Side by side comparison and review of MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) and MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS). 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 | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm | 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm |
| Weight | 2.49 kg | 2.9 kg |
| Colour | Lunar grey | Black |
| DISPLAY | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17" | 17.3" |
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| Touchscreen | Yes | - |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 165 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | - |
| Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Colour Support | - | 16.8 million colours |
| Features | Ultra Slim Design, Factory Calibration, MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified, IPS-level | TrueColor, MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light |
| PROCESSOR | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800HX / 2 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 14-core | 16-core |
| Cache | L3 - 24 MB | 25 MB |
| Features | Intel Smart Cache | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 |
| MEMORY | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | - |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | - | 0 |
| STORAGE | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 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 | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics | 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 - 1080p | Yes - 1080p |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Four speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, two woofers, microphone |
| Compliant Standards | DTS Sound | - |
| Audio Features | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology | Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Wireless | 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 AX1675i | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 |
| Network Interface | - | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | - | Killer E3100 |
| BATTERY | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Technology | 4-cell | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 90 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Output | - | 330 Watt |
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| INPUT | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Per-key RGB, MSI active pen (MPP2.0) support | Per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Interfaces | Thunderbolt 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery) |
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 |
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card) | Yes (SD Card) |
| SOFTWARE | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
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| Software Included | - | MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG, Killer Network |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Features | MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, up to 8K@60Hz/4K@120Hz |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | 099UK | 066UK |
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