ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

durable military-grade build

high refresh rate display

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

heavyweight design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

vivid full hd display

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.9 cm x 26.9 cm x 2.48 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 1.7 kg
Colour Graphite black -
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6"
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Adaptive-Sync technology, IPS-level MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 24 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2050 / Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Dynamic Boost Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Sound Speakers, array microphone Speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra -
Audio Features Input: AI noise cancelling Output: Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 39.3 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt, 20 V, 7.5 A 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (white)
Features Chiclet keyboard, ASUS Aura Sync RGB LED, marked WASD, 1 RGB zone, ASUS Overstroke technology Precision touchpad, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0) (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI 2.0b
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Armoury Crate, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (3 months) MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming F17 (FX706HF) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features MIL-STD-810H tested, BIOS protection, Cortana support MIL-STD-810G tested
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number HX001W 003UK
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