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Tom's Guide
4 days ago
- Tom's Guide
This MSI Creator 16 AI+ shines as the creator laptop for most — but I'd get this configuration instead
Creator laptops are primed to give prosumers ample power to manage photo and video editing, graphic design and even a side of gaming, and that's exactly what the MSI Creator A16 AI+ is made to offer. Packed with the might of an AMD Ryzen 9 AI HX CPU and a still-going-strong RTX 40-series GPU (yes, RTX 50-series is here, but that doesn't mean Nvidia's last-gen graphics card can't hold its own), MSI's AI-powered laptop geared towards prosumers puts Windows PCs on the map (once again) as certifiable machines made for creators. I say this as it stands toe-to-toe with one of the best laptops for video editing, the Asus ProArt P16, but both still can't top what the 16-inch MacBook Pro M4 Pro dishes out. But that's fine, as the Creator A16 AI+, from $1,799, is the more affordable option out of its main competition, and that goes a long way for most. While it isn't perfect, seeing as it gets quite hot under the hood when put under pressure, its SSD speeds are lagging and its touchpad feels less than premium, my main gripe has to do with its configuration. Don't get me wrong, the AMD Ryzen 9 AI HX 365 and RTX 4060 GPU is the model I've been testing does a great job for photography, videography, music creation and more, but its 16-inch QHD+ display with a 240Hz refresh rate doesn't quite match what creators can get out of a laptop. However, the Creator A16 AI+ also comes with a configuration that offers Ryzen 9 AI HX 370 CPU, RTX 4070 GPU and a 16-inch UHD+ (3840x2400) Mini-LED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It's pricier at $2,199, but that model is far more appealing — and it's still less expensive than the ProArt P16 and MacBook Pro M4 Pro. The MSI Creator A16 AI+ is a fantastic option as one of the best laptops for video editing, but depending on the configuration you get, one model looks to be far better than the other. MSI Creator A16 AI+ (tested) MSI Creator A16 AI+ (RTX 4070) Price $1,799 $2,199 Display 16-inch QHD+ (2560x1600), 240Hz 16-inch UHD+ (3840x2400), 120Hz, MiniLED CPU AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 365 AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 GPU Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Nvidia GeForce RTX 4070 Memory 32GB 32GB Storage 1TB SSD 1TB SSD Ports 1x USB-C (USB4 / DisplayPort/ Power Delivery 3.0/ Thunderbolt 4 support), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen2, 1x HDMI 2.1, Ethernet port, 3.5mm audio jack 1x USB-C (USB4 / DisplayPort/ Power Delivery 3.0/ Thunderbolt 4 support), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen2, 1x HDMI 2.1, Ethernet port, 3.5mm audio jack Connectivity Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 Dimensions 14 x 10.24 x 0.79 inches 14 x 10.24 x 0.79 inches Weight 4.5 pounds 4.5 pounds I'm more of a gaming laptop enthusiast, but even I can recognize the strengths of the MSI Creator A16 AI+ when editing photos, working in multiple apps and transcoding video. And yes, it can be used to game quite comfortably. Even with its slightly lower-end AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 365 CPU and RTX 4060 GPU combination, this configuration of the MSI Creator A16 AI+ stands out with its speedy performance, and it works like a charm in Adobe Photoshop or Premiere Pro. Now, not to the extent of the M4 Pro MacBook Pro (that laptop is still a beast in creator apps), but it understandably beats the M4 MacBook Pro, especially when it comes to video editing. You can thank the RTX 4060 for that. Even when up against the Asus ProArt P16, with its higher-end AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and RTX 4070, the Creator A16 AI+ doesn't