6 Best MSI Gaming Laptops in 2022

• CPU/Processor: Intel Core i9-12900HX (12th Gen)
• GPU/Graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
• RAM/Memory: 2 x 16 GB 4800 MHz DDR5
• Storage: 1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0
• Size: 17.3 Inches

With the “Titan” in its model or lineup name, there’s no mistaking this one. It’s supposedly MSI’s flagship series. This one has one big goal: to clash with the likes of the Razer Blade laptops. Heck, it even imitates its grandest competition.

When it comes to specs, the GT77 Titan has it all, of course. Everything here checks out for the highest-end gaming laptop with a price tag that soars above $4,000, a 4K display and all.

You will notice the fat posterior, pretty “dummy thicc” in Gen Z vernacular, and that’s good because it indicates good cooling potential. Among other things.

• CPU/Processor: Intel Core i9-12900H (12th Gen)
• GPU/Graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
• RAM/Memory: 2 x 16 GB 4800 MHz DDR5
• Storage: 1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0
• Size: 17.3 Inches

The MSI Stealth series pride themselves as thin form factor laptops that are also light. Though that’s only true for the lower-end variants of the Stealth lineup. This one is nearly 2.8 kg. but you can forgive that since it has the same specs as the top-end Titan (apart from the chassis).

Its ideal purpose is to cater to gamers who want something that stands out a bit less while also offering awesome gaming performance. Granted, the Stealth does sacrifice its cooling overhead here so to balance that out, MSI reduced its TDP or operating wattage. That means it’s slightly weaker than the Titan, theoretically.

• CPU/Processor: Intel Core i9-12900HX (12th Gen)
• GPU/Graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
• RAM/Memory: 2 x 16 GB 4800 MHz DDR5
• Storage: 1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0
• Size: 15.6 Inches (OLED)

So what’s this one for? Well, it’s for people who want to see the very best representation of what their gaming hardware can output. Because other monitor types have fake blacks or imperfect color grading, OLED panel manufacturers took it upon themselves to create the most impressive screens today.

And since OLED displays are still too early in their lifespan and thus, too expensive, this MSI gaming laptop had to cut costs. It did so with the resolution, which is only 1440p instead of 4K but that’s still plenty. Also, it’s smaller at only 15.6 inches.

• CPU/Processor: Intel Core i9-12900HK (12th Gen)
• GPU/Graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
• RAM/Memory: 2 x 16 GB 3200 MHz DDR4
• Storage: 1 TB M.2 PCIe 4.0
• Size: 17.3 Inches

All those fancy display techs might be too much for someone who just wants a solid 200+ FPS in Apex Legends or other e-sports titles. For simpler, competitive needs and wants, the MSI Vector GP76 will serve you more than enough.

The resolution is locked at 1080p (FHD) with a refresh rate of 360 Hz. With this much responsiveness and image clarity, there’s not much else to blame for why you keep losing in competitive multiplayer games. In any case, 1080p is enough for a display as small as 17 inches.

• CPU/Processor: Intel Core i7-12700H (12th Gen)
• GPU/Graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
• RAM/Memory: 2 x 8 GB 3200 MHz DDR4
• Storage: 512 GB M.2 PCIe 4.0
• Size: 17.3 Inches

MSI is quite considerate with its budget-oriented customers, at least when compared to brands like Asus. That’s why options like the Pulse GL76 exist. These models also come in many variants, usually cheaper ones that include RTX 3060 or 3050 Ti instead of RTX 3070.

You can always lower the specs to cut even more on the cost. But for a sub-$1,700 gaming laptop with an RTX 3070 and an i7 CPU, this is a good deal. It won’t impress as hard as an OLED monitor with 200+ Hz as its refresh rate but at least you didn’t spend as much here.

• CPU/Processor: Intel Core i7-11800H (11th Gen)
• GPU/Graphics card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
• RAM/Memory: 2 x 8 GB 3200 MHz DDR4
• Storage: 512 GB M.2 PCIe 4.0
• Size: 16 Inches

Last but not least is something that has a bit of everything for both graphic designers and gamers, or people who dabble in both. The MSI Creator Z16 has a touchscreen display, perfect for those who have digital pens.

Since it’s limited to just an RTX 3060, it’s also incredibly thin and lighter than the rest here. No issues carrying around like a folder in a jazzy cafe. It’s also easy to mistake this one for an oversized Macbook due to its minimalist design.