MSI Sword 15vsMSI Pulse GL66

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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.
MSI
MSI Pulse GL66
Pulse GL66

Quick Stats

The MSI Pulse GL66 delivers impressive performance, handling demanding games with ease and perfect 1080p gaming speeds consistently.
The MSI Pulse GL66 has a sturdy build with a solid design that exudes premium quality effectively.
The MSI Pulse GL66's display offers a smooth and fast visual experience with impressive specs for gamers.
The MSI Pulse GL66 offers impressive specs and features for seamless gaming experience with excellent display and keyboard.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Sword 15
#709
MSI Pulse GL66
Winner
#706
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Sword 15
#380
MSI Pulse GL66
#378
Winner
Display
MSI Sword 15
#767
MSI Pulse GL66
#756
Winner
Performance
MSI Sword 15
#449
MSI Pulse GL66
#448
Winner
Build
MSI Sword 15
#800
MSI Pulse GL66
#786
Winner
Features
MSI Sword 15
#808
MSI Pulse GL66
#801
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Sword 15
MSI MSI Pulse GL66
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
up to 8000GB SSD + up to 1000GB HDD
Intel Core i7-11800H
Intel Core i7-11800H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (Laptop, 60W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (Laptop, 85W)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe slot See photo
2x M.2 PCIe x4 slots See photo

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

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.

MSI Pulse GL66

Strengths

The laptop has a great combination for 1080p gaming, with an i7 11800s processor coupled with the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 laptop GPU.
The thermal department is next level thanks to all of this dual fan setup and the next level heat pipes.
The battery life lasts around four hours which is decent considering it's a beefy gaming machine.
The webcam is surprisingly good, making it suitable for video calls and small video footage.

Weaknesses

The starting price of 1.4 lakhs may not be justified considering the competition from other brands like Acer and Asus at lower prices.
The panel isn't super bright and the body isn't lightweight either, which might be a concern for some users.
The fans get super loud to the point where you can't hear game audio, making it necessary to use headphones.
The color accuracy of the panel is not great, which may be an issue for content creators who require accurate colors.
Read Full Reviews

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.

MSI Pulse GL66

The MSI Pulse GL66 gaming laptop boasts impressive specs, including an Intel Core i7-11800H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU. With a 144Hz Full HD display and single-zone RGB lighting, this device is geared towards serious gamers. But does the starting price of ₹1.4 lakhs justify its features? In this review, we'll delve into the Pulse GL66's design, performance, and overall value to determine if it's worth the investment for both gamers and content creators.

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