The MSI GP66 Leopard is more suited for intensive gaming, 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks due to its powerful dedicated GPU, but it's heavier, less portable, and has shorter battery life. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, being lighter with a longer battery life and a touchscreen OLED display, excels at general use and has better portability, but falls short on tasks that require heavy graphics processing. Choose the MSI if performance is crucial and you don't mind the extra weight, or the Samsung for regular use with the convenience of a convertible design. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GP66 Leopard
Good for gaming and AI
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360
Excellent portability
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
6.2/10
8.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI GP66 Leopard is good for gaming and AI, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 is only fair.
The MSI GP66 Leopard is equipped with a high-performance Nvidia RTX 3080 graphics card and a screen with a high refresh rate of 144Hz, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications. In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a less powerful Intel Iris Xe graphics solution and a lower refresh rate of 60Hz, rendering it only fair for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
7.9/10
7.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
8.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI GP66 Leopard and Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 are both good for engineering and design, though the MSI GP66 Leopard is somewhat better.
The MSI GP66 Leopard, with a high-performance CPU and a powerful dedicated Nvidia GPU, is well-suited for demanding engineering and design tasks, also offering a high refresh rate screen, though it's heavier and less portable. Conversely, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a very high-quality OLED touchscreen with wider color coverage and is more portable, but it has a less powerful integrated GPU, making it more suited for lighter tasks and offering better portability and versatility as a 2-in-1 device.
Screen Quality
7.5/10
7.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
362.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
375.0 nits
The MSI GP66 Leopard has a better screen than the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 for gaming and AI, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The MSI GP66 Leopard likely offers adequate resolution and panel technology for vivid images and clear text, which is essential for general tasks and detail-oriented work in engineering. However, its screen might not have the high refresh rates preferred for smooth gaming and 3D rendering. On the other hand, the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360, with its likely superior color accuracy and brightness, is well-suited for professionals who prioritize color-critical applications; though as with the MSI, its screen might not refresh quickly enough to appeal to gamers and those working with fast-paced 3D graphics.
Battery
5.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The MSI GP66 Leopard has 5 hours of battery life. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has 8 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
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
13.3in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has excellent portability, while the MSI GP66 Leopard has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,400
$800
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The MSI GP66 Leopard has a price of $1,400 and the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 costs $800.
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and MSI GP66 Leopard are both good for general use.
The MSI GP66 Leopard offers robust performance with its high-tier CPU and dedicated GPU, making it suitable for tasks that demand more power, including gaming, but this comes with moderate battery life and less portability due to its larger size and weight.
Content Creation
7.4/10
7.6/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 and MSI GP66 Leopard 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
7.2/10
7.4/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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.
Build Quality
8.0/10
7.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GP66 Leopard to have very good build quality, while the Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 has 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 Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 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."
"Samsung gets all the basics right with the Book2 360. Its convertible design works well in both laptop and tablet modes, yet still manages to be highly portable, with impressive battery life and eye-catching AMOLED display. The Samsung Galaxy Book2 360 measures just 12.9mm thick and weighs 1.16kg, making it one of the most affordable ultra-portables currently available. It’s sturdily built too, so it can cope with life on the road."
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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 Samsung
Samsung Electronics is one of the largest technology corporation by revenue. Based in South Korea, they are very well known for their wide range of phones, tablets, TVs and appliances. Their main line of laptops is the Galaxy Book series, launched in 2017. This range includes 2-in-1 convertible devices and standard notebooks, with a focus on portability and value for money.
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