ASUS TUF Gaming 15.6" TUF506IV-AS76 Fortress Gray 2020
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
What Buyers Say
ASUS TUF Gaming 15.6" TUF506IV-AS76 Fortress Gray 2020
This laptop offers exceptional value for its price, with strong performance in gaming and productivity, a sturdy build, and decent battery life for light use. However, users note the screen has mediocre color accuracy and response time, the built-in speakers are poor, and the fans can get loud under heavy load. Overall, it's highly recommended for casual gamers and programmers who can overlook these trade-offs.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Strong gaming performance
- Sturdy MIL-STD-810H build
- Fast SSD and RAM
- USB-C with direct GPU connection
Cons
- Mediocre screen color accuracy
- Slow screen response time (22ms)
- Poor built-in speakers
- Loud fans under heavy load
- Heavy chassis
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" TUF506IV-AS76 | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen 7 4800H | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 2.9 GHz★ | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 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 | 1 TB | 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 | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 4★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 5★ | 3 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | — | 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 | 2.30 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | 90 Wh | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
ASUS TUF Gaming 15.6" TUF506IV-AS76 Fortress Gray 2020
- Strong port selection (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong storage (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average portability (29th 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
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 15 of 29 specs.
