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Updated January 12, 2024·
The Lenovo V15, with its lower price, is a strong choice for general use and lighter tasks, excellent for those who prioritize budget-friendliness. However, for heavier work like 3D rendering, machine learning or gaming, the MSI Vector GP76 may be the better option despite its higher cost due to superior performance capabilities. The MSI also offers a larger screen and a more powerful graphics card, which is beneficial for visual-intensive tasks. Bear in mind that the MSI laptop's increased power results in reduced portability and shorter battery life as compared to the more lightweight Lenovo V15. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo V15
- 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
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3
8.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
231.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for general use, while the Lenovo V15 is good.
The Lenovo V15 suits general use with adequate power from its AMD Ryzen 5 CPU and a full HD screen that's fine for everyday tasks, coupled with greater portability and longer battery life, making it fitting for users who value convenience and efficiency. On the other side, the MSI Vector GP76 offers a much higher performance with its Intel i7 processor and ample RAM, alongside a superior screen and robust speakers, but it’s less portable and has shorter battery life, best for those requiring power over mobility.
Gaming and AI
6.1
8.4
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
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 Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The Lenovo V15 has a basic integrated GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, making it just fair for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the MSI Vector GP76's high-end Nvidia RTX GPU and very high refresh rate screen make it very good for gaming and engaging with 3D content.
Engineering and Design
6.3
8.7
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
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 Lenovo V15 is only fair.
The Lenovo V15 has a basic AMD Ryzen CPU with integrated graphics and a standard display, suited for moderate engineering tasks, and it's lighter for improved portability. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76 boasts a high-end Intel CPU, a powerful dedicated Nvidia GPU, and a superior screen, offering exceptional performance in engineering and design but with the tradeoff of increased weight and less portability.
Content Creation
7.3
8.0
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
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 Lenovo V15 is good.
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
7.1
7.6
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 and Lenovo V15 are both good for software development, though the MSI Vector GP76 is somewhat better.
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
5.4
7.9
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
231.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen than the Lenovo V15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Lenovo V15's screen may not provide the sharpness, brightness, or viewing angles desired for everyday tasks, leading to a less vibrant display and potentially more eye strain. For engineering and design work, where color accuracy is crucial, the V15 falls short in reproducing a wide range of colors, which might affect the precision of visual projects. Meanwhile, although the MSI Vector GP76 offers a clear and bright display suitable for general and design purposes, its lower refresh rate can hamper the smoothness of 3D applications and games, which could be less enjoyable or immersive for users.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Lenovo V15 has 8 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
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Lenovo V15 has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7
8.0
The MSI Vector GP76 has very good build quality, while the Lenovo V15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$579
$1,760
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Lenovo V15 has a price of $579 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
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How the Lenovo V15 and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo V15 | MSI Vector GP76 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$579 | $1,760 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 9.3'' x 0.78'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.1" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.3" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 38 Wh | 65 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | TN | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 231 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.7/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 480p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Lenovo V15
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Marvin Gollor | April 2022
"The strengths of the Lenovo V15 G2 AMD lie in its expandability of the RAM and allowing you to use two SSDs, in its performance that goes beyond everyday applications thanks to AMD's hexa-core CPU and Vega-7 iGPU, in its good keyboard, and its relatively robust case. In addition, the battery life of the office laptop is also acceptable, and the device stays cool and relatively quiet."
MSI Vector GP76
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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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