Detailed comparison and review of Alienware M15 R5 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.62 cm x 27.25 cm x 1.92 cm | 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm |
Weight | 2.69 kg | 2.9 kg |
Colour | Dark Side of the Moon | Black |
DISPLAY | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 17.3" |
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LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 188 | - |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | - |
Image Brightness | 400 cd/m² | - |
Colour Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 | 100% DCI-P3 |
Colour Support | - | 16.8 million colours |
Features | Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 9 ms response rate, 240 Hz refresh rate | TrueColor, MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light |
PROCESSOR | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX / 3.3 GHz | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800HX / 2 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.6 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
Number of Cores | 8-core | 16-core |
Cache | L3 - 16 MB | 25 MB |
Features | - | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 |
MEMORY | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | - |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | 3200 MHz | 4800 MHz |
Rated Speed | 3200 MHz | - |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
STORAGE | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 | 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, 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 ALC3254 | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | - |
Audio Features | Nahimic sound technology | Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker |
COMMUNICATIONS | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650x | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 |
Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | - | Killer E3100 |
BATTERY | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Technology | 6-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 86 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 6.17 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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Output | 19.5 V | 330 Watt |
INPUT | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, 4 RGB zones | Per-key RGB |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Slots | 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) | - |
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Interfaces | HDMI USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 11 Home |
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Software Included | Microsoft Office 2013 (Trial) | MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG, Killer Network |
MISCELLANEOUS | Alienware M15 R5 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Features | AlienFX Lighting Zones | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, up to 8K@60Hz/4K@120Hz |
Compliant Standards | DisplayPort 1.4 | - |
Max Operating Temperature | 40 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | 0 °C | - |
Humidity Range Operating | 50 - 90% (non-condensing) | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 15 months | Limited warranty - 2 years |
Model Number | - | 066UK |