HP Envy 17-cr0079ng presents itself as a balanced multimedia laptop. Thanks to its solid CPU performance and dedicated entry-level GeForce, it can also be used for playing video games, as long as the demands aren't too high. Those looking for more can find it in the Dell XPS 17 for example."
"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 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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