MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) 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.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.3 cm
Weight 2.49 kg 3.1 kg
Colour Lunar grey Core black
DISPLAY MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
Screen Size (Type) 17" 17