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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Bravo 15 offers slightly better performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering due to its AMD Ryzen processor and RTX 4050 GPU, making it suitable for more intensive gaming and tasks. The MSI Cyborg 15 is lighter and offers better battery life, making it more portable. It has an Intel i7 processor and RTX 4060 GPU, which still provides high performance but with a slight edge in general use over the Bravo 15. Both have similar storage, RAM, and display features. Choose the Bravo 15 for slightly better task-specific performance or the Cyborg 15 for portability and battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- The MSI Bravo 15 has no clear advantages over the MSI Cyborg 15.
Advantages of the MSI Cyborg 15
- Good for software development
- Good portability
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.9
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
The MSI Bravo 15 has a better screen than the MSI Cyborg 15 for general use, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The MSI Bravo 15 has a superior screen in terms of resolution and brightness which is crucial for clarity and visibility in general use, but it lacks in the color accuracy that engineers and designers need for precise work. The MSI Cyborg 15 offers similar performance in general usage and color reproduction for professional applications, although neither are ideal choices for users focused on color fidelity. However, both fall short for gaming and 3D due to their lower refresh rates, which can lead to less smooth visuals in fast-paced scenes.
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Cyborg 15 has 7.5 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.
Cost
$862
$1,100
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The MSI Bravo 15 has a price of $862 and the MSI Cyborg 15 costs $1,100.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The MSI Cyborg 15 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use.
The MSI Bravo 15 is rated fair for general use due to its adequate CPU and RAM, which are key factors but may fall a bit short for more demanding tasks, while the MSI Cyborg 15 is considered good for similar tasks, likely because it provides better performance in these areas along with superior screen quality, all without significantly compromising on portability or battery life. The difference in ratings could also be influenced by the somewhat important factors, where the Cyborg 15 may have enough edge in storage, keyboard, speakers, noise and heat management to elevate it from fair to good for general usage.
Gaming and AI
7.2
7.2
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Cyborg 15 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for gaming and AI.
The MSI Bravo 15 and MSI Cyborg 15 are both equipped with high-refresh-rate displays and GPUs well-suited for gaming and 3D applications, however, the Cyborg 15 has a slightly more powerful GPU, which would provide an edge in graphics performance. While both have quality screens and capable CPUs, the Cyborg 15's advantage in GPU performance could make it the preferable choice for users seeking the best gaming and 3D experience.
Engineering and Design
7.2
7.5
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI Cyborg 15 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for engineering and design.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
7.1
7.5
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Cyborg 15 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for content creation.
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
6.8
7.2
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Cyborg 15 to be good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 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.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Cyborg 15 to have good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7
6.7
The MSI Bravo 15 and MSI Cyborg 15 both have only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the MSI Bravo 15 and the MSI Cyborg 15 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Bravo 15 | MSI Cyborg 15 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$862 | $1,100 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | 14.2'' x 9.9'' x 0.9'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.96 lbs | 4.37 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 14.15" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 9.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | Intel i7-12650H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 7.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 53.5 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 267 nits | 234 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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MSI Bravo 15
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Nikolay Palaozov | July 2023
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming laptop."
MSI Cyborg 15
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Sascha Mölck | April 2023
"The focus of the MSI Cyborg 15 lies on a compromise of performance, mobility, and power consumption. Due to the reduced performance settings, the CPU and GPU perform below their capabilities. Nonetheless, their computing power is still sufficient for FHD gaming at high to maximum settings even then. The power consumption, which is low for a gaming laptop, can be translated into a good battery life. Realistic values of 7 to 8 h are still possible, despite the relatively small battery capacity of 53.5 Wh. Unfortunately the USB-C port doesn't offer any support for Power Delivery, which would be a sensible feature in the case of the Cyborg."
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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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