Detailed comparison and review of Alienware x17 R2 and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI). 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 x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39.923 cm x 29.957 cm x 2.09 cm | 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.285 cm |
| Weight | 2.99 kg | 3.1 kg |
| Colour | Lunar light | - |
| DISPLAY | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" | 17" |
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| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 127 | - |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 480 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, 0.2 mm pixel pitch | IPS-level |
| PROCESSOR | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900HK / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 5.6 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 14-core | 24-core |
| Cache | L3 - 24 MB | L3 - 36 MB |
| Features | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 | Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| RAM | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | - |
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | - |
| Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | - |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
| STORAGE | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB 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 x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics |
| Video Memory | 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | - |
| Video System Features | NVIDIA G-SYNC, AMD FreeSync, Advanced Optimus | MSI OverBoost technology, MUX Switch |
| Gaming | Yes | - |
| Camera | Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 360 (infrared) | - |
| 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 | - |
| Sound | Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, four woofers |
| Codec | Realtek ALC3281 | - |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | - |
| Audio Features | - | Output: Nahimic audio, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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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) |
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| Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i |
| Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | Killer Ethernet E3100G | - |
| BATTERY | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Technology | 6-cell Lithium Ion | 4-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 87 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 6 hours | - |
| AC ADAPTER | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 19.5 V | - |
| INPUT | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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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, Per-Key illumination | Per-key RGB, marked WASD |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Slots | - | 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) |
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| Interfaces | HDMI Mini DisplayPort 1.4 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) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare) LAN (RJ-45) Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN HDMI 2.1 (8K support) 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) |
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) | Yes (SD Card) |
| SOFTWARE | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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| Software Included | Microsoft Office 2013 (Trial) | MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Alienware x17 R2 | MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Features | AlienFX Lighting Zones, retail packaging | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported, LED lighting bar |
| Compliant Standards | - | BSMI, WEEE, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950 |
| Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | - |
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 °C | - |
| Humidity Range Operating | 10 - 90% (non-condensing) | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | - | 062UK |
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