If you prioritize a larger screen and slightly better performance for 3D, machine learning, and engineering tasks, the MSI Vector GP76 may suit you despite its heavier weight and shorter battery life. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 15 offers a higher resolution display with better color accuracy, making it ideal for tasks that require visual detail, and it is more portable with a longer battery life, although it comes with less RAM. Both have ample storage, powerful processors, and are similarly priced, so your choice should be based on whether portability, screen quality, or performance is your priority. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
Very good for general use
Advantages of the Razer Blade 15
Very good overall display quality
Good portability
Very good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.9/10
8.2/10
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
264.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
271.0 nits
The Razer Blade 15 has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for general use, and engineering and design.
The MSI Vector GP76 provides a balance in screen quality that suits general computing and engineering thanks to its resolution and brightness, but its lower refresh rate makes it less ideal for the fast-paced visuals needed in gaming and 3D work. The Razer Blade 15 shines in both general use and engineering design with its high-resolution display that offers vibrant colors and brightness, yet for gaming and 3D tasks, its screen falls short due to a refresh rate that doesn't fully support fluid motion. For users prioritizing color accuracy in professional creative work or desiring crisp visuals for daily tasks, these laptops excel, but dedicated gamers may find the screens less responsive to their needs.
Portability
Poor
Good
17.3in
SIZE
15.6in
6.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.4 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Razer Blade 15 has good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,760
$2,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI Vector GP76 has a price of $1,760 and the Razer Blade 15 costs $2,500.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for general use, while the Razer Blade 15 is good.
The MSI Vector GP76 offers top performance for general use with a powerful CPU and ample RAM, along with a large screen, but it is less portable and has shorter battery life compared to the Razer Blade 15, which also features a high-quality CPU, sufficient RAM for general tasks, superior screen resolution, better portability, and longer battery life.
Gaming and AI
8.4/10
8.0/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
360Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Vector GP76 and Razer Blade 15 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The MSI Vector GP76 leads with a higher screen refresh rate, ideal for a smoother gaming and 3D experience, while the Razer Blade 15 offers the same powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU for high-end gaming performance but with a more vivid and sharper screen due to higher resolution, albeit at a lower refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
8.7/10
8.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.0/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 and Razer Blade 15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The MSI Vector GP76 and Razer Blade 15 are both well-suited for engineering and design due to their powerful CPUs, abundant RAM, and high-end GPUs which facilitate demanding software and complex computations. The MSI has a larger screen with a higher refresh rate, advantageous for detailed design work, while the Razer offers a higher resolution display and is more portable, with a superior build quality that includes a more refined keyboard and quieter operating noise, making it a better choice for users on the move.
Content Creation
8.0/10
8.0/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Vector GP76 and Razer Blade 15 are both very 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
7.6/10
7.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
32.0 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 Vector GP76 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
4.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 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 Vector GP76 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 Vector GP76 and the Razer Blade 15 compare to other laptops
"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."
"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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