In depth comparison and review of Alienware x14 and MSI Vector GP77 (13VG). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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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 | 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm |
Weight | 1.79 kg | 2.8 kg |
Colour | Lunar light | Black |
DISPLAY | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14" | 17.3" |
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Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
Pixel Density (ppi) | 157 | - |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 144 Hz | 240 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
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 | IPS-level |
PROCESSOR | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.5 GHz | 5 GHz |
Number of Cores | 12-core | 14-core |
Cache | L3 - 18 MB | L3 - 24 MB |
Features | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) | Intel Smart Cache |
MEMORY | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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RAM | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | - | 64 GB |
RAM Type | LPDDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | - | 5200 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 5200 MHz |
Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
Slots Qty | - | 2 |
Empty Slots | - | 0 |
STORAGE | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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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 4070 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus | Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology |
Gaming | Yes | Yes |
Camera | Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared) | Yes - 720p |
Resolution | 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.23 Megapixel (infrared) | - |
Camera Features | IR/RGB camera, 75.8 degrees | - |
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, microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3281-CG | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos | - |
Audio Features | - | Output: Nahimic 3 sound technology, Hi-Res Audio |
COMMUNICATIONS | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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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 | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 |
Network Interface | - | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | - |
BATTERY | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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Technology | 6-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 80 Wh | 65 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V | 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A |
INPUT | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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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, N-key rollover, precision glass touchpad, 1 RGB zone | Per-key RGB |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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Slots | - | 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) |
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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 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 LAN HDMI (8K support) Mini DisplayPort USB-C Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) |
Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | - |
SOFTWARE | Alienware x14 | MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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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 Vector GP77 (13VG) |
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Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | Power adapter |
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Security | - | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip |
Security Slot Type | - | Kensington security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Alienware Battery Defender technology | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, Meta Ready |
Compliant Standards | - | BSMI, FCC Part 15 B, RoHS, WEEE, JIS C 0950, REACH 2006/1907/EC |
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 | - | 027UK |