The HP Stream 14" is ideal for general use like web browsing, document editing, and light media consumption given its affordability and portability, but if you're looking to perform more intensive tasks such as 3D modeling, machine learning, or high-end gaming, the MSI Vector GP76 is better equipped. The MSI laptop will have much stronger performance capabilities, but it is more expensive and less portable. If battery life is a concern for you, the HP may have the edge as more powerful laptops like the MSI often have shorter battery life due to their higher power consumption. Choose the HP for simple tasks and great mobility or the MSI for demanding applications at the expense of portability and cost. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Stream 14"
Very 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
6.5/10
8.0/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
220.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
7.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for general use, while the HP Stream 14" is only fair.
The MSI Vector GP76 boasts superior processing power with its Intel i7 chip and Nvidia RTX graphics, as well as double the RAM and a higher-quality IPS display, which makes it very good for general use, augmented by its ample storage. In contrast, the HP Stream 14" has a more modest Intel Celeron processor and less powerful integrated graphics, paired with a lower-resolution TN screen, making it merely fair for general use, despite its lighter weight and longer battery life.
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 Stream 14" is poor.
The HP Stream 14" is equipped with a basic Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and has a standard screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which limits its ability to handle demanding gaming or 3D tasks, while the MSI Vector GP76 boasts a powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a high refresh rate of 360Hz, providing a significant advantage for smooth and high-quality gaming or 3D experiences. Additionally, the HP's budget-minded Intel Celeron CPU and lower quality TN panel contrast with the MSI's high-performance Intel i7 CPU and superior IPS display, reinforcing the MSI's dominance in gaming and 3D capabilities.
Engineering and Design
5.7/10
8.7/10
3.4/10
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 Stream 14" is poor.
The HP Stream 14's Intel Celeron processor, basic integrated graphics, and low-resolution TN screen do not provide the power and visual clarity needed for engineering and design tasks, unlike the MSI Vector GP76, which has a powerful Intel i7 processor, high-end Nvidia graphics, and a sharper IPS display. While the HP offers better portability due to its lighter weight, the MSI's superior performance and screen quality are essential for demanding engineering software and detailed design work.
Content Creation
6.7/10
8.0/10
3.4/10
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 Stream 14" 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
6.5/10
7.6/10
3.4/10
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 Stream 14" 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
5.2/10
7.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
220.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen than the HP Stream 14" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The HP Stream 14" likely has a lower resolution and dimmer display, which makes the screen appear less crisp and vibrant for any use, including general tasks. For engineering and design work, the HP's limited color coverage means it can't accurately represent the full spectrum of colors, making it less suitable for professional visual work that requires precise color accuracy. As for the MSI Vector GP76, despite having a display that's suitable for general use and capable of representing colors more accurately for design tasks, its lower refresh rate may not be ideal for gaming and 3D applications where smoother motion representation is crucial.
Battery
7.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The HP Stream 14" has 7.5 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
Very Good
Poor
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The HP Stream 14" has very good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.5/10
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 has very good build quality, while the HP Stream 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$299
$1,760
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The HP Stream 14" has a price of $299 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
"With half of the main system memory and a fraction of the storage that we recommend in any budget Windows laptop, the HP Stream 14 does not impress. Perhaps it doesn't need to, depending on your reference point. For the price, you're getting a functional laptop with Windows 10, which already places the HP Stream 14 above most Chromebooks on that merit alone. Still, in this price range, you can't do much worse, but you can do better. In fact, for just $100 more, you can grab the much superior budget option, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 14."
"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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