MSI Vector 17 (17.3-inch, 2024)

Powerhouse CPU performance ; Decent QHD+ IPS screen ; Excellent connectivity

Big, heavy and noisy ; You can find a faster GPU for the same price

It might not have the greatest screen or the most style, but the MSI Vector 17 HX (2024) gaming laptop gives you a great gaming spec for the money without any serious compromises.

Powerful performance ; High refresh rate display ; Packs a punch with 13th-gen Core i9 CPU ; Cutting-edge NVMe SSD inside

Bulky plastic chassis ; Less-than-stellar screen ; High price considering the mid-range GPU

The MSI Vector 17 HX gets a lot of things right with its expansive high refresh rate display, backed up by a cutting-edge storage solution, tons of RAM, and an all-star Intel Core i9 CPU. However, the quality of the display leaves a lot to be desired,...

Great gaming performance ; 2x SODIMMs + 2x M.2 slot (one is for Gen 5 SSDs) ; 165Hz refresh rate + 16:10 aspect ratio (AUOA9A6) ; PWM-free (AUOA9A6) ; 99% sRGB coverage + accurate colors with our “Design and Gaming” profile (AUOA9A6) ; High max...

Bulky ; Very noisy fans in “Extreme Performance” mode ; Plastic base ; No G-Sync or NVIDIA Advanced Optimus support ; Short battery life