fall far behind. That says a lot, seeing as the ProArt comes in at $2,299. Laptop Geekbench 6.3 single-core Geekbench 6.3 multicore Photoshop Pugetbench Handbrake (transcoding 4k video to 1080p mm:ss) MSI Creator A16 AI+ 2850 14510 8831 03:44 Asus ProArt P16 2872 15343 8295 03:20 M4 Pro MacBook Pro 3910 22822 12292 02:38 Sure, while this is impressive on paper, also remember the ProArt features exclusive creator features, like a DialPad, 4K OLED touch screen and AI-powered software suite. Still, you have to give props to what MSI's laptop can offer at this price, and its RTX 4060 GPU power delivers strong results in the gaming department, too. Laptop 3DMark Fire Strike Shadow of The Tomb Raider (1080p) MSI Creator A16 AI+ (AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 365 + RTX 4060) 22084 89 FPS Asus ProArt P16 (AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 + RTX 4070) 24284 102 FPS MacBook Pro 16 (M4 Pro) N/A 79 FPS I threw on Cyberpunk 2077 to see what it could handle, and while our lab test scores show that it can only handle 29 FPS at 1080p with settings cranked up, even at 1600p (ray tracing set to low, texture quality on high), I was seeing 50 FPS. Not bad for an RTX 5060, and further adjustments would see this go beyond 60 FPS without sacrificing too much. Otherwise, when it comes to everyday tasks, including having 20 Chrome tabs open, doing some light photo editing and watching shows on Netflix, the Creator A16 AI+ doesn't break a sweat. So, the Creator A16 AI+ may not be the slimmest or lightest 16-inch laptop around (the MSI Stealth A16 AI+ does that job), but its sturdy, minimalist design is one I would happily take out in an office, on a train or a coffee shop. I adore its subtle design choices, from the soft glow of its per-key RGB-lit keyboard (with a number pad included) to its dark gray colorway adorning the whole chassis. Everything looks neat and proper, and the magnesium-aluminum is tough as it is fresh, as you won't find fingerprint smudges on here. Laptop Dimensions Weight MSI Creator A16 AI+ 14 x 10.24 x 0.79 inches 4.5 pounds Asus ProArt P16 13.9 x 9.7 x 0.7 inches 4.1 pounds M4 Pro MacBook Pro 14 x 9.7 x 0.6 inches 4.8 pounds Yes, it's not quite as thin or lightweight as the Asus ProArt P16, but it's sure a lot lighter than the M4 Pro MacBook Pro, giving it an edge over Apple's popular laptop. Either way, nothing feels or looks too cramped on the A16 AI+. One design to note, though, is its touchpad. Compared to the rest of the laptop, it feels flimsy and cheap. It's not terrible by any stretch, but placed alongside its punchy, comfortable keyboard, it's a tad lacking. While the MSI Creator A16 AI+ offers multiple display types (more on this later), the model I received comes with a 16-inch QHD+ (2560x1600) display with a whopping 240Hz refresh rate. That's a favorable display for any laptop, but even better that it can pump out some amazing brightness with accurate colors. You'll find it shines brighter than the ProArt P16, and nearly matches the SRGB color gamut coverage of the M4 Pro MacBook Pro. Now that's impressive, and with its buttery smooth 240Hz refresh rate, visuals will glide on screen. Laptop Average brightness (nits) sRGB color gamut (%) MSI Creator A16 AI+ 372 113 Asus ProArt P16 356 120.8 M4 Pro MacBook Pro 559.8 115.5 Immediately upon booting up the Creator A16 AI+, I could tell this machine would deliver crisp, detailed visuals with colors that pop. Nothing said that more when watching the "Superman" trailer, with the Man of Steel's bright blue and burnt cape being clearly defined against the fiery explosion he just brushes off. I was also impressed by the skyline of Night City in Cyberpunk 2077, especially at night. The glow of lights against the backdrop of nightfall was impressive, as, despite being dark, everything was