The MSI GP66 Leopard generally costs less and comes with a powerful Nvidia RTX 3080 graphics card, making it suitable for intensive gaming or engineering tasks, though it's heavier and has a lower display resolution compared to the Razer Blade 15. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 15 has a higher price but offers a more portable build, better screen resolution, and color accuracy, and includes features like a Thunderbolt port and Windows 11. It also boasts a newer processor and a longer battery life, making it well-suited for general use, 3D rendering, and machine learning applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GP66 Leopard
The MSI GP66 Leopard has no clear advantages over the Razer Blade 15.
Advantages of the Razer Blade 15
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good portability
Very good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.9/10
8.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI GP66 Leopard is good.
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for engineering and design due to its newer processor, higher screen resolution, and better screen color coverage, essential for detail-oriented tasks, compared to the also capable, yet slightly older MSI GP66 Leopard with a potent GPU and CPU but lower display resolution and color space coverage. While the Leopard offers strong performance, its less vivid display might not be as suitable for tasks where precise color rendering is crucial; the Blade 15 also boasts a more-portable design and higher-quality keyboard, which might appeal to professionals on the go.
Content Creation
7.4/10
8.0/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 15 is very good for content creation, while the MSI GP66 Leopard 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.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
362.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Razer Blade 15 has a better screen than the MSI GP66 Leopard for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The MSI GP66 Leopard's screen is suitable for general use and engineering due to its resolution and brightness, which make for clear and vivid visuals, while the color gamut accommodates precise design work. The Razer Blade 15 offers a similar experience with sharp resolution and high brightness for everyday tasks, and an even broader color gamut for professionals in engineering and design. However, for gaming and 3D work, both laptops fall short because of their lower refresh rates, which can't deliver the smooth motion graphics that these applications typically demand.
Portability
Fair
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Blade 15 has good portability, while the MSI GP66 Leopard has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,400
$2,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI GP66 Leopard has a price of $1,400 and the Razer Blade 15 costs $2,500.
The Razer Blade 15 and MSI GP66 Leopard are both good for general use.
The MSI GP66 Leopard offers strong CPU performance and high-quality graphics suitable for general use, but its heavier weight and larger size make it less portable compared to the slimmer and lighter Razer Blade 15, which also features a stronger CPU, better screen resolution, and greater storage capacity, factors important for an overall smoother general-use experience. Both laptops have good screen quality and size, ample RAM for multitasking, and similar battery life, making them capable choices, but potential buyers should consider the tradeoffs in portability and screen sharpness when deciding between the two.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
8.0/10
8.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 15 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI GP66 Leopard is good.
The Razer Blade 15 has a higher screen refresh rate and a more recent CPU, making it very good for gaming and 3D applications, providing smoother visuals and more efficient processing. Though the MSI GP66 Leopard also has a powerful GPU, its lower screen refresh rate makes it merely good in comparison, as it doesn't deliver frame rates as high as the Razer for the most fluid gaming and 3D experience.
Software Development
7.2/10
7.7/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 15 and MSI GP66 Leopard 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
5.0 Hours
The MSI GP66 Leopard has 5 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 15 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.
Build Quality
8.0/10
8.5/10
The Razer Blade 15 and MSI GP66 Leopard 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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How the MSI GP66 Leopard and the Razer Blade 15 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The 2022 Blade 15 offers roughly 15 to 25 percent faster graphics performance and 20 percent faster CPU performance over last year's Core i7-11800H and RTX 3080 model. Thankfully, the system doesn't need to run noticeably louder or warmer to achieve faster results, but both power consumption and battery life take a hit. The higher consumption in particular appears to be a trend amongst many 12th gen Core laptops including the Schenker Uniwill Technology GM7AG8P or MSI Vector GP66 when compared to their previous generation counterparts. We're also glad to not see below-average CPU performance which was the case for the 10th gen Core i7-10875H model."
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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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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