MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU). 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.

MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

slim, stylish design

high-resolution display

fast processing speed

lightweight portability

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

ample storage options

heavy build

average battery life

pricey

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) and ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) vs. ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm 35.4 cm x 26.4 cm x 3.04 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 2.5 kg
Colour Grey Volt green
DISPLAY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Adaptive-Sync technology, HDR (high dynamic range), 7 ms response rate, Pantone Validated, IPS-level, Dolby Vision, 90% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13650HX
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design ROG Boost, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Camera Features Windows Hello -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Dual speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost 2, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: Smart Amplification technology, Hi-Res Audio; Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Qualcomm QCA8171 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 280 Watt, 20 V, 14 A
INPUT MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features White LED backlight Chiclet keyboard, 4-Zone RGB backlight, ASUS Overstroke technology
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Interfaces LAN
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone output
Mini DisplayPort
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI 2.1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included MSI Creator Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G614JU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology ASUS Aura Sync technology, Aura Sync light bar, BIOS protection, ROG Intelligent Cooling, Cortana support
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number - N3146W
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