still bright enough to see the soft hum of lights. It's a great display that offers plenty of detail, but I do wonder if there are other options that professionals would prefer... Despite the benefits the MSI Creator A16 AI+ offers, especially at a lower price compared to its competition, it's not without some low points. However, these are hardly deal-breakers, although it may be worth pushing the budget to grab something that's more creator-friendly. As I mentioned, the Creator A16 AI+ I got does have a commendable panel, but when there's a 16-inch UHD+ (3840x2400) Mini-LED option with a 120Hz refresh rate also available, and even an OLED option, it feels like this configuration lacks what content creators are after. Don't get me wrong, having a 240Hz refresh rate is fantastic. But that better benefits gaming laptops, and it's not like this A16 AI+ model can pump out much more than 120Hz. Even the Asus ProArt P16 has an OLED touch screen, and MSI's laptop beats it, seeing as it tops out a 60Hz. For a much better quality screen that can match your creative work, I'd recommend looking at the higher-end configurations of the A16 AI+. Although, you'll be paying a pretty penny for them. One of the main jobs of any creative, especially when it comes to video editing, is transferring speeds. The faster it happens, the more that can get done, right? Well, the Creator A16 AI+ won't get this done in a flash, even with its 1TB SSD. At the very least, the A16 AI+ outdoes the Asus ProArt P16, if only by a little. But when it comes to the might of the M4 Pro MacBook Pro, it's nearly half of what it can offer. Laptop Blackmagic Disk speed test (write) Blackmagic Disk speed test (read) MSI Creator A16 AI+ 2934.5 MBps 3568.2 MBps Asus ProArt P16 2834.8 MBps 3214.2 MBps M4 Pro MacBook Pro 6640.5 MBps 5353.7 MBps If you're looking to transfer a massive video edit post-haste, don't count on the A16 AI+ to do so. It's now slow, but when you're looking to get a video up or just need things done, there are faster machines out there/ Battery life in a creator laptop is important, as these are made to edit photos and video on the fly while you're out and about for work. While a notebook that offers over 5 hours of battery is generally considered solid, I expected more from the Creator A16 AI+. Laptop Web surfing battery life (hh:mm) MSI Creator A16 AI+ 06:01 Asus ProArt P16 09:32 M4 Pro MacBook Pro 20:46 At just 6 hours, the A16 AI+ majorly falls behind what other laptops of this caliber can pump out. The ProArt P16 can even manage over 9 hours with the heat it packs, while the M4 Pro MacBook Pro leaves everything in the dust with its epic 20 hours of juice before needing a charge. You'll want to make sure to bring its charging brick along with you when you're away from an outlet. The MSI Creator A16 AI+ is a fine example of a creator laptop for most, especially if they prefer Windows over Mac. With the combined might of its AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 365 and RTX 4060 GPU, you'll be getting plenty of performance to breeze through photo and video edits, and even have enough power to tackle the latest PC games when you're all done with that creative work. At its $1,799 price (and even below $1,500 at a discount), it's a laptop that workers and students can take advantage of, even compared to its pricier competition. But it could be better, and for many creators, I can imagine it would be worth giving the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370/RTX 4070 combo a look, especially since it comes with a higher resolution UHD+ mini-LED display. It would make a fine entry to the best laptops for video editing, but that depends on the configuration it comes in. Either way, if you're after a powerful laptop to get through creative work, the MSI Creator A16 AI+ will do the trick.
