MSI Katana GF76vsMSI Sword 15

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MSI Katana GF76
Katana GF76

Quick Stats

The MSI Katana GF76 delivers impressive gaming and video editing performance at an affordable price point overall.
The MSI Katana GF76's sturdy and premium build is its major strength, ensuring overall durability and quality.
The MSI Katana GF76's standout feature is its smooth and vibrant 144Hz display with clear readability at all zoom levels.
The MSI Katana GF76 features a 17.3-inch 144Hz display for excellent gaming and multitasking performance.
MSI
MSI Sword 15
Sword 15

Quick Stats

The MSI Sword 15 delivers smooth gameplay due to its powerful 11th Gen i7 and RTX 3060 performance capabilities.
The MSI Sword 15's build quality is underwhelming and feels cheap due to its predominantly plastic construction.
The MSI Sword 15's display is serviceable for everyday use and gaming, but lacks color accuracy.
The MSI Sword 15 features a powerful combination of processor, graphics, and display capabilities.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Katana GF76
#710
MSI Sword 15
Winner
#709
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Katana GF76
#393
MSI Sword 15
#380
Winner
Display
MSI Katana GF76
#779
MSI Sword 15
#767
Winner
Performance
MSI Katana GF76
#454
MSI Sword 15
#449
Winner
Build
MSI Katana GF76
#835
MSI Sword 15
#800
Winner
Features
MSI Katana GF76
#815
MSI Sword 15
#808
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Katana GF76
MSI MSI Sword 15
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
Intel Core i7-11800H
Intel Core i7-11800H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (Laptop, 85W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop, 60W)
1x M.2 NVMe slot 
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

MSI Katana GF76

Strengths

No specific pros listed for this device

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

MSI Sword 15

Strengths

The machine has an 11th gen i7 and an rtx 3060, making it a powerful laptop for gaming and other demanding tasks.
The keyboard is very familiar to the reviewer, who has owned previous MSI laptops, although they find the keys slightly condensed.
The trackpad is perfectly fine for web browsing, despite having some flex when pressing the keys.
The 144Hz IPS display provides a good viewing experience, with adequate brightness even in daytime use.
The laptop's internal components are well-cooled, with two downwards-facing speakers and a 52 watt hour battery providing a good balance of performance and power management.

Weaknesses

The build quality is fairly cheap, with most of the material being used as plastic and plenty of flex in the chassis.
The IO ports are limited, with no ports on the back and only a headphone jack, microphone combo, usb 3.2 gen 1 type a and type c port, hdmi out, and gigabit ethernet available.
The battery life is extremely disappointing, with inconsistent results ranging from one to three hours even while doing the same task.
The webcam is relatively naturally lit, but appears fairly fuzzy and may not be suitable for serious video conferencing or content creation.
The laptop gets fairly loud while gaming, which may be a problem for users who prefer quiet computing.
Read Full Reviews

MSI Katana GF76

I recently unveiled what I consider the best value for money laptop in 2022 - the MSI GF76 Katana. This comprehensive review will delve into its real-life performance, covering light usage such as browsing and office work to more demanding tasks like video editing and gaming. I'll put this laptop through various tests, including battery life, video rendering, and gameplay, to assess its capabilities and value for money.

MSI Sword 15

The MSI Sword 15 is an intriguing laptop that boasts impressive specs, including an 11th gen i7 processor and an RTX 3060 graphics card. With its 16GB of RAM and 500GB NVMe drive, it's clear that this machine is geared towards gaming and demanding tasks. However, its all-plastic construction raises concerns about build quality and durability. Battery life also appears to be a major issue, with inconsistent results ranging from one to three hours even under light usage.

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