MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) vs. MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) and MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution touchscreen display

robust build quality

efficient thermal management

versatile connectivity options

heavier than competitors

premium price point

average battery life

limited color options

MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

good speaker quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

expensive price point

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) and MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
88 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) vs. MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm 35.8 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.79 cm
Weight 2.49 kg 2.7 kg
Colour Lunar grey -
DISPLAY MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Screen Size (Type) 17" 16"
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) 3840 x 2160 (UHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features Ultra Slim Design, Factory Calibration, MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified, IPS-level IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13950HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5.5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB L3 - 36 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
RAM 32 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Rated Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Reflex, NVIDIA Broadcast, NVIDIA DLSS 3
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - IR camera
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Four speakers, microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, microphone
Compliant Standards DTS Sound -
Audio Features Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology Output: Nahimic audio, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Technology 4-cell 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 99.9 Wh
INPUT MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB, MSI active pen (MPP2.0) support Per-key RGB, marked WASD
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Interfaces Thunderbolt 4
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
HDMI (8K support)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG, Killer Network, MSI Smart Auto
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported, RGB light bar
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
Model Number 099UK 012UK
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