Razer Blade 14 vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Razer Blade 14 and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Razer Blade 14 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Razer Blade 14 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

compact powerhouse design

superior gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust aluminum chassis

efficient thermal management

premium price tag

limited port selection

average battery life

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 Razer Blade 14 and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
81 % - Design
86 % - Display
87 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
95 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Razer Blade 14 vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.97 cm x 22 cm x 1.68 cm 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.285 cm
Weight 1.78 kg 3.1 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium -
Colour Anodized black -
DISPLAY Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17"
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 - 16:10
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features Factory Calibration, FreeSync Technology IPS-level
PROCESSOR Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
CPU AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX / 3.3 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 L3 - 16 MB L3 - 36 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, NVIDIA CUDA Technology, NVIDIA GPU Boost 2.0 Technology, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, NVIDIA WhisperMode 2.0 MSI OverBoost technology, MUX Switch
Camera Yes - 720p -
Resolution 1 Megapixel -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, four woofers
Compliant Standards THX Spatial Audio -
Audio Features - Output: Nahimic audio, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 61.6 Wh 99.9 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12 hours -
AC ADAPTER Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt -
INPUT Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features N-key rollover, per-key RGB, Razer Chroma RGB, precision glass touchpad Per-key RGB, marked WASD
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG
MISCELLANEOUS Razer Blade 14 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security 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 Illuminated Razer logo, vapor chamber cooling system, Modern Standby 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
Model Number - 062UK
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