HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29) vs MSI WS76 17″ (11468)
Comparison summary
- HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ is hands-down better laptop for gaming.
- For performance 2026 ASUS TUF has a lot better performing processor.
- 2026 ASUS TUF has Windows 11 Home, which is better than Windows 10 that is in MSI WS76 17″.
- For graphics performance 2026 ASUS TUF has a better graphics card.
- 2026 ASUS TUF has a higher resolution screen (Full HD Plus).
- WS76 features a bigger display. For carrying 2026 ASUS TUF is lighter. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
- 2026 ASUS TUF has a bigger SSD.
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29)
MSI WS76 17″ (11468)
Compare specifications
| HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29) | MSI WS76 17″ (11468) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX | Intel Core i9-11900H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 128gb | - |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5070 | RTX A5000 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 17.3″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD Plus (2160 x 1440 pixels) | Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg) | 5.39 lbs (2.44 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.94 x 10.59 x 1.01 inches | 15.59 x 10.21 x 0.8 inches |
| (35.41 x 26.9 x 2.57 cm) | (39.6 x 25.93 x 2.03 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 |
| Hard drives | |
| 8000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 14, 2026 | July 30, 2021 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,679.00 | $5,599.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,679.00 | $5,599.00 |
| Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 10 h agoIn stock | Buy on Amazon.com Price updated 11 h agoIn stock |
Laptop Dimensions
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29)
MSI WS76 17″ (11468)
Compare HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ / MSI WS76 17″ vs other gaming laptops:
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF 16″ (FA608PP-TF/A1697-HID29) summary
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS TUF is a Windows gaming laptop. It doesn't have the best AMD CPU, but a good amount of RAM for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5070 graphics card which is not the best for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Only Full HD Plus resolution is not the best for the 16-inch 165 Hz screen. The 8000gb SSD storage is passable. It is light at only 4.85 lbs (2.2 kg).
HIDevolution [2026] ASUS TUF Gaming A16 FA608PP 16" FHD+ 165Hz IPS-Level, 2.4 GHz Ryzen 9 8940HX, RTX 5070, 128 GB DDR5 RAM, 8 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Home
AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 16 Core - 32 Thread Processor, 2.4 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.2 GHz), 64 MB Smart Cache w/ NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 w/ 8 GB GDDR7
HIDevolution upgrades the 16" FHD+ (1920 x 1200) WUXGA 165Hz IPS-Level Display by adding Gelid GC Extreme on CPU and GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature
HIDevolution installed PCIe based storage--8 TB (2 x 4 TB) M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD--ensures that you experience the fastest boot up & load times
Installed by HIDevolution--128 (2 x 64 GB) GBDDR5 5600MHz system memory (Speeds subject to system capability)--run memory hungry applications and multitask with ease
Operating system: Windows 11 Home. Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff.
ASIN: B0HHPBT5KD
MSI WS76 17″ (11468) summary
MSI WS76 is a Windows gaming laptop. It doesn't have the best Intel processor for its price. The laptop has the RTX A5000 GPU that is unremarkable for gaming. Merely Full HD resolution is underwhelming for the 17″ 144 Hz screen. The 1000gb SSD storage is reasonable could be better. It is very light at only 5.39 lbs (2.44 kg).
MSI WS76 Workstation Laptop: 17.3" 144Hz FHD 1080p, Intel Core i9-11900H, NVIDIA Quadro RTX A5000, 64GB, 1TB SSD, Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 6E, TPM2.0 Fingerprint, Win10 PRO, Black (11UM-468)
Visual Performance: The 17.3" 144Hz FHD has you covered for any situation whether it be structural simlations, machine engine-design or 3D modeling.
Redefined Power: The 11th Gen. Intel Core i9 processor, delivers high performance with 8 cores boosting up to 5.0 GHz. Take on any rendering and applications with ease.
Quadro Performance: NVIDIA Quadro RTX A5000 brings real-time ray tracing, AI, and advanced graphics for architects, designers, artists, scientists, and researchers.
Strong Security: TPM 2.0 and fingerprint reader to bring the highest security through hardware and software integration.
Versatile Connections: Wide rage of I/O ports including Thunderbolt 4 supporting power delivery and up to 40Gbps of data transfer and USB 4.0.
ISV Certified: MSI workstations are ISV certified systems, officially recognized and certified by major ISVs in engineering, 3D modeling, designing and more.
ASIN: B098WRWFKB