MSI Bravo 15vsMicrosoft Surface Pro 8

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MSI
MSI Bravo 15
Bravo 15

Quick Stats

The MSI Bravo 15 delivers impressive performance without compromising on budget, making it a solid gaming laptop option.
The MSI Bravo 15's all-plastic chassis is sturdy and well-built, offering satisfactory build quality for its price point overall.
The MSI Bravo 15's decent display is passable for budget gaming, but lacks vibrancy and depth otherwise.
The MSI Bravo 15 boasts a high refresh rate screen, decent colors, and good build quality.
Microsoft
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
Surface Pro 8

Quick Stats

The Surface Pro 8 delivers impressive performance with an Intel i7 and 11th gen processor capabilities.
The Surface Pro 8's exceptional build quality and premium craftsmanship make it a standout device overall.
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8's vibrant PixelSense display delivers crisp visuals with excellent color accuracy overall.
The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 features a powerful Intel i7 processor with 16GB RAM and 256GB storage easily.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Bravo 15
#517
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
Winner
#516
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Bravo 15
#119
Winner
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
#570
Display
MSI Bravo 15
#757
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
#283
Winner
Performance
MSI Bravo 15
#157
Winner
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
#697
Build
MSI Bravo 15
#788
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
#84
Winner
Features
MSI Bravo 15
#802
Microsoft Surface Pro 8
#791
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Bravo 15
Microsoft Microsoft Surface Pro 8
up to 64GB
up to 32GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS
Intel Core i7-1185G7
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 (Laptop, 105W)
Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

MSI Bravo 15

Strengths

This laptop has really nice build quality, with a decent screen that's perfect for gaming at 1080p and high refresh rate.
The AMD CPU performs well after a BIOS update, and runs very cool even in heavy gaming tasks.
The cooling solution is effective, with no throttling whatsoever on the CPU for temperatures.
The laptop has good battery life, with around 6 hours of idle time and 4.5 hours of 1080p YouTube playback.
The built-in webcam is actually pretty good, with good colors and saturation.
You get upgradeable RAM and storage, which is great value for the price.

Weaknesses

The screen doesn't have huge color space, but it's still bright and decent enough for gaming.
The fans are not silent, but they're also not annoying either.
There's no metal unibody, with an all-plastic chassis that's not the most premium feel.
You might need to pay more to get a laptop with a 4060 or better GPU.
Some people may expect more compromises at this price point, but they're actually pretty minimal here.
The battery life is decent, but not exceptional - you might get around 6 hours of idle time.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8

Strengths

Solid design solid keyboard pretty decent pen great cameras
The device has 256 gigs of storage, an intel i7 and it's an 11th gen g series processor which is probably the most powerful you're going to get in a mobile device like this
This set (i7 and 16 gigs of ram) is going to allow you to do most photo editing maybe some light video editing or honestly maybe some moderate video editing
The price is high but not necessarily the hardware it's not necessarily the specs it is the price you're paying a lot of money for device with these specs unfortunately
It comes down to this if you're looking to only buy a laptop and all you're going to use this for is a laptop then keep in mind with this device here you're compromising a little bit on the battery life and it is a lot more expensive
Anybody who's looking for either a very light slim travel friendly laptop or want the best two in one on the market i think this is a clear choice
Travelers students or just anybody who is not worried about the cost of this it's a fantastic device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

MSI Bravo 15

The MSI Bravo 15 is a budget-friendly gaming laptop that punches above its weight class. With a powerful AMD CPU and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 GPU, this laptop delivers impressive performance without breaking the bank. The 15.6-inch 1080p display offers smooth visuals, while the decent battery life ensures you can game on-the-go for hours. Priced around $800 CAD (or $500-$550 USD), it's a steal for anyone looking to dip their toes into gaming without sacrificing too much.

Microsoft Surface Pro 8

The Microsoft Surface Pro 8 is a powerhouse device that excels as both a laptop and tablet. Its slim design and light weight make it perfect for travel or daily commutes, while its impressive specs enable seamless multitasking and productivity. However, the price point may deter some buyers, with the base model costing over $1,600. This review will delve into whether the Surface Pro 8 is a worthwhile investment for those seeking a high-end, portable device that can handle demanding tasks.

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