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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Bravo 15 offers a balance of cost and performance, suitable for general use and moderate gaming. It is less expensive and has adequate specifications for everyday tasks and some gaming. However, if you need a high-performance machine for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, or engineering applications, the MSI GE66 Raider is the better choice, with a more powerful processor and graphics card. The tradeoff is that it is significantly more expensive. Both laptops have similar screen sizes, but the Raider has a higher resolution display, contributing to its higher price point. Portability is comparable between the two, though the Bravo 15 might have slightly better battery life due to its less demanding components. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- The MSI Bravo 15 has no clear advantages over the MSI GE66 Raider.
Advantages of the MSI GE66 Raider
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very 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
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1
8.4
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The MSI GE66 Raider is very good for general use, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The MSI Bravo 15 offers moderate performance for general use due to its simpler processor and lower RAM, making it suitable for everyday tasks, whereas the MSI GE66 Raider excels with a high-end processor and ample RAM, ideal for demanding applications and multitasking. While both have similar screen sizes, the GE66 Raider boasts a superior screen resolution and quality, enhancing visuals and detail, but this also affects its portability and battery life, making the Bravo 15 lighter and more travel-friendly.
Gaming and AI
7.2
8.6
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI GE66 Raider is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The MSI GE66 Raider stands out for gaming and 3D applications because it includes a more powerful Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti graphics card, which offers significantly stronger performance than the Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU in the MSI Bravo 15. While the Bravo 15 has a higher screen refresh rate, conducive to smoother gameplay, the superior screen resolution and graphic fidelity of the GE66 Raider's display may be more beneficial for the most demanding games and detailed 3D work.
Engineering and Design
7.2
9.1
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI GE66 Raider is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The MSI Bravo 15's AMD Ryzen 5 CPU and Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU offer suitable performance for engineering and design work, supported by 8 GB of RAM and a 1080p screen, making it a good option for users who prioritize a balance between capability and affordability. In contrast, the MSI GE66 Raider surpasses in power with its superior Intel i9 CPU, high-end Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti GPU, ample 32 GB of RAM, and 4K display quality, thus providing excellent performance for more demanding engineering tasks at the expense of a higher price and slightly less portability.
Content Creation
7.1
8.4
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI GE66 Raider is very good for content creation, while the MSI Bravo 15 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
6.8
8.4
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI GE66 Raider is very 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.
Screen Quality
6.9
8.2
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
347.0 nits
The MSI GE66 Raider has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the MSI Bravo 15's screen may offer adequate clarity and brightness, which is satisfactory for everyday tasks like web browsing or document editing; however, the MSI GE66 Raider steps up the experience with higher resolution and luminance, enhancing visual comfort and detail. When engineering and design are concerned, the GE66 Raider stands out by supporting wider color ranges, crucial for precision in color-sensitive work, whereas the Bravo 15's more limited color palette might not be as accurate. For gaming and 3D applications, the Bravo 15 falls short due to its low refresh rate leading to less fluid motion, whereas the GE66 Raider is hampered by not excelling in this area despite having a better panel and higher resolution.
Build Quality
6.7
8.5
The MSI GE66 Raider has very good build quality, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$862
$3,199
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The MSI Bravo 15 has a price of $862 and the MSI GE66 Raider costs $3,199.
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Key similarities
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI GE66 Raider 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.
Portability
Fair
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
4.9 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI Bravo 15 and MSI GE66 Raider both have only fair portability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Bravo 15 | MSI GE66 Raider |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$862 | $3,199 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.98'' | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.96 lbs | 5.25 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 14.09" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.2" | 10.51" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS | Intel i9-12900HK | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 99 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 120Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 267 nits | 347 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 6.9/10 | |
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 | 6.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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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 GE66 Raider
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Patrick Schüdzig | June 2022
"The MSI Raider GE66 12UHS notebook passes with flying colors. The GE66 is a high-end notebook with strong performance. The keyboard and trackpad are still very good and score well with precise inputs as well as high build quality. Thanks to a new liquid metal cooling solution, the Intel Core i9 12900HK brings a performance increase of around 50 percent over the predecessor's Intel Core i9 10980HK. The installed graphics card in our device delivers up to 30 percent higher frame rates than the RTX 2070 Super in the MSI GE66 10SFS."
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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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