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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you're considering price as a primary factor and your activities don't demand high performance, the Maypug 15" Laptop could be a suitable choice for general tasks like browsing, office applications, and streaming media. However, if you require a computer for gaming, 3D modeling, machine learning or intensive engineering software, the MSI GP66 Leopard, despite being more expensive, offers superior processing power and graphics performance. This laptop also typically comes with better cooling systems, which is important for long, intense work or play sessions. Remember, the MSI will likely be heavier and may not offer as long battery life as a more general-purpose laptop like the Maypug, which makes it less ideal for frequent travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- Good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI GP66 Leopard
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
7.5
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The MSI GP66 Leopard is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop's lower RAM, less powerful Intel Celeron processor, and weaker screen resolution make it less suitable for general use, while its extended battery life and excellent heat management could be beneficial for less demanding tasks.
Gaming and AI
5.6
7.8
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI GP66 Leopard is good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop's performance for gaming and 3D is limited by its Intel UHD Graphics which is less powerful and has a lower screen refresh rate of 60 Hz, compared to the MSI GP66 Leopard's superior Nvidia RTX 3080 and a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, making the latter more suitable for fast-paced gaming and intense graphic work.
Engineering and Design
5.6
7.9
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI GP66 Leopard is good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop, with its lower-end Intel Celeron CPU, basic Intel UHD Graphics, and a lower resolution screen, lacks the robust processing power, graphical capabilities, and display quality necessary for demanding engineering and design software, which the MSI GP66 Leopard readily provides with its high-end Intel i7 CPU, advanced Nvidia RTX GPU, and full HD screen.
Content Creation
5.9
7.4
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 GP66 Leopard 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
7.2
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 GP66 Leopard 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
7.5
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The MSI GP66 Leopard has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering the Maypug 15" Laptop, poor screen quality across the board indicates that it likely has a lower resolution with inadequate brightness and subpar panel technology, resulting in unsatisfactory viewing for casual browsing, professional design work, and gaming. The MSI GP66 Leopard, on the other hand, has better resolution and brightness, providing a more pleasant general use experience, and it incorporates a panel that offers good color representation for engineering and design tasks, though its lower refresh rate may not deliver the smooth visuals desired for high-speed gaming and 3D applications. For those valuing color accuracy and screen clarity for work more than high-refresh-rate gaming, the MSI GP66 Leopard is preferable, but for competitive gamers or those interested in 3D work, a laptop with a higher refresh rate would be more suitable.
Battery
7.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI GP66 Leopard has 5 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
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability, while the MSI GP66 Leopard has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
8.0
The MSI GP66 Leopard has very 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
$1,400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a price of $600 and the MSI GP66 Leopard costs $1,400.
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How the Maypug 15" Laptop and the MSI GP66 Leopard compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Maypug 15" Laptop | MSI GP66 Leopard |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | May 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.6 lbs | 5.25 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.97" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 10.51" | |
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 | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 29.6 Wh | 65 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 | 362 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 6.9/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Christian Hintze | December 2021
"The MSI GP66 Leopard is a good budget high-performance gamer. The MSI also does a lot right outside of the pure performance despite it's low price. For example, the adaptive cooling system really surprised us positively, even in Extreme Performance Mode. And the display is not a budget panel either, but at least outshines the competition in terms of brightness. Of course, you also have to accept a few compromises in this price category. These include the Leopard's poor battery runtimes and the less than optimal build quality, which is also noticeable in the more complicated maintenance."
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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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