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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Stealth 17 is a high-end laptop with more storage, more RAM, and a more powerful processor and GPU, suitable for intensive engineering, 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. Its battery is larger but offers a modest battery life due to its high-performance components, and it has a better screen resolution and refresh rate for a sharper and smoother visual experience. It is also lighter and thinner, enhancing portability. However, it is typically much more expensive than the MSI Vector GP76, which offers less storage and RAM, and features slightly less powerful hardware making it more suitable for general use and gaming. The Vector GP76 also has a lower screen resolution and higher refresh rate which could be preferred for certain types of fast-paced games. It is slightly heavier and thicker than the Stealth 17, with a shorter battery life, and comes at a typically much lower price, representing better value if top-tier performance is not a necessity. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Stealth 17
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
- Very good overall build quality
Key differences
General Use
8.7
8.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
384.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Stealth 17 and MSI Vector GP76 are both very good for general use, though the MSI Stealth 17 is somewhat better.
The MSI Stealth 17 boasts a more powerful CPU, larger RAM, and superior screen quality, ideal for tasks that demand high performance, while also offering a thinner and slightly lighter build for better portability; however, it has a shorter battery life than the MSI Vector GP76, which is also very capable for general use, with a strong CPU, ample RAM, and quality speakers, but has a lower resolution screen and is slightly bulkier, impacting portability. Both laptops are well-suited for general use with high-quality keyboards and effective heat management but consider the Stealth 17 if performance and screen quality are paramount, and the Vector GP76 if longer battery life and somewhat better portability are priorities.
Gaming and AI
9.1
8.4
9.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 17 is excellent for gaming and AI, while the MSI Vector GP76 is very good.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
9.4
8.7
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
9.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
64.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 17 is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Vector GP76 is very good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.8
8.0
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
64.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 17 and MSI Vector GP76 are both very good for content creation, though the MSI Stealth 17 is somewhat better.
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
8.5
7.6
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
64.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Stealth 17 is very good for software development, while the MSI Vector GP76 is good.
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
8.6
7.9
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 17 has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
If you prioritize a crisp and vivid display for tasks like browsing or document editing, the MSI Stealth 17, with its higher resolution and brightness, edges out the Vector GP76, making text and images sharper and easier to see, especially in well-lit environments. For engineering and design work, where accurate color representation is crucial, the Stealth 17's superior color gamut coverage ensures that hues are more precise and consistent. However, if you're focused on gaming or 3D work, neither laptop is ideal due to their lower refresh rates, which could lead to less smooth visuals during fast-paced action or rendering tasks.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.0 Hours
The MSI Stealth 17 has 5.5 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.
Portability
Fair
Poor
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
6.1 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The MSI Stealth 17 has only fair portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$3,899
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI Stealth 17 has a price of $3,899 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
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Key similarities
Build Quality
7.8
8.0
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to have very good build quality, while the MSI Stealth 17 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 Stealth 17 and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| MSI Stealth 17 | MSI Vector GP76 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,899 | $1,760 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.7'' x 11.2'' x 0.79'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.17 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.65" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.16" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13900H | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 64 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 2048 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 65 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 384 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.5/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 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 | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Mario Petzold | April 2023
"The MSI Stealth 17 Studio is a laptop with a quiet RTX 4080 for almost every occasion. The MSI Stealth 17 Studio is equally capable of high-level media processing and playing current games. It remains pleasantly quiet, even if a few percentage points of power have had to be sacrificed in the process. But, it is not quite perfect: To some extent, the Stealth 17 is well thought out. It packs tons of graphics power and high-end components in a slim case. The laptop's cooling system can be set such that, noise-wise, it doesn't even reach low volume. However, small flaws cloud otherwise exceptionally positive impressions."
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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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