MSI Sword 17vsMSI Bravo 17

We compare these two popular phones to help you decide which one fits your needs and budget better.

MSI
MSI Sword 17
Sword 17

Quick Stats

The MSI Sword 17 delivers impressive performance, handling high settings with averages above 100fps in various tests.
The overall build quality of the MSI Sword 17 is solid, with no major complaints found.
The MSI Sword 17 features an excellent IPS display with vibrant colors, great contrast, and smooth refresh rate.
The MSI Sword 17 features a stunning IPS display, dual fans, and multiple ports for seamless connectivity.
MSI
MSI Bravo 17
Bravo 17

Quick Stats

The MSI Bravo 17 delivers exceptional performance, making it ideal for demanding users requiring high-speed computing capabilities.
The build quality of the MSI Bravo 17 is impressive, solid, and well-crafted, exuding a premium feel overall.
The MSI Bravo 17's vibrant and crisp display offers improved visuals and wider viewing angles for gaming and multitasking.
The MSI Bravo 17 boasts a robust AMD Ryzen 7 processor with Radeon graphics and RGB lighting keyboard.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Sword 17
#668
MSI Bravo 17
Winner
#667
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Sword 17
#390
Winner
MSI Bravo 17
#719
Display
MSI Sword 17
#776
MSI Bravo 17
#775
Winner
Performance
MSI Sword 17
#366
Winner
MSI Bravo 17
#453
Build
MSI Sword 17
#829
MSI Bravo 17
#828
Winner
Features
MSI Sword 17
#812
MSI Bravo 17
#619
Winner

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Sword 17
MSI MSI Bravo 17
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 2000GB SSD
up to 12000GB SSD + up to 2000GB HDD
Intel Core i7-11800H
AMD Ryzen 7 4800H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 (Laptop, 85W)
AMD Radeon RX 5500M (4GB GDDR6)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

MSI Sword 17

Strengths

The 17.3 inch ips 144hz display does look absolutely beautiful.
The keyboard feels great
It's a decent 17.3 inch gaming laptop that's not going to quite break the bank
Fortnite ran at 156 fps with high settings
Injustice 2 and Witcher 3 ran smoothly at high settings

Weaknesses

The trackpad is too small given the screen size and footprint of the laptop
CPU temps were not ideal, averaging 81 degrees Celsius during gaming tests
Fan curve adjustment was not available in the bios
Cyberpunk 2077 ran at only 71 fps with medium settings due to outdated GPU
Dirt 5 ran at 65 fps with high-medium mix of settings

MSI Bravo 17

Strengths

The processor is AMD Ryzen 7 4800H, with Radeon graphics 2.9 gigahertz
The original memory installed is 8 GB but can be upgraded to 32 GB
The system type is 64-bit operating system so time 64 base processor
The display is 17.3 inches of voice
The laptop is thin and very quiet
The keyboard has RGB lights, which is a nice feature
The laptop performs well when it comes to video rendering and gaming
The backpack that came with the laptop is spacious and fits well on the back

Weaknesses

There's something unknown in the manual that needs to be visited to the shop again
The adapter power adapter is bulky and old
There's foam inside the laptop, which might be a design issue
The laptop does not have pen attached display
The RGB keyboard can be distracting for some users
There are issues with turning off the laptop quickly
The gaming mouse that came with the laptop needs to be clapped in order to turn on
The specs of the laptop were not clearly explained
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MSI Sword 17

The MSI Sword 17 is a 17.3-inch gaming laptop that offers an impressive balance of performance and affordability. With its vibrant IPS display running at 144Hz, the keyboard providing a comfortable typing experience, and the ability to handle demanding games like Witcher 3 and Cyberpunk 2077, this laptop is a great option for those seeking a decent gaming experience without breaking the bank. In this review, we'll dive deeper into its features and performance.

MSI Bravo 17

Seven years ago, I invested in a Samsung laptop worth around 16,000 for work and photo/video editing needs. It served me well until the fifth year when it started to slow down, freezing during video rendering and crashing frequently. A hard drive replacement with an SSD didn't fully resolve the issue, leading to frustrating experiences. I've recently upgraded to a new gaming laptop, but my trusty old one has left me with some expectations for its successor.

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