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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Bravo 15 offers good value at a lower midrange price, suitable for general use and lighter gaming, with a decent screen size and quality but less powerful graphics and processor, and moderate storage and RAM. The choice depends on whether you prioritize cost savings with the Bravo 15, or performance and screen quality with the Raider GE66. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
- The MSI Bravo 15 has no clear advantages over the MSI Raider GE66.
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE66
- Very good for general use
- Very good 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
8.3
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 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 Raider GE66 is very good for general use, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The MSI Bravo 15 is considered fair for general use due to its lower RAM, less powerful CPU, and lower screen quality compared to the MSI Raider GE66, which offers higher RAM, a more robust CPU, and a superior display, thus making it very good for general use. Battery life and portability are similar for both, but the Raider GE66 stands out with better heat management and speaker quality, further enhancing its suitability for more demanding tasks and entertainment.
Gaming and AI
7.2
8.5
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The MSI Raider GE66 stands out for gaming and 3D with its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a higher screen refresh rate which is crucial for smooth gaming visuals. In contrast, the MSI Bravo 15, while still suitable for gaming with its Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, operates at a lower refresh rate, making it less ideal for the most demanding gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.2
8.9
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE66 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The MSI Raider GE66 surpasses the MSI Bravo 15 in engineering and design due to its superior processor, more RAM, and a more powerful GPU, which are particularly critical for intensive tasks. Additionally, the Raider GE66 offers a higher resolution and better screen quality, but it is less portable and has a higher operating noise than the lighter and quieter Bravo 15.
Content Creation
7.1
8.3
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE66 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
8.0
7.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Raider GE66 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
8.4
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE66 has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The MSI Bravo 15 provides a balance of resolution and brightness suitable for everyday tasks and media consumption, making it a good fit for general use, but its limited color range may not display the full spectrum of colors required for detailed engineering and design work. The MSI Raider GE66 offers a high-resolution, bright display with a wide color gamut, which renders it very capable of producing the accurate colors and details necessary for professional engineering and design applications. However, both laptops have screens with lower refresh rates, which means they aren't ideal for gaming and 3D modeling where smoother motion and rapid screen updates are crucial for an optimal experience.
Build Quality
6.7
8.5
The MSI Raider GE66 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
$2,499
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The MSI Bravo 15 has a price of $862 and the MSI Raider GE66 costs $2,499.
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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 Raider GE66 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 Raider GE66 both have only fair portability.
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How the MSI Bravo 15 and the MSI Raider GE66 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Bravo 15 | MSI Raider GE66 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$862 | $2,499 | ||
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 i7-12700H | |
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 | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 144Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 267 nits | 300 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 Raider GE66
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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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