ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) vs. MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) and MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern). 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 FX505GM (BQ171T) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

durable military-grade construction

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

moderate battery life

heavy build

no thunderbolt support

limited color accuracy

MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

strong battery life

quiet cooling system

attractive slim design

good display quality

limited gaming performance

no thunderbolt support

average speaker quality

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) and MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) vs. MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.6 cm 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.6 kg
Colour Black IMR Blue
DISPLAY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC, 47.34% Adobe RGB, 62.5% sRGB 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-reflective WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0
PROCESSOR ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 9 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus Max-Q design
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48 Wh 82 Wh
AC ADAPTER ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A 90 Watt
INPUT ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0, Quick Charge 3.0)
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
Software Included - MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS ASUS TUF Gaming FX505GM (BQ171T) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Included Accessories Power adapter, palm rest label Power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology
SAR Value 0.04 W/kg (body), 0.04 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
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