Alienware M15 R2 vs. MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Alienware M15 R2
Alienware M15 R2

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of Alienware M15 R2 and MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS). 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.

Alienware M15 R2 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Alienware M15 R2 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

striking slim design

powerful gaming performance

high-quality display

customizable rgb lighting

advanced cooling technology

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) Review

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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Alienware M15 R2 and MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Alienware M15 R2 vs. MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.05 cm x 27.6 cm x 1.95 cm 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm
Weight 2.16 kg 2.9 kg
Colour Lunar light Black
DISPLAY Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 141 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 16.8 million colours
Features Anti-glare, Tobii IR Eye-tracking, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 9 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch TrueColor, MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light
PROCESSOR Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800HX / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 16-core
Cache 12 MB 25 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Overclocked Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost 2.0, MSI OverBoost technology, NVIDIA DLSS, Ray tracing cores Gen2
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - Full HD Yes - 1080p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel -
Camera Features 74.9 degrees, RGB camera -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, two woofers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3281-CG -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker
COMMUNICATIONS Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer E3100
BATTERY Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 76 Wh 99.9 Wh
AC ADAPTER Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 19.5 V 330 Watt
INPUT Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Per-Key illumination Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Graphics Amplifier Port
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
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)
SOFTWARE Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG, Killer Network
MISCELLANEOUS Alienware M15 R2 MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features MIMO technology, AlienFX Lighting Zones, Cryo-Tech cooling v3.0 SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, up to 8K@60Hz/4K@120Hz
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 066UK
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