Side by side comparison and review of Alienware x14 and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware x14 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 32.15 cm x 26.277 cm x 1.45 cm | 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.3 cm |
Weight | 1.79 kg | 3.1 kg |
Colour | Lunar light | Core black |
DISPLAY | Alienware x14 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14" | 17" |
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Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 157 | - |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 144 Hz | 240 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:10 |
Image Brightness | 400 cd/m² | - |
Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% DCI-P3 |
Features | Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±80° horizontal viewing angle, ±80° vertical viewing angle, 7 ms response rate, 3ms response rate (Overdrive), Dell ComfortView Plus, Dolby Vision, 0.1725 mm pixel pitch | MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light, IPS-level |
PROCESSOR | Alienware x14 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700HX / 2.1 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.5 GHz | 5 GHz |
Number of Cores | 12-core | 16-core |
Cache | L3 - 18 MB | 30 MB |
Chipset | - | Intel HM770 |
Features | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) | Intel Smart Cache |
MEMORY | Alienware x14 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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RAM | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | - | 64 GB |
RAM Type | LPDDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | - | 5600 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 5600 MHz |
Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
Slots Qty | - | 2 |
Empty Slots | - | 0 |
STORAGE | Alienware x14 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Alienware x14 | 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 3050 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics |
Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus | Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch |
Gaming | Yes | Yes |
Camera | Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared) | Yes - 1080p |
Resolution | 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared) | - |
Camera Features | IR/RGB camera, 75.8 degrees | IR 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 | Speakers, four woofers, microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3281-CG | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos | - |
Audio Features | - | Output: Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic audio, Hi-Res Audio |
COMMUNICATIONS | Alienware x14 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i |
Network Interface | - | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | - |
BATTERY | Alienware x14 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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Technology | 6-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 80 Wh | 99 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | Alienware x14 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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Output | 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V | 330 Watt |
INPUT | Alienware x14 | 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, N-key rollover, precision glass touchpad, 1 RGB zone | Per-key RGB |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Alienware x14 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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Interfaces | HDMI 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare) 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 (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | Yes (SD Card) |
SOFTWARE | Alienware x14 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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Software Included | Alienware Command Center | MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG |
MISCELLANEOUS | Alienware x14 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) |
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Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | Power adapter |
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Features | Alienware Battery Defender technology | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology |
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 | - | 051UK |