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Updated January 12, 2024·
If cost is a significant factor in your decision, the Maypug 15" Laptop is a more budget-friendly option compared to the MSI Stealth GS77. However, the MSI offers stronger performance suitable for demanding tasks such as gaming, 3D work, or engineering software. It features higher-end specifications including a more powerful processor, advanced graphics, and a higher-resolution screen with a faster refresh rate, but it's also heavier, which may affect portability. In contrast, the Maypug is lighter and thus more portable, but it has lower specifications that are adequate for basic general use and less intensive tasks. The MSI has a longer battery life, offering extended use away from a power source, while the Maypug may require more frequent charging. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth GS77
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Very good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
8.4
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.4/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop falls short for general use due to its basic Intel Celeron processor, minimal RAM, and low-resolution screen, which may limit multitasking and entertainment experiences, despite its light weight and relatively excellent battery life. In contrast, the MSI Stealth GS77 excels with a high-end Intel i7 processor, abundant RAM, and a superior high-resolution screen, enhancing performance and visual clarity at the cost of higher weight and shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.6
7.9
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is good for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
5.6
8.7
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very good for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a lower-end CPU and GPU, and minimal RAM, which limits its ability to handle demanding engineering and design applications, and its lower resolution screen does not provide the clarity desired for detailed work. In contrast, the MSI Stealth GS77 features a high-performance CPU, ample RAM, a superior GPU, and a higher-quality screen, making it well-suited for intensive tasks in engineering and design.
Content Creation
5.9
8.3
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very 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
8.1
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth GS77 is very 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
8.3
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth GS77 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a clear and vibrant display for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, the MSI Stealth GS77, with its higher resolution and brightness, offers a much better experience than the Maypug. For professionals in engineering and design who need accurate color representation, the MSI's wider color gamuts ensure that the colors you see on the screen match industry standards, making it a superior choice compared to the Maypug with its limited color range. However, if your main interest lies in gaming or working with 3D applications, the MSI's lower refresh rate may lead to less fluid motion, while the Maypug, despite other shortcomings, may provide a smoother experience if it has a higher refresh rate.
Portability
Good
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability, while the MSI Stealth GS77 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
8.0
The MSI Stealth GS77 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
$2,499
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a price of $600 and the MSI Stealth GS77 costs $2,499.
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Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 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.
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How the Maypug 15" Laptop and the MSI Stealth GS77 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Maypug 15" Laptop | MSI Stealth GS77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $2,499 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | 15.7'' x 11.2'' x 0.79'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.6 lbs | 6.17 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.97" | 15.65" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 11.16" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N5095 | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 29.6 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 6.5/10 | |
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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 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 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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