Which one is more valuable to purchase? Asus ROG Strix G17 (2022) versus MSI GP 76 (2022)
Which one is more valuable to purchase? Asus ROG Strix G17 (2022) versus MSI GP 76 (2022)
Hi everyone!
Which option stands out as the best purchase? Asus ROG Strix G17 vs MSI GP76 Leopard (2022)
ASUS ROG STRIX G17
R9 6900HX/RTX3070Ti-8gb/32g/150W/240HZ/17.3
17.3”16:9WQHD (2560 x 1440)
Refresh Rate:240Hz
1TB PCIe® 4.0 NVMe™ M.2 SSD
MSI GP76 Leopard
i7-11800H/RTX3080-8gb/32g/2.5K/240HZ/17.3
17.3"16:9 QHD (2560*1440)
Refresh rate:240 Hz DCI-P3 100% IPS-Level
1TB SSD
PCI-E4.0×4
TMHO they’re quite similar. MSI is just a bit more expensive.
I notice the GPU differences are noticeable, but what bothers me most are the display quality, cooling solutions (Arc Flow Intelligence vs MSI Cooler Boost 5) and overall construction.
What advice would you give?
I think I’d probably choose the ASUS model. It should generate less heat compared to that MSI one. That MSI model seems to be a bit of a powerhouse.
The configurations aren’t identical, but when checking reviews for the ROG Strix G17 (2022) and MSI GP76 Leopard, the ASUS cooling system managed AMD CPUs under heavy load with all cores at 3.77Ghz, while the MSI could only handle Intel CPUs at 3Ghz for longer periods. So even though the MSI appears faster in theory, I anticipate it might struggle during intense gaming sessions. The ASUS should offer steadier frame rates and resist throttling better.
https://laptopmedia.com/review/asus-rog-...nd-comfort
MSI GP76 Leopard 10UG laptop review: RTX 3070 operates at 140 watts
We evaluate the MSI GP76 Leopard 10UG with an Intel Core i7-10750H, Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 graphics card, 16 GB RAM, and a 512 GB SSD.
www.notebookcheck.net
Keep in mind that the MSI review uses an Intel 10th generation CPU, whereas the one you’re considering is from the 11th generation. This likely means it can maintain higher clock speeds. Thanks to the improved thermal performance of the 10nm process versus the older 14nm.
Here’s your feedback rephrased:
You mentioned it’s challenging to locate the latest models with improved specifications online. Most of the available options are from 2021 and may not reflect current upgrades. Regarding Asus, it does offer better cooling for the CPU, but benchmarks suggest it underperforms in GPU cooling. The gap between the 3070Ti and 3080 became clear, especially in terms of frame rates between 15-20 FPS for certain games. Would pairing the 3070Ti with an R9 6900 really be worthwhile?
I haven’t noticed that STRIX includes DDR5, while MSI uses DDR4. However, I think MSI is more robust overall. In my view, keeping the laptop at home is a better idea. What are your opinions on other brands or models? With a budget around $2000, both options seem affordable locally. Alienware is quite expensive in this price range, and I’ve heard Lenovo and Acer don’t rank highly in the gaming scene either.
Thanks again for taking the time to assist me!
I wasn't able to determine which option offers superior GPU cooling. When reviewing the articles, it seems ASUS provides a more uniform heat distribution across the CPU, GPU, and fans. In contrast, MSI appears to concentrate more load on one fan, giving priority to either the CPU or GPU with its heatpipes. I’m uncertain whether the larger heat spreaders are intended for the CPU or GPU.
I usually link Acer with lower quality and Lenovo with business laptops, neither of which impresses for gaming.
I lean towards ASUS. I believe the CPU and GPU are more evenly balanced there. MSI might experience more heat problems. If your main concern is maximizing detail and resolution settings, MSI could deliver higher FPS. However, if you prioritize maximum FPS at the cost of detail, ASUS seems more reliable.
In general, I prefer ASUS products over MSI. ASUS produces excellent motherboards. I’ve also experienced an MSI gaming laptop failing after two years due to VRAM failure.