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Updated March 22, 2024·
If budget is your primary concern and you need a more affordable option for everyday tasks and casual gaming, the HP Omen Transcend 14 is suitable, but keep in mind that the MSI Stealth GS77, while more expensive, offers superior performance which is particularly useful for demanding engineering software, 3D rendering, and high-end gaming. The MSI also typically features a larger screen which is great for productivity, but this means it's less portable than the smaller, lighter HP. Both machines have their strengths, so your choice should reflect whether performance and screen size or cost and portability align better with your needs. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
- Good portability
- Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS77
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.6
8.3
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth GS77 for general use, and engineering and design, while the MSI Stealth GS77 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
For general use, both the HP Omen Transcend 14 and the MSI Stealth GS77 offer displays with sharp resolutions and high brightness, ensuring clear and vivid images for everyday tasks like browsing or video streaming. In engineering and design applications, these laptops provide wide color gamuts, allowing professionals to work with a broad spectrum of colors for accurate graphic design and video editing. However, when it comes to gaming and 3D work, the lower refresh rates on these devices mean less fluid motion and slower screen updates, which could detract from the immersive and responsive experience gamers and 3D artists seek.
Battery
11.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth GS77 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.
Portability
Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.8 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the MSI Stealth GS77 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2
8.0
The MSI Stealth GS77 has very good build quality, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,699
$2,499
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a price of $1,699 and the MSI Stealth GS77 costs $2,499.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.2
8.4
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
400.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
11.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very good for general use.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a balance between performance and portability, with a strong CPU and ample RAM that can handle a variety of tasks while being easier to carry around, though you may find its battery life limiting for extended use away from power sources. The MSI Stealth GS77, on the other hand, also provides a high-quality screen and powerful internals suitable for demanding applications but its larger size and potentially short battery life make it less convenient for constant travel.
Gaming and AI
7.9
7.9
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both good for gaming and AI.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with its capable graphics card, provides a solid gaming experience, but the MSI Stealth GS77, with a higher-tier GPU and a faster screen refresh rate, delivers smoother visuals crucial for fast-paced games. While both have strong processors and good screens, the MSI's superior graphics performance and display fluidity cater better to the demands of high-end gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.5
8.7
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS77 and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and the MSI Stealth GS77 both have powerful CPUs, ample RAM, and dedicated GPUs, which cater to the high-performance needs of engineering and design software, as well as high-quality screens for precise visuals. However, the HP Omen with a smaller form factor offers greater portability at the expense of a larger work area, while the MSI model provides a superior keyboard and quieter operation, making it an ideal choice for prolonged work sessions, despite being less portable.
Content Creation
8.3
8.3
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth GS77 and HP Omen Transcend 14 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
8.1
8.1
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and MSI Stealth GS77 are both very 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HP Omen Transcend 14 | MSI Stealth GS77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,699 | $2,499 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.3'' x 9.2'' x 0.71'' | 15.7'' x 11.2'' x 0.79'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.87 lbs | 6.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.32" | 15.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 11.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 11 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 71 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 400 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.2/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.3/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Allen Ngo | April 2022
"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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