Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 vs MSI Vector VECTOR16HXA2400
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 2019, Core i7-1065G7, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Platinum
MSI Vector VECTOR16HXA2400 2025, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5080, Cosmo Gray
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 2019, Core i7-1065G7, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Platinum
The Surface Pro 7 receives strong praise for its durability, performance, and display quality. Users highlight fast boot times, excellent Wi-Fi range, and the ability to withstand drops over years of use. However, some are disappointed that the keyboard is not included in the package, and the device ships with Windows 10 Home instead of Pro.
Pros
- Durable build quality
- Fast boot time
- Excellent Wi-Fi range
- Great screen color rendition
- SSD performance
Cons
- Keyboard not included
- Comes with Windows 10 Home instead of Pro
- Expensive
MSI Vector VECTOR16HXA2400 2025, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5080, Cosmo Gray
The MSI Vector 16 HX is widely praised for its top-tier performance, combining an Intel Ultra 9-275HX processor and RTX 5080 graphics to handle gaming, multitasking, and creative work with ease. Users highlight the vibrant QHD+ 240Hz display, premium build quality, and excellent value for money, especially when purchased on sale. The main drawbacks are loud fan noise, even at idle, and the laptop's thick, heavy design, though many find the robust cooling and power efficiency trade-offs acceptable.
Pros
- Top-tier gaming performance
- Vibrant QHD+ 240Hz display
- Premium build quality
- Excellent value for money
- Robust cooling system
Cons
- Loud fan noise even at idle
- Thick and heavy design
- Fans spin up occasionally at idle
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 | MSI Vector VECTOR16HXA2400 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i7 1065G7 | Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 3.9 GHz★ | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Iris Plus Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 16 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | — | GDDR7 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 512 GB | 1 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.3" | 16" |
| Resolution | 2736 px★ | 2560 px |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 240 Hz★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | 2 |
| HDMI | — | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0★ | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.79 kg★ | 2.70 kg |
| Battery | 42 Wh★ | — |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 2019, Core i7-1065G7, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Platinum
- Strong portability (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average social proof (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average port selection (25th percentile)
- Below average cpu (28th percentile)
MSI Vector VECTOR16HXA2400 2025, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5080, Cosmo Gray
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong cpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average portability (10th percentile)10th %ile
Pricing
Microsoft Surface Pro 12.3" 7 2019, Core i7-1065G7, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Platinum
No current pricing available
MSI Vector VECTOR16HXA2400 2025, Core Ultra 9 275HX, 16GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 5080, Cosmo Gray
Verdict
Scores 75 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 12 of 29 specs.
