ASUS TUF Gaming 15.6" FX505DV-EH54 Stealth Black 2020
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
What Buyers Say
ASUS TUF Gaming 15.6" FX505DV-EH54 Stealth Black 2020
The ASUS gaming laptop features a capable AMD Ryzen 5 3550H processor and RTX 2060 GPU, plus a 120 Hz 1080p screen. Users appreciate the quad-core performance and potential for a second SSD. However, the lack of a DisplayPort and vague warranty info leave some gamers hesitant. Overall, it's a solid mid-range option with a few connectivity concerns.
Pros
- High-refresh-rate 120Hz screen
- Powerful RTX 2060 GPU
- Quad-core AMD Ryzen 5 processor
- Expandable second SSD slot
Cons
- No DisplayPort
- Vague warranty information
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
The MSI Raider GE68HX is praised for its blazing speed, smooth performance, and stunning display, making it ideal for gaming and demanding tasks. Users love the extensive customization options and futuristic design, though they note the fans can get loud under full load and the laptop is quite heavy. Battery life is decent for normal use but drains quickly during high-performance gaming. Overall, the pros far outweigh the cons for most reviewers.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Smooth gaming experience
- Stunning display quality
- Extensive customization options
- Futuristic design
Cons
- Loud fans under full load
- Heavy and bulky design
- Battery drains quickly during gaming
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS TUF Gaming 15.6" FX505DV-EH54 | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen 5 3550H | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 4 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 2.1 GHz | 2.2 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | 6 GB | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 512 GB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6" | 16" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 250 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 0 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 3 | 3 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.0 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.20 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | 48 Wh | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
ASUS TUF Gaming 15.6" FX505DV-EH54 Stealth Black 2020
- Strong gpu (77th percentile)
- Below average cpu (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average ram (26th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (26th percentile)
- Below average portability (33rd percentile)
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
- Strong port selection (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong cpu (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average portability (9th percentile)9th %ile
Pricing
ASUS TUF Gaming 15.6" FX505DV-EH54 Stealth Black 2020 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 18 of 30 specs.
