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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you're looking for a cost-effective option for basic computing tasks like web browsing, document editing, and media consumption, the Maypug 15" Laptop is significantly less expensive and should suffice. However, if you require a laptop for more demanding work such as gaming, 3D modeling, or video editing, the MSI Pulse GL66 offers a powerful Intel i7 processor and RTX 3070 graphics card, but this comes at a higher price point. The GL66 also has a better display with higher resolution and faster refresh rate, which is great for multimedia and gaming, but it's heavier and may have a shorter battery life than more budget-friendly options like the Maypug. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Pulse GL66
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
7.3
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
245.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Pulse GL66 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a less powerful Intel Celeron processor and only 8GB of RAM, making it slower for multitasking and demanding applications compared to the MSI Pulse GL66, which boasts a more capable Intel i7 processor and 16GB of RAM. Additionally, the Maypug's lower resolution screen and shorter battery life hinder its effectiveness for general use, while the MSI offers superior screen quality and longer battery sustainability, enhancing user experience for varied tasks.
Gaming and AI
5.6
7.2
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Pulse GL66 is good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop has an Intel UHD Graphics card and a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, which is inadequate for gaming and 3D applications, whereas the MSI Pulse GL66 is equipped with a powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 144Hz, making it well-suited for such demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.6
7.5
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Pulse GL66 is good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop is not suited for engineering and design tasks due to its basic CPU, limited RAM and storage, and integrated graphics, while the MSI Pulse GL66's more powerful CPU, larger RAM, dedicated high-end GPU, and better screen make it suitable for such demanding tasks. Also, while both laptops are comparable in portability and build quality, the MSI has a higher quality keyboard and quieter operating noise, enhancing the user experience for intensive workloads.
Content Creation
5.9
7.2
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Pulse GL66 is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9
7.0
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Pulse GL66 is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.7
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
245.0 nits
The MSI Pulse GL66 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Maypug 15" Laptop's screen falls short across various applications due to limited resolution and low brightness, making text less crisp and colors less vivid, which is particularly noticeable in detailed engineering work and color-critical design tasks. The MSI Pulse GL66 offers a fair screen quality for general and engineering uses by providing decent resolution and acceptable brightness, but its color range may not fully satisfy professionals needing precise color accuracy. For gaming and 3D, the MSI's fair resolution and standard panel type do not completely disappoint, but its lower refresh rate can hinder the smooth visual experience that fast-paced games and 3D graphics demand.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Pulse GL66 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.
Build Quality
5.1
7.4
The MSI Pulse GL66 has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$600
$1,399
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a price of $600 and the MSI Pulse GL66 costs $1,399.
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Key similarities
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
4.6 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Maypug 15" Laptop and MSI Pulse GL66 both have good portability.
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How the Maypug 15" Laptop and the MSI Pulse GL66 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Maypug 15" Laptop | MSI Pulse GL66 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $1,399 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | March 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.6 lbs | 4.63 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.97" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 10.2" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N5095 | Intel i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 29.6 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 245 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 7.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Christian Hintze | April 2022
"The MSI Pulse GL66 has a lot of potential for improvement. Although the RTX 3060 is only able to use 105 watts, we still liked the gaming performance, particularly since this also makes the Pulse comfortably efficient but not slow by any means. Neither the dark display with its lame response times, nor USB 2.0 or the lack of Thunderbolt will please real gamers. The use of a sticker factory seal, which is at least questionable, also won't inspire any enthusiasm. It is obvious that the laptop is really designed for price-conscious gamers."
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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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