MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ vs MSI Vector GP77 Comparison

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MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ vs MSI Vector GP77 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and Vector GP77, two laptops by MSI. MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ was introduced to market in January 2025 and MSI Vector GP77 was launched in January 2023. As you can see, Vector GP77 is 2 years older than Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and MSI Vector GP77 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ Key Specs

Launched in January 2025
17.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
GPU: GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB
16GB Ram
380.34 x 297.97 x 22.85-28.75 mm (14.97 x 11.73 x 0.9-1.13 inches)
Weight: 3 kg (6.62 lbs)

MSI Vector GP77 Key Specs

Launched in January 2023
17.3" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 13700H
GPU: GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB
16GB Ram
397 x 284 x 25.9 mm (15.63 x 11.18 x 1.02 inches)
Weight: 2.8 kg (6.17 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and Vector GP77 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ over MSI Vector GP77

Screen-to-Body Ratio	~74% vs ~73.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Refresh Rate	165 Hz vs 144 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	133 ppi vs 127 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	300 nits vs 250 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU FLOPS	35.4 TFLOPS vs 16.8 TFLOPS	Higher RAM potential
Max Total RAM	96 GB vs 64 GB	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.3	Higher Resolution Camera
Webcam Resolution	1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 3.2 vs 1x USB 3.2	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v5 vs No	Read & Write SD Cards with the built-in reader
SD Card Reader	Yes vs No

Reasons to choose MSI Vector GP77 over MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ

Weight	2.80 kg vs 3.00 kg	0.2 kg lighter
Side Bezel Thickness	7 mm vs 7.1 mm	0.1 mm thinner bezels
Display Size	17.3 inches vs 17 inches	Larger Screen Estate
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)	Faster RAM
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
Display Port	Yes vs No	Option to use Display port to connect to external monitors

Common Strengths of MSI Vector GP77 and MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ

Launch Dates	January 2025 vs January 2023	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the RAM size
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs Yes	Fast connection to Network via ethernet cable
Numeric Pad	Yes vs Yes	Fast way to input numbers
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of MSI Vector GP77 and MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ vs MSI Vector GP77: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and the MSI Vector GP77.

Physical Specs
Weight	3 kg (6.62 lbs)	2.8 kg (6.17 lbs)
Surface Area	1133 cm2 (175.6 inches2)	1127 cm2 (174.7 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~74%	~73.2%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7.1 mm	~7 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.18 kg/inch	0.16 kg/inch
	0.396 lbs/inch	0.352 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Black
Cover Opening Angle	140Â°	140Â°

Comparison of the MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and the MSI Vector GP77 External Dimensions

Weight

Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ weighs 3 kg (6.62 lbs), whereas the Vector GP77 weighs 2.8 kg (6.17 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

Displays size larger than 17.0 inches

MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ 3.00 kg

MSI Vector GP77 2.80 kg

Min 1.29 kg

Average 2.77 kg

Max 4.23 kg

Thickness Comparison

Displays size larger than 17.0 inches

MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ 28.75 mm

MSI Vector GP77 25.90 mm

Min 8.60 mm

Average 24.42 mm

Max 38.00 mm

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ is 0.18 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the MSI Vector GP77 is 0.16 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ vs MSI Vector GP77: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX	Intel Core i7 13700H Intel Core i9 13900H
Base Frequency	2.7 GHz	2.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5.4 GHz	5 GHz
Number of Cores	Arc Graphics (4-	14
Number of Threads	24	20
L3 Cache	36 MB	24 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics (4-Cores)	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	10 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and MSI Vector GP77.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 13700H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop 16GB GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop 24GB	GeForce RTX 4060 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 4070 Mobile 8GB
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	140 W	115 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX	MUX
Type	Dedicated	Dedicated
FLOPS	35.4 TFLOPS	11.61 TFLOPS
Memory Size	12 GB	8 GB
Memory Type	GDDR7	GDDR6
Memory Bus	192 bit	128 bit
Memory Speed	~25.4 Gbps	2000 MHz 16 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	5888	3072
TMUs	184	96
ROPs	92	48

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ has a FLOPS value of 35.4 TFLOPS whereas the MSI Vector GP77 ' has a FLOPS value of 16.8 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB 96GB	16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	6400 MHz	5200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR5
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Max RAM Size	96 GB	64 GB
Total Slots	2	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

Both laptops, the Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and the Vector GP77, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	MSI Vector 17 HX AI (2025) A2XWJ	MSI Vector GP77
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✔ Good performance.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	✖ Not supported.	✖ Not supported.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	90 Wh	65 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left, Right, Bottom	Left, Bottom
Charge Power	280 / 330 W	240 / 280 W

Moreover, the Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ boasts a larger battery capacity of 90 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the Vector GP77's65 Wh.

Battery Comparison

Displays size larger than 17.0 inches

MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ 90 Wh

MSI Vector GP77 65 Wh

Min 37.00 Wh

Average 77.38 Wh

Max 100.00 Wh

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the Vector GP77's max. storage capacity of 2 TB.

Storage Options	1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ vs MSI Vector GP77: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and MSI Vector GP77 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ has a display size of 17.0".On the other hand, Vector GP77 has a larger17.3" display.The total usable screen area of the Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ is 838cm² / 130inch² whereas the Vector GP77's total usable screen area is 825cm² / 128inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ features a higher pixel density with 133 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

Displays size larger than 17.0 inches

MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ 133 ppi

MSI Vector GP77 127 ppi

Min 106 PPI

Average 142 PPI

Max 266.00 PPI

Refresh Rate
The Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ offers a higher refresh rate of 165 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ offers a higher maximum brightness of 300 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

Displays size larger than 17.0 inches

MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ 300 nits

MSI Vector GP77 250 nits

Min

200 nits

Average 376 nits

Max 1200.00 nits

MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ vs MSI Vector GP77 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Vector GP77 (v6E).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and Vector GP77 have USB-A ports. Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Vector GP77 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and Vector GP77 have USB Type-C ports. Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ has 2x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while Vector GP77 has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ is equipped with Thunderbolt 5 port. Vector GP77 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and Vector GP77 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ is equipped with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards. Vector GP77 does not have an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ and Vector GP77 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.4	v5.3
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 5	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	1x v1.4
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	Yes
SD CardReader	Yes	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	Yes