Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

comprehensive port selection

full hd display

decent cooling system

average battery life

heavyweight design

modest audio quality

plastic build quality

MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superior gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

excellent audio quality

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

short battery life

limited portability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
95 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.1 cm x 25.8 cm x 3.16 cm 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.285 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 3.1 kg
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, thin bezel design, IPS-level IPS-level
PROCESSOR Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 24-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 36 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Speed Shift Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 MSI OverBoost technology, MUX Switch
Camera Yes - HD -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, four woofers
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra -
Audio Features - Output: Nahimic audio, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8411B -
BATTERY Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 48.96 Wh 99.9 Wh
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt -
INPUT Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features 15 colours backlighting Per-key RGB, marked WASD
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 / SATA)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0)
2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Microphone input
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI 2.1 (8K support)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Features WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported, LED lighting bar
Compliant Standards - BSMI, WEEE, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 062UK
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