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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Creator Z16P is often somewhat less expensive and offers a better battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go usage and general use. It features a higher resolution touchscreen with a 16:10 aspect ratio that may benefit creative professionals. On the other hand, the MSI Vector GP76, while often somewhat more expensive, has more RAM for better multitasking and performance in engineering and 3D/machine learning tasks, a larger screen size at 17.3 inches which can improve gaming and video watching experiences but at a lower resolution and without touch capability, and a higher refresh rate beneficial for intensive gaming. It's heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable. Both are equipped with powerful processors and GPUs, so both would work well for demanding applications, but you'll need to consider whether portability or raw power is your priority. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Creator Z16P
- Very good overall display quality
- Good portability
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
- Very good for general use
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.6
8.4
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator Z16P is good.
The MSI Vector GP76 excels in gaming and 3D due to its higher screen refresh rate and a powerful GPU, which are crucial for fluid visuals and fast-paced action, although it compromises on portability and battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Creator Z16P also features a robust GPU suitable for gaming and 3D tasks, offers better screen quality with higher resolution, but has a lower refresh rate than the GP76, which might make it less optimal for the fastest action games despite its better battery life and portability.
Screen Quality
8.3
7.9
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
394.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Creator Z16P has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for general use, and engineering and design, while the MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen for gaming and AI, and software development.
When considering general use, the MSI Creator Z16P stands out due to its high-resolution display coupled with impressive brightness, which means sharper images and good visibility in various lighting conditions. For engineering and design, its screen excels by covering a wide range of colors, ensuring that professionals see accurate hues essential for their work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate may lead to less fluid motion, making the MSI Vector GP76, which likely has a higher refresh rate, a better choice despite any compromises in resolution or color accuracy.
Portability
Good
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The MSI Creator Z16P has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,300
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The MSI Creator Z16P has a price of $1,300 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
8.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
394.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for general use, while the MSI Creator Z16P is good.
The MSI Creator Z16P is bolstered by a high-end CPU and substantial RAM, making it adept for a range of tasks, along with a quality screen for clear visuals, but it trades off in portability and battery life compared to lighter laptops. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76 also features a formidable CPU and higher RAM, enhancing its performance for demanding use, and while it shares the screen quality and general use advantages, it similarly sacrifices portability and exhibits moderate battery life.
Engineering and Design
8.3
8.7
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 and MSI Creator Z16P are both very good for engineering and design.
The MSI Creator Z16P has a powerful Intel i9 processor, high-quality IPS display with better color coverage, and a touch screen, making it ideal for precision engineering and design work where color accuracy and screen quality are crucial. In contrast, the MSI Vector GP76, while also having a potent GPU and more RAM for handling complex tasks, offers a larger screen with a higher refresh rate which may be preferable for some engineering applications that benefit from a smoother visual experience and more workspace. Both laptops are less portable due to their size and weight, with the Z16P being slightly more portable; the Z16P stands out for design professionals, while the GP76 caters well to engineering efficiency and performance.
Content Creation
7.9
8.0
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Creator Z16P 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
7.6
7.6
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 and MSI Creator Z16P are both good for software development.
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
5.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The MSI Creator Z16P has 5 hours of battery life. The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 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.
Build Quality
8.0
8.0
The MSI Creator Z16P and MSI Vector GP76 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Creator Z16P | MSI Vector GP76 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,300 | $1,760 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.75'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.27 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.13" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.18" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 65 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 394 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Mario Petzold | June 2022
"There's almost nothing left to be desired with the MSI Z16P. The creator laptop offers enormous performance resources for image editing, video editing, rendering, and more. All this is presented on a precalibrated, adequately sized, and high-resolution display. Its color space, refresh rate, and panel technology are also perfectly suited for a device that specializes in video reproduction and editing."
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"The MSI Vector GP76 12UGS is a gaming laptop on speed. The advantages are clear: The Vector GP76 is a real gamer with its 360 Hz display and super-fast response times. In addition, the Core i7-12700H has double the power of the CPU in its predecessor and another highlight is the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti with a real power consumption of 150 watts. This places the device in the top range of our database. The Vector can also operate rather quietly, offers a full sound range, improved battery runtimes, a key-configurable RGB keyboard, a very stable chassis and good upgrade options. Moreover, the display produces a nice, rich and clear picture."
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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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