MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) vs. Razer Blade 18

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) and Razer Blade 18. 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.

MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful AMD processor

vivid 144Hz display

RGB backlit keyboard

ample connectivity options

decent gaming performance

average battery life

heavier build

noisy under load

limited upgradeability

Razer Blade 18 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Razer Blade 18 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution display

premium build quality

advanced cooling system

good port selection

expensive price point

heavy for portability

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) and Razer Blade 18
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) vs. Razer Blade 18 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.495 cm 39.99 cm x 27.54 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 2.35 kg 3.1 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 18"
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
Features MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level -
PROCESSOR MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13950HX
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 5.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 36 MB
Features - Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed - 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon RX 6600M / AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 VRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA CUDA Technology, NVIDIA GPU Boost Technology, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, NVIDIA WhisperMode 2.0, Ray tracing cores Gen2, NVIDIA Tensor Cores Gen 3, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Six speakers, array microphone
Compliant Standards - THX Spatial Audio
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: 7.1 codec via HDMI, 3 smart amplifiers, 2 tweeters, 4 woofers
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11w, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11u, IEEE 802.11v, IEEE 802.11az
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 91.7 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
Output 180 Watt 280 Watt
INPUT MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features - N-key rollover, per-key RGB, Razer Chroma RGB, precision glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN (RJ-45)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack (mini-phone 3.5 mm)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN (RJ-45)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included MSI APP Player, MSI Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Razer Blade 18
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology Illuminated Razer logo, Modern Standby, Razer Synapse 3 support
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 2 years
Model Number 064UK -
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