The MSI GF65 Thin is significantly less expensive, more portable, and offers a good balance for general use and light gaming, with a mid-range processor and a decent graphics card. On the other hand, the MSI Vector GP76 is more expensive, delivers superior performance for intensive tasks such as 3D rendering and engineering software due to its high-end processor and powerful graphics card, includes more memory and storage, but is less portable due to its larger size and weight. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GF65 Thin
Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.5/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
262.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for general use, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Vector GP76 is rated higher for general use than the MSI GF65 Thin due to its superior processor, more RAM, and higher storage capacity, which contribute significantly to overall performance and multitasking capabilities. However, the GF65 Thin is lighter, thinner, and a bit better in portability, but falls short with a less powerful CPU, less RAM, and half the storage space compared to the Vector GP76.
Gaming and AI
6.8/10
8.4/10
6.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
The MSI GF65 Thin is considered fair for gaming and 3D because it has a mid-range Nvidia RTX 3060 GPU and a decent 144Hz screen refresh rate, suitable for many games but not the highest end. However, the MSI Vector GP76 offers superior gaming and 3D capabilities with its more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a higher 360Hz refresh rate, providing smoother visuals for fast-paced games and more demanding 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
6.7/10
8.7/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
6.1/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
The MSI Vector GP76's superior CPU, four times the RAM, and a more powerful GPU make it very good for demanding engineering and design tasks, along with a larger, high refresh rate screen that enhances visual work, whereas the MSI GF65 Thin, with its lower-tier CPU, less RAM, and a less capable GPU, is merely considered good for such tasks, though it's lighter and more portable. The Vector GP76's heavier weight and larger size affect its portability, but it compensates with a better keyboard, while both laptops have similar screen quality and operating noise levels.
Content Creation
6.8/10
8.0/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for content creation, while the MSI GF65 Thin is only fair.
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
6.3/10
7.6/10
4.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is good for software development, while the MSI GF65 Thin 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
6.8/10
7.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
262.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen than the MSI GF65 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the MSI GF65 Thin may have adequate resolution and brightness for everyday tasks like browsing and video, but the panel type might not offer the wide viewing angles and color richness found in higher-quality displays. The MSI Vector GP76 likely offers better color accuracy, providing more precise visuals for professionals in engineering and design who require a broader color gamut to ensure their work matches industry standards. However, both laptops may fall short for gaming and 3D applications due to lower refresh rates, which can result in less fluid motion and slower response times during high-speed scenes.
Portability
Good
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The MSI GF65 Thin has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.7/10
8.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 has very good build quality, while the MSI GF65 Thin has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,100
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The MSI GF65 Thin has a price of $1,100 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
"The MSI GF65 Thin offers a GeForce RTX 3060 on a budget. The MSI GF65 is a relatively inexpensive RTX 3060 laptop and, perhaps not coincidentally, it also comes with a slower-than-average RTX 3060 GPU. Other laptops we've tested thus far with the same GPU are about 10 to 15 percent faster. CPU performance is also slightly slower than average unless if users decide to enable Cooler Boost mode. Colors, black-white response times, Thunderbolt, and DisplayPort are either average or completely omitted. Gamers who want to maximize performance-per-dollar without sacrificing RAM or SSD upgradeability will find the lightweight MSI GF65 attractive."
"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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