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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Bravo 15 is generally less expensive and offers good general performance with newer, slightly less powerful graphics. It's also lightweight, making it quite portable, but with moderate battery life. On the other hand, the MSI GP66 Leopard costs more but has more robust performance suitable for intensive gaming, 3D, and engineering tasks due to its stronger graphics and processor, and larger RAM. It's heavier and has a bulkier power brick, affecting portability, and it has a marginally shorter battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI GP66 Leopard
- Good for software development
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.2
7.8
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI GP66 Leopard and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for gaming and AI, though the MSI GP66 Leopard is somewhat better.
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
7.2
7.9
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI GP66 Leopard and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for engineering and design, though the MSI GP66 Leopard is somewhat better.
The MSI Bravo 15, with its AMD Ryzen 5 processor and RTX 4050 graphics card, is suitable for engineering and design due to its decent screen quality and capable hardware for complex tasks, though it's equipped with less RAM which may limit multitasking capabilities. Meanwhile, the MSI GP66 Leopard, with a more powerful Intel i7 processor, RTX 3080 graphics card, and double the RAM of the Bravo 15, offers higher performance for intensive engineering software and better screen accuracy, but with increased weight and potentially louder operating noise due to its higher-spec components.
Screen Quality
6.9
7.5
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
The MSI GP66 Leopard 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, despite being bright and having a decent resolution, may lack the color accuracy professionals need, while the MSI GP66 Leopard offers a vibrant and sharper image, better suited for precise work. When it comes to engineering and design, where color representation is critical, the MSI Bravo 15 falls short in fully covering professional color gamuts, whereas the MSI GP66 Leopard provides a wider color spectrum, making it preferable for color-sensitive tasks. For gaming and 3D applications, the MSI Bravo 15 and MSI GP66 Leopard may disappoint due to lower refresh rates, which means less fluid motion, though the Leopard's better resolution and panel might offset some drawbacks.
Build Quality
6.7
8.0
The MSI GP66 Leopard 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
$1,400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI Bravo 15 has a price of $862 and the MSI GP66 Leopard costs $1,400.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
362.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.8/10
The MSI GP66 Leopard and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use.
The MSI Bravo 15 is fair for general use with a moderate processor, basic RAM, average screen quality and portability, and limited battery life, whereas the MSI GP66 Leopard provides a good experience with a robust processor, double the RAM, significantly better screen brightness and color accuracy, albeit at the cost of being slightly less portable and having shorter battery life. The GP66 Leopard also has advantages in keyboard and speaker quality, but both have similar portability scores and manage heat well, ensuring either choice remains comfortable for extended use.
Content Creation
7.1
7.4
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI GP66 Leopard 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
7.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GP66 Leopard 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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 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
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 GP66 Leopard both have only fair portability.
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How the MSI Bravo 15 and the MSI GP66 Leopard compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Bravo 15 | MSI GP66 Leopard |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$862 | $1,400 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2023 | May 1, 2021 | |
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 i7-11800H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 65 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 | 362 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 8/10 | |
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 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
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 | 0 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
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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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