MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) vs. MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) 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 GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

ample storage capacity

effective thermal management

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

premium price tag

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 GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) and MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
88 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) vs. MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.8 cm x 27.3 cm x 2.42 cm 35.8 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.79 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 2.7 kg
Colour Titanium grey -
DISPLAY MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2160 (UHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features IPS-level IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) 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 - 36 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) 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 GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Reflex, NVIDIA Broadcast, NVIDIA DLSS 3
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - IR camera
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Two tweeters, two woofers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic sound technology Output: Nahimic audio, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 53.5 Wh 99.9 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Output 240 Watt -
INPUT MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features - Per-key RGB, marked WASD
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
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)
SOFTWARE MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG, Killer Network, MSI Smart Auto
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL76 12UEK (046UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE68HX (13VG)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported, RGB light bar
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year -
Model Number - 012UK
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