Digital Trends
20-07-2025
- Digital Trends
GPUs with 8GB VRAM are 2025's real budget trap
It has become increasingly hard to justify buying a graphics card with only 8GB of VRAM. Once the standard for midrange GPUs, it is now a hard bottleneck in modern games and the cracks are showing more than ever. Whether you're planning to upgrade or building a new budget PC, it's time to reconsider what you actually get with that 8GB label. Let's be clear, this isn't about raw performance alone. As we pointed out during the launch of the RTX 5060, the problem lies less in core count or clock speeds, and more in how 8GB of VRAM caps your long-term usability. Even if the card is decent at 1080p right now, it's the kind of hardware decision you'll regret two years from now. Recommended Videos Take Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, a 2024 release that made headlines for its high system requirements. As per testing done by Computer Base, the game chews through VRAM at 1080p using ultra textures, forcing cards like the RTX 4060 and 4060 Ti 8GB to drop frames or crash entirely. That's not just limited to a particular title, it's becoming the new norm. Games like The Last of Us Part I, Hogwarts Legacy, and Alan Wake 2 are similarly harsh on VRAM, especially at higher settings. And no, simply lowering textures doesn't always 'fix' the problem as it can still result in texture pop-in, long asset loading, and a generally compromised experience. VRAM is the real limiting factor The conversation around GPU performance often fixates on frames per second, but in 2025, VRAM capacity is increasingly the thing separating playable experiences from broken ones. When modern game engines request more than your card can handle, it results in poor performance including stutters and crashes. It doesn't matter if your 8GB GPU technically has enough shader power, it becomes a glorified bottleneck. Worse still, newer cards with 8GB are often misleadingly marketed. Nvidia's RTX 5060 and 5060 Ti (8GB variants) look appealing on paper, with Blackwell efficiency and support for DLSS 4 with multi-frame generation. But when they choke on big textures or fail to keep up in open-world games, the real-world experience often falls short. AMD hasn't been much better. Recent cards like the RX 9070 XT and 9060 XT do bump up to 16GB, but the 8GB RX 9060 XT and even older options like the RX 7600, 6600 XT, and 6650 XT still populate store shelves with 8GB VRAM and tempting discounts. False economy in 2025 It's easy to think you're saving money by buying an 8GB card, but that short-term gain quickly erodes. As games become more demanding and AI workloads become more memory-intensive, you'll end up running into performance walls sooner than you'd expect. That leads to either compromises like dropping settings or resolution, or spending more to replace your GPU sooner than planned. If you're buying a card in 2025, aim for at least 12GB of VRAM, preferably 16GB if you want the system to stay relevant for 3–4 years. Cards like the RTX 5060 Ti (16GB), RTX 5070 (12GB), RX 9060 XT (16GB), and even some budget 7700 XT (12GB) models offer a far better long-term experience, even if they're a bit more expensive. Exceptions to the rule? Despite the growing irrelevance of 8GB GPUs in modern AAA gaming, there are still select scenarios where these cards make sense, provided the buyer understands their limitations. Esports titles like Valorant, League of Legends, and Counter-Strike 2 remain light on VRAM requirements and are designed to run at high frame rates even on modest hardware. For gamers who stick to 1080p resolution and play older or well-optimized games, 8GB cards can still deliver decent results. Similarly, budget-constrained builders, those with less than $300 to spend on a GPU, may find that 8GB cards are their only option unless they opt for second-hand GPUs with higher VRAM but lower efficiency and weaker features. There are also workloads where VRAM isn't the primary bottleneck. Media-centric systems, such as HTPCs or dedicated streaming rigs, can benefit from the video encode/decode capabilities of modern 8GB cards, especially if AV1 support or low power draw is a priority. Small form factor (SFF) builds or compact office PCs often can't accommodate large or high-wattage GPUs, and in such contexts, a compact 8GB card may be the most practical choice. Some users also rely on cloud services like GeForce Now or Adobe's AI-based rendering tools, where the heavy lifting is offloaded to remote servers. In these hybrid workflows, the local GPU serves more as a bridge than a workhorse, making an 8GB card a tolerable, if not an ideal solution. These use cases won't apply to everyone, but they do highlight that there's still a narrow but valid market where 8GB GPUs haven't been completely left behind. Final thoughts The writing is on the wall: 8GB GPUs are no longer a smart buy in 2025. Between games that already exceed that memory envelope and hardware cycles moving quickly toward more demanding workloads, buying an 8GB card today is like buying a smartphone with 64GB of storage. It technically works, but you'll regret it the moment you use it in the real world. If you want to build a PC that lasts, gives consistent performance, and doesn't force you to dial back settings in every new game, skip the 8GB options. It's no longer enough.
