MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) vs. MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) and MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider). 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 GL63 9SD (478UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vivid full-hd display

comfortable keyboard layout

reasonable price point

decent cooling system

average battery life

heavy build

limited port selection

noisy under load

MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vibrant 240Hz display

effective cooling system

per-key RGB lighting

high-quality speakers

heavy and bulky

short battery life

noisy under load

expensive

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) and MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) vs. MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.3 cm x 26 cm x 2.95 cm 38.3 cm x 26 cm x 2.95 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2.49 kg
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Features WideView MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0
PROCESSOR MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD / 7200 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, two subwoofers, microphone
Audio Features - Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 51 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
Output 180 Watt 280 Watt
INPUT MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Red backlighting Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone output
LAN
Mini DisplayPort
USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Microphone input
Headphone/SPDIF combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home Advanced
Software Included - Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Killer Network Manager, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic VR, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL63 9SD (478UK) MSI GE65 9SF (012UK Raider)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features - Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
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