MSI Thin 15 (Thin 15) vs ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G615JMR-AS74)
Comparison summary
- ASUS ROG Strix G16 is a better laptop for gaming.
- For performance ROG Strix G16 has a better performing processor. MSI Thin 15 offers more memory.
- For graphics performance ROG Strix G16 has a superior graphics card.
- ROG Strix G16 has a higher resolution screen (Full HD Plus).
- Thin 15 is smaller in size.
- Thin 15 has a bigger SSD.
MSI Thin 15 (Thin 15)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G615JMR-AS74)
Compare specifications
| MSI Thin 15 (Thin 15) | ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G615JMR-AS74) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i5-13420H | Intel Core i7 Series |
| 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 | |
| 15.6″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) | Full HD Plus (2160 x 1440 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| - | 5.84 lbs (2.65 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.13 x 9.99 x 0.85 inches | 13.94 x 10.55 x 0.9 inches |
| (35.89 x 25.37 x 2.16 cm) | (35.41 x 26.8 x 2.29 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| December 26, 2025 | June 19, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,599.00 | $1,599.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,599.00 | $1,599.99 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
Laptop Dimensions
MSI Thin 15 (Thin 15)
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G615JMR-AS74)
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MSI Thin 15 (Thin 15) summary
MSI Thin 15 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2025. It doesn't have the best Intel processor, but enough RAM for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 4050 graphics card that is poor well-suited for playing games. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 60% of the games published this year. The 2000gb SSD storage is a remarkable amount. Full HD resolution is decent for the 15″ 144 Hz screen.
msi Thin 15.6" 144Hz Gaming Laptop Intel® Core Intel i5-13420H，NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050, 32GB RAM 2TB NVMe SSD Win11
15.6" FHD display MSI gaming laptops are tailored for gamer with high resolution and refresh rate. Make your gaming world more lifelike and smooth than ever before.
Beyond Fast: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 powered by the Ada architecture unleashes the full glory of ray tracing, which simulates how light behaves in the real world.
Simplistic Design: Enjoy the latest generation of Windows 11 Home for your everyday needs. *MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business use.
Matrix Display: supports up to 2 extra displays with USB-C and HDMI
FHD Display: The 15.6” 144Hz display delivers fast refresh rate for better immersive experience.
ASIN: B0FPGPMC44
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (G615JMR-AS74) summary
ASUS ROG Strix G16 is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5060 graphics card that is satisfactory well-suited for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Full HD Plus resolution is remarkable for the 16″ 165 Hz monitor. The 1000gb SSD storage is decent. ASUS ROG Strix G16 is quite hefty at 5.84 lbs (2.65 kg).
ASUS ROG Strix G16 (2025) Gaming Laptop, 16” FHD+ 16:10 165Hz/3ms, NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5060, Intel® Core™ i7 Processor 14650HX, 16GB DDR5, 1TB Gen 4 SSD, Wi-Fi 7, Windows 11 Home, G615JMR-AS74
HIGH-LEVEL PERFORMANCE – Unleash power with Windows 11 Home, an Intel Core i7 Processor 14650HX, and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop GPU powered by the NVIDIA Blackwell architecture and featuring DLSS 4 and Max-Q technologies.
FAST MEMORY AND STORAGE – Multitask seamlessly with 16GB of DDR5-5600MHz memory and store all your game library on 1TB of PCIe Gen 4 SSD.
DYNAMIC DISPLAY AND SMOOTH VISUALS – Immerse yourself in stunning visuals with the smooth 165Hz FHD+ display for gaming, creation, and entertainment. Featuring a new ACR film that enhances contrast and reduces glare.
STATE-OF-THE-ART ROG INTELLIGENT COOLING – ROG’s advanced thermals keep your system cool, quiet and comfortable. State of the art cooling equals best in class performance. Featuring an end-to-end vapor chamber, tri-fan technology and Conductonaut extreme liquid metal applied to the chipset delivers fast gameplay.
FULL-SURROUND RGB LIGHTBAR, YOUR WAY – Showcase your style with a 360° RGB light bar that syncs with your keyboard and ROG peripherals. In professional settings, Stealth Mode turns off all lighting for a sleek, refined look.
ASIN: B0DZZWMB2L