Gizmodo
18-07-2025
- Business
- Gizmodo
This HP Victus 15 Gaming Laptop (RTX 4060, i7, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD) Is $3,100 Off at Amazon
HP is one of the most premium brands for laptops, and its Victus series has never failed to deliver high-performing laptops to gamers. Right now, there's this HP Victus 15 gaming laptop (Intel Core i7, RTX 4060, 32GB RAM, 2TB NVMe SSD) at an all-time low priced at a stunning discount of nearly $3,100 on Amazon. The reduced price is now just $1,319, which is a staggering 70% off its original $4,400. And to put the cherry on top, this very special package isn't just paired with both Windows 11 Pro but also a lifetime license of Microsoft Office Pro. See at Amazon Its core is the 13th Gen Intel Core i7-13620H – a ten-core, sixteen-thread CPU that can reach up to 4.9GHz. The chip can play the newest AAA games and productivity tasks that require much resources effortlessly with no struggle at all, and provides the kind of responsiveness that fanatical gamers and content creators want. Complementing it is 32GB DDR5 RAM which is a whopping amount that allows you to multitask effortlessly, and game or stream without interruption. Storage-wise, HP supplies you with a whopping 2TB NVMe SSD which allows fast booting and huge storage for your library of games or other bulk files that you'd rather keep around. Graphics-wise, the laptop features the highly sought-after NVIDIA RTX 4060 which provides 8GB of GDDR6 VRAM. The card introduces hardware acceleration of real-time ray tracing and DLSS, which means your games get hyper-realistic lighting and huge performance gains without any trade-off in visual quality. The RTX 4060 also makes this laptop a strong choice for AI tasks. The display is another strong point of this HP Victus laptop: You're getting a 15.6-inch Full HD screen with a 144Hz refresh rate for razor-sharp visuals and butter-smooth motion during fast-paced gameplay. The high refresh rate minimizes blur and stutter and keeps every frame crystal clear which is crucial for maintaining your competitive edge. Accompanying the excellent screen are a backlit keyboard (perfect for late-night sessions) and an HD webcam for streaming or connecting with friends. There are multiple USB ports, including a Type-C, HDMI, an SD card reader, a 3.5mm audio/mic combo, an RJ-45 Ethernet port, and high-speed Wi-Fi 6 for uninterrupted online gaming and downloads. Bluetooth 5.3 support ensures that your accessories stay connected without any breaks. Combined with Windows 11 Pro and Microsoft Office Pro lifetime licenses pre-installed, the HP Victus 15 isn't just a gaming powerhouse—it's optimized for work and entertainment right out of the box. See at Amazon
WIRED
09-07-2025
- Business
- WIRED
It's Been a Weak Prime Day for Gaming Laptops, With This Exception
Prime Day sales on gaming laptops have been weak. But the ROG Strix G16 comes with the latest GPUs at discounted prices to save the day. All products featured on WIRED are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. This has not been a good year for Prime Day gaming laptop deals. We've been collecting the best Prime Day deals all week (and liveblogging the whole event) There's a lot of outdated, previous-gen laptops flooding the virtual Amazon store shelves, most of which are not discounted enough to be worth buying with the new RTX 50-series graphics having just come out. There's one diamond in the rough though—and it's a laptop I tested out recently, the Asus ROG Strix G16. It's one of the best gaming laptops you can buy. But hold tight, because there are a number of configurations on sale, and as often in tech, the devil's in the details. The biggest discounts are on the lower end configuration. It includes an RTX 4070, 32 GB of RAM, and 1 TB of storage, which is identical physically to the model I tested and was quite impressed with. It's 22 percent off, bringing the price down to $1,800—the lowest price I've ever seen it. Now, there's also an RTX 4060 configuration on sale for $1,360, which is 20 percent off the retail price. It has the same