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Updated January 12, 2024·
Choose the MSI Vector GP76 if performance in demanding tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning is a priority and you don't mind a higher cost and less portability. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", while less expensive and more portable, is suited for basic tasks like web browsing, document editing, and media consumption, but it won't handle intensive applications well and is not ideal for heavy multitasking. Battery life will also be a factor; gaming laptops like the MSI often have shorter battery lives due to their powerful components, while simpler laptops like the Cloudbook tend to last longer on a charge due to less power-hungry hardware. Give Feedback
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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
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.0
5.7
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
264.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
4.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI Vector GP76 offers a powerful CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen suited for demanding applications, but is less portable with a shorter battery life, making it great for general use where performance is key. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a basic CPU, limited RAM, and lower-quality screen, yet it boasts better portability and longer battery life, which might not compensate for its poorer performance in general use.
Gaming and AI
8.4
5.5
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
8.7
5.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI Vector GP76 is equipped with a powerful Intel i7 processor, ample RAM at 32GB, and a high-tier Nvidia RTX GPU, making it highly suitable for complex engineering and design work that demands substantial computational and graphical processing power, as well as a good quality screen. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has a significantly less powerful Intel Celeron processor, limited RAM at 4GB, and a basic integrated GPU, all of which contribute to its poor performance in tasks requiring intensive processing and rendering, despite both having similar screen resolutions and types.
Content Creation
8.0
5.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
5.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
32.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
7.9
5.8
17.3in
SIZE
14.1in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
264.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Vector GP76 offers well-rounded screen quality that suits general use due to its combination of resolution, brightness, and panel type, ensuring clear and vibrant visuals. For engineering and design tasks, where accurate color representation is crucial, the MSI Vector GP76 meets the mark with its color gamuts, making it apt for detailed and color-critical work. On the other hand, the low refresh rate of the MSI Vector GP76 detracts from the gaming and 3D experience, which rely heavily on smooth motion and rapid on-screen updates to enhance immersion and responsiveness.
Battery
4.0 Hours
7.0 Hours
The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
Poor
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.1in
6.3 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has very good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.0
5.1
The MSI Vector GP76 has very good build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,760
$350
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The MSI Vector GP76 has a price of $1,760 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Vector GP76 | Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,760 | $350 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | 14.8'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.39 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.63" | 14.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.18" | 9.56" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 65 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 360Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 264 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.9/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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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."
Get a great deal on the MSI Vector GP76 or the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
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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