ASUS TUF 16″ (90NR0QF3-M00CF0) vs MSI Cyborg 17 (B2074)
Comparison summary
- MSI Cyborg 17 is a winner for gaming while also being better priced.
- For graphics performance Cyborg 17 has a better performing graphics card.
- ASUS TUF 16″ has a higher resolution screen (WUXGA).
- Cyborg 17 features a bigger display. Its also slimmer and smaller in size.
- TUF features more memory.
- TUF has a bigger SSD.
ASUS TUF 16″ (90NR0QF3-M00CF0)
MSI Cyborg 17 (B2074)
Compare specifications
| ASUS TUF 16″ (90NR0QF3-M00CF0) | MSI Cyborg 17 (B2074) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 170 | - |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 32gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 4050 | GeForce RTX 5060 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 17.3″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WUXGA (1920 x 1200 pixels) | Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg) | 5.29 lbs (2.4 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.94 x 9.88 x 1.05 inches | 15.7 x 10.15 x 0.87 inches |
| (35.41 x 25.1 x 2.67 cm) | (39.88 x 25.78 x 2.21 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| June 26, 2026 | October 23, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,869.00 | $1,556.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,869.00 | $1,556.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
ASUS TUF 16″ (90NR0QF3-M00CF0)
MSI Cyborg 17 (B2074)
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ASUS TUF 16″ (90NR0QF3-M00CF0) summary
ASUS TUF is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It doesn't have the best AMD processor, though enough memory for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card that is weak great for gaming. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 60% of the games published this year. The 4000gb SSD storage is an exceptional amount. WUXGA resolution is decent for the 16″ 144 Hz IPS monitor. It is quite hefty at 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg).
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 16" 144Hz WUXGA 1920x1200 IPS Laptop, 8-Core AMD Ryzen 7 170,NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050, 6GB GDDR6 32GB DDR5, 4TB SSD,Wi-Fi 6 RGB Backlit KB 720p HD, Win11 Home w/ONT 32GB USB
Powerful AMD Ryzen 7 170 8-Core (Base Clock 3.2GHz, Up to 4.75 GHz, 8 cores, 16 threads, 16MB L3 Cache)
Upgraded to 32GB DDR5 SDRAM 4800 MHz | 4TB NVMe M.2 Solid State Drive | Windows 11 Home
Brilliant 16" 144Hz WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS 300 nits Anti-glare, 100% sRGB, G-Sync, Thin Bezel LCD Display. Powered by NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 6GB GDDR6, 720p HD Camera and integrated digital microphone
Realtek Wi-Fi 6 (2x2) and Bluetooth 5.3; 10/100/1000Mbps LAN. 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support Power Delivery / DisplayPort / G-Sync / 10Gbps, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A support 5Gbps, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack; 1x RJ-45 LAN, 1x Coaxial plug Power Jack
Full-size Single-Zone RGB Backlit Keyboard with Numpad; Speakers 2Wx2; 56Whr 4-cell lithium-ion battery (Up to 8hours non-gaming battery life); 13.94 x 9.88 x 1.05 inches, 4.85 lbs; Mecha Gray / Grey Color; 180W AC Adapter, ONT 32GB USB Drive
ASIN: B0H6PB8GGD
MSI Cyborg 17 (B2074) summary
MSI Cyborg 17 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5060 video card which is adequate great for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Full HD resolution is fine for the 17-inch 144 Hz display. The 1000gb SSD storage is okay. MSI Cyborg 17 is quite hefty at 5.29 lbs (2.4 kg).
msi Cyborg 17 17.3" FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptop: Intel Core 7-240H, NVIDIA Geforce RTX 5060, 16GB DDR5, 1TB NVMe SSD, Type C, Wi-Fi 6E, Win 11 Home: Translucent Black B2RWFKG-074US
Thin & Light 17.3” Gaming Powerhouse: Experience big-screen immersion in a surprisingly portable design—just 0.83 in thin and 5.5 lbs—making it easy to carry a 17.3” FHD 144Hz gaming display wherever you go.
Powered by Intel Core 7-240H for Smooth, Responsive Play: The latest Intel Core 7-240H delivers fast hybrid-architecture performance so games load faster, apps stay smooth, and multitasking feels effortless.
RTX 5060 Graphics for Next-Gen Gameplay & AI-Boosted Performance: Unlock advanced gaming with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060, featuring real-time ray tracing, DLSS 4 for higher FPS, and AI-accelerated visuals for competitive advantage and content creation.
Fast Memory, Large Storage, and Reliable Cooling: Game, stream, and create without slowdown using 16GB DDR5 RAM and a 1TB NVMe SSD, all kept cool by MSI’s Cooler Boost shared-pipe thermal design for quieter, more efficient sessions.
Essential Ports + Wi-Fi 6E for Flexible Play Anywhere: Stay connected with USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, RJ45, and Wi-Fi 6E for low-latency online gaming, fast file transfers, and seamless everyday productivity.
ASIN: B0FSGJZDNT