storage and display, except with just 16 GB of RAM. That's a really solid deal for the price. Importantly, both of these laptops come with 2560 x 1600 resolution display and a 240-Hz refresh rate. These are, of course, last-gen Nvidia GPUs. But as has been well-documented, the increase to the newer RTX 50-series wasn't as big of an improvement in raw performance as we all hoped for. One of the biggest limitations was in VRAM. Both the RTX 5070 and 5060 still only come with 8GB of VRAM. There's no getting around that limitations of these GPUs, which can cause some performance issues in some modern, AAA titles. You can get 12 GB of VRAM in the RTX 5070 Ti, but normally, you won't find a gaming laptop with that GPU for under $2,000. Nvidia may have stated that we'd be able to buy them starting at $1,600 when they were announced, but that has not played out over the past few months. For example, I tested an AMD version of this laptop with the RTX 5070 Ti, but it costs $2,500. For Prime Day, though, Amazon is selling a brand-new version of the ROG Strix G16 with an RTX 5070 Ti for $2,000. That's $400 off the retail price. It has a slightly streamlined shape over the previous model, and comes with a new tool-less design that gives you easy access to upgrading or swapping out RAM or storage. I haven't reviewed this newer model myself yet, but I did see it at CES earlier this year, and the tool-less system really is neat. For more recommendations, check out our full list of the best Prime Day laptop deals we've come across so far. Power up with unlimited access to WIRED . Get best-in-class reporting that's too important to ignore for just $2.50 $1 per month for 1 year. Includes unlimited digital access and exclusive subscriber-only content. Subscribe Today .
Mint
08-07-2025
- Mint
RTX 5060 vs RTX 4060: Should you upgrade in 2025?
Nvidia's RTX 5060 is here, promising better performance, efficiency, and AI smarts in the mainstream GPU segment. But with the RTX 4060 still widely available and fairly priced, many gamers in India are asking the obvious: Is it really worth paying extra for the newest card? Feature RTX 4060 RTX 5060 Architecture Ada Lovelace Blackwell CUDA Cores 3,072 4,480 VRAM 8GB GDDR6 12GB GDDR6X Clock Speed (Boost) ~2.46 GHz ~2.7 GHz Power Consumption (TDP) 115W 130W Memory Bus 128-bit 192-bit PCIe Version Gen 4 Gen 5 New Features DLSS 3 DLSS 4, AI Frame Interpolation, AV1+ Blackwell brings notable gains in AI-assisted rendering and memory bandwidth. The extra 4 GB VRAM and wider bus on the 5060 are significant for newer games. At 1080p, both cards handle modern games comfortably above 60 FPS. But the 5060 pulls ahead in demanding titles like Alan Wake 2 and Cyberpunk 2077, especially with ray tracing and DLSS enabled. At 1440p, the gap widens. The RTX 5060 averages 15–20% higher frame rates in GPU-heavy scenes. Frame generation also feels smoother thanks to DLSS 4 and Blackwell's AI upgrades. If you're gaming on a 144Hz monitor or looking to max out visuals with ray tracing, the 5060 clearly leads. Despite its higher performance, the 5060 is surprisingly efficient. It only draws about 15W more power on average and runs cooler thanks to architectural optimizations. For small form factor or budget PSU builds, both cards are viable, but the 5060 gives you more headroom. The RTX 5060 introduces smarter upscaling, better frame pacing, and upgraded AV1+ encoding. It also benefits from Gen 5 PCIe lanes (though not critical today) and has stronger potential for upcoming AI-enhanced games and apps. If you're building for the long haul, these additions matter. RTX 4060 (India, 2025): ₹ 28,000 – ₹ 32,000 RTX 5060 (Launch Price): ₹ 38,000 – ₹ 42,000 That's a ₹ 10,000 jump. If you're already on a 3060 or lower and want 1440p-ready power, the 5060 is worth the stretch. But for budget-focused 1080p gamers, the 4060 still holds up well. Buy the RTX 5060 if: You want future-ready tech, play at 1440p, or care about ray tracing and streaming features. Buy the RTX 4060 if: You're gaming at 1080p, on a tight budget, or upgrading from a GTX 16-series or older.
