MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high performance processor

superior graphics capabilities

fast refresh rate display

robust build quality

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

short battery life

premium price point

limited color accuracy

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable gaming performance

decent thermal management

comfortable keyboard layout

ample port selection

fast SSD storage

average battery life

dim display brightness

plastic build quality

limited upgradability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
87 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
73 % - Design
63 % - Display
75 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm 35.9 cm x 24.96 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Black Chameleon blue
DISPLAY MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features IPS-level Anti-glare, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 4600H / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 6-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB L3 - 8 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (2 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 5200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / AMD Radeon Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology -
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Output: Nahimic 3 sound technology, Hi-Res Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 M.2 Card
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
Technology 4-cell Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 65 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6.7 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A 135 Watt
INPUT MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (blue)
Features Per-key RGB Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI (8K support)
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home FreeDOS
Software Included MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH05 (82EY)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Bundled with - Lenovo Gaming M100 RGB mouse
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, Meta Ready Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards BSMI, FCC Part 15 B, RoHS, WEEE, JIS C 0950, REACH 2006/1907/EC RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 027UK -
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