Side by side comparison and review of Alienware Area and MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS). 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of Alienware Area based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
powerful gaming performance
upgradeable components
vibrant 300Hz display
advanced cooling system
stylish, robust design
heavy and bulky
short battery life
expensive
loud under load
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
exceptional processing power
high refresh rate display
robust build quality
advanced cooling system
versatile connectivity options
heavier than competitors
premium price point
average battery life
loud under load
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 40.26 cm x 31.914 cm x 4.4 cm | 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm |
| Weight | 4.7 kg | 2.9 kg |
| Colour | Lunar light with high endurance clear coat | Black |
| DISPLAY | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" | 17.3" |
|---|---|---|
| LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 127 | - |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 144 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | - |
| Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | - |
| Colour Gamut | 72% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Colour Support | - | 16.8 million colours |
| Features | Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, Tobii IR Eye-tracking, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 9 ms response rate | TrueColor, MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light |
| PROCESSOR | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10700 / 2.9 GHz | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800HX / 2 GHz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Turbo Speed | 4.8 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 8-core | 16-core |
| Cache | 16 MB | 25 MB |
| Chipset | Intel Z490 | - |
| Features | Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 |
| MEMORY | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| RAM | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | - |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2933 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 2933 MHz | - |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 1 | 0 |
| STORAGE | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics |
| Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | - | Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost 2.0, MSI OverBoost technology, NVIDIA DLSS, Ray tracing cores Gen2 |
| Gaming | - | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - HD | Yes - 1080p |
| Resolution | 0.92 Megapixel | - |
| Camera Features | 74.9 degrees | - |
| Image Sensor Type | CMOS | - |
| Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Four speakers, array microphone | Stereo speakers, two woofers, microphone |
| Codec | Realtek ALC3282-CG | - |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | - |
| Audio Features | - | Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wave 2/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 |
| Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | - | Killer E3100 |
| BATTERY | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Technology | 6-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell lithium polymer |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity (Size) | 90 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
|---|---|---|
| Output | 19.5 V | 330 Watt |
| INPUT | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
|---|---|---|
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | - | Per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Interfaces | HDMI Mini DisplayPort 1.4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack Microphone/headphone retaskable port Graphics Amplifier Port |
Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN (RJ-45) HDMI 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Mini DisplayPort |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) | Yes (SD Card) |
| SOFTWARE | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|---|
| Software Included | - | MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG, Killer Network |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Alienware Area | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
|---|---|---|
| Security Slot Type | Noble Wedge security slot | - |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
| Features | - | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, up to 8K@60Hz/4K@120Hz |
| Compliant Standards | DisplayPort 1.2, DisplayPort 1.4 | - |
| Max Operating Temperature | 40 °C | - |
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 °C | - |
| Humidity Range Operating | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | 51m R2 | 066UK |
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