MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI). 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 GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

sleek, attractive design

robust build quality

good thermal management

relatively expensive

average battery life

heavy for portability

noisy under load

MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superior gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

excellent audio quality

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

short battery life

limited portability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
95 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.98 cm 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.285 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 3.1 kg
Colour Core black -
DISPLAY MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features MSI Matrix Display, narrow-bezel design IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 24-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 36 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 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 GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design MSI OverBoost technology, MUX Switch
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features IR camera -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, four woofers
Audio Features - Output: Nahimic audio, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Technology 4-cell 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 99 Wh 99.9 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt -
INPUT MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB Per-key RGB, marked WASD
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI 2.1 (8K support)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
Software Included WinZip, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, Killer Network Manager, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, Nahimic VR, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GS66 11UG (278UK Stealth) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported, LED lighting bar
Compliant Standards - BSMI, WEEE, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 062UK
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