Razer Blade Pro 17 vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Razer Blade Pro 17
Razer Blade Pro 17

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Razer Blade Pro 17 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 Pro 17 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Razer Blade Pro 17 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

sleek, attractive design

ample connectivity options

robust build quality

high price point

average battery life

heavier than competitors

loud 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 Pro 17 and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
95 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Razer Blade Pro 17 vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 26 cm x 1.99 cm 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.285 cm
Weight 2.75 kg 3.1 kg
Case Material Anodised aluminium -
Colour Matte black -
DISPLAY Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
Pixel Density (ppi) 127 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Micro-bezel design, 6 mm bezel IPS-level
PROCESSOR Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 24-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 36 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2667 MHz -
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design MSI OverBoost technology, MUX Switch
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello -
Sound Stereo speakers, array microphone Stereo speakers, four woofers
Compliant Standards Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - Output: Nahimic audio, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Wireless Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 70.5 Wh 99.9 Wh
AC ADAPTER Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt -
INPUT Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Anti-ghosting, gesture function, Razer Synapse enabled, per key Chroma, LED-backlit, RGB lighting Per-key RGB, marked WASD
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (1 free) 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included Razer Synapse 3 MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG
MISCELLANEOUS Razer Blade Pro 17 MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security IR face unlock -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Scratch-resistant, vapor chamber cooling system 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 - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 062UK
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