In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) and MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS). 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
powerful amd processor
affordable gaming option
high refresh rate display
solid build quality
decent thermal management
average battery life
dim display brightness
limited storage capacity
no thunderbolt support
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
exceptional processing power
high refresh rate display
robust build quality
advanced cooling system
versatile connectivity options
heavier than competitors
premium price point
average battery life
loud under load
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.96 cm x 26.64 cm x 2.18 cm | 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm |
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details | 55.1 cm x 34.9 cm x 8.5 cm | - |
Weight | 2.315 kg | 2.9 kg |
Case Material | Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top) | - |
Colour | Onyx grey | Black |
DISPLAY | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" - IPS | 17.3" |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 120 Hz | 240 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | - |
Image Brightness | 250 cd/m² | - |
Colour Gamut | 45% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
Colour Support | - | 16.8 million colours |
Features | Anti-glare, FreeSync Technology, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer | TrueColor, MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 6600H / 3.3 GHz | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800HX / 2 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.5 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
Number of Cores | 6-core | 16-core |
Cache | L3 - 16 MB | 25 MB |
Features | Integrated memory controller | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 |
MEMORY | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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RAM | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 16 GB | - |
RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | 4800 MHz | 4800 MHz |
Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | - |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
Empty Slots | 1 | 0 |
STORAGE | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / AMD Radeon 660M | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics |
Max Monitors Supported | 2 external monitor(s) | - |
Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 | Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost 2.0, MSI OverBoost technology, NVIDIA DLSS, Ray tracing cores Gen2 |
Gaming | Yes | Yes |
Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p |
Camera Features | Privacy shutter, fixed focus | - |
Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, two woofers, microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3287 | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | - |
Audio Features | Nahimic audio | Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | M.2 Card | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | - | Killer E3100 |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | - |
BATTERY | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Technology | Lithium polymer | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 60 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 13.1 hours | - |
Battery Run Time | Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 13.1 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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Output | 170 Watt | 330 Watt |
INPUT | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, white LED backlight | Per-key RGB |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Slots | 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) 1 x M.2 Card (0 free) |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) HDMI LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN (RJ-45) HDMI 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Mini DisplayPort |
Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (SD Card) |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home - English | Windows 11 Home |
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Software Included | - | MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG, Killer Network |
MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | - |
Features | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, up to 8K@60Hz/4K@120Hz |
Compliant Standards | 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 - 1 year - pick-up and return | Limited warranty - 2 years |
Model Number | - | 066UK |