Detailed comparison and review of Alienware M15 R6 and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH). 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 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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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 | 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.3 cm |
| Weight | 2.69 kg | 3.1 kg |
| Colour | Dark side of the moon with high endurance clear coat | Dark Side of the Moon | Core black |
| DISPLAY | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 17" |
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| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 141 | - |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 165 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | - |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Features | Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 3 ms response rate, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, Dell ComfortView Plus | MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light, IPS-level |
| PROCESSOR | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H | Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700HX / 2.1 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.5 GHz | 5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 6-core | 16-core |
| Cache | 12 MB | 30 MB |
| Chipset | - | Intel HM770 |
| Features | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) | Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2933 MHz | 5600 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 2933 MHz | 5600 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
| STORAGE | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics |
| Video Memory | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | - | Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch |
| Gaming | - | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - HD | Yes - 1080p |
| Resolution | 0.92 Megapixel | - |
| Camera Features | 74.9 degrees, RGB camera | IR camera |
| Image Sensor Type | CMOS | - |
| Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720 | - |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Dual array microphone | Speakers, four woofers, microphone |
| Codec | Realtek ALC3254 | - |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | - |
| Audio Features | Nahimic sound technology | Output: Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic audio, Hi-Res Audio |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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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), Bluetooth 5.3 |
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| Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| BATTERY | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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| Technology | 6-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 86 Wh | 99 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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| Output | 240 Watt, 19.5 V, 12.31 A | 330 Watt |
| INPUT | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
| Features | Multi-gesture touch pad, 4-zone illumination, precision touchpad | Per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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| Interfaces | HDMI USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, 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 HDMI 2.1 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) USB 3.2 Gen 1 |
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| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (SD Card) |
| SOFTWARE | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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| Software Included | Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence) | MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Alienware M15 R6 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Features | - | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology |
| 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 - 2 years |
| Model Number | - | 051UK |
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