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Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated April 2026
MSC Seascape is the significantly larger vessel at 169,400 GT, 88% more than Radiance of the Seas's 90,090 GT. Radiance of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 42.0 GT per passenger versus 30.1. Built in 2022, MSC Seascape is 21 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
Score: 5 – 2
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Category
MSC Seascape
Radiance of the Seas
Size
169,400 GT
90,090 GT
Passengers
5,632
2,143
Year Built
2022
2001
Crew Ratio
1:3.4
1:2.5
Space Ratio
30.1
42.0
Decks
—
—
Length
339m
293m
From Price
$309.79/pp
$327.87/pp
Comparison Verdict
MSC Seascape is the significantly larger vessel at 169,400 GT, 88% more than Radiance of the Seas's 90,090 GT. Radiance of the Seas offers more personal space with a space ratio of 42.0 GT per passenger versus 30.1. Built in 2022, MSC Seascape is 21 years newer, an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Seascape |
| Capacity | MSC Seascape |
| Modernity | MSC Seascape |
| Service | Radiance of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Radiance of the Seas |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | MSC Seascape |
| Fleet Power | MSC Seascape |
Bottom line: MSC Seascape leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose MSC Seascape for overall superiority; pick Radiance of the Seas if its strengths matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose MSC Seascape if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2022, 21yr newer)
- Size matters to you (169,400 GT)
- More onboard variety (5,632 guests)
- Save $18.08/person on sailings
Choose Radiance of the Seas if...
- Better service ratio (2.5:1 crew ratio)
- More space per guest (42.0 GT/pax)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We compute scores across 8 categories using real spec data: gross tonnage, passenger capacity, crew capacity, year built, length, deck count, space ratio, and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40; mass-market ships often fall in the 30-40 range.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
Passengers per crew member. Lower is better, more staff per guest means better service. Luxury lines aim below 2:1; large mainstream ships may be 3-4:1.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices are sourced from Cruisebound and reflect real-time availability. They may change based on cabin type, date, and demand. Click through to see the latest fares.
Can I compare more than two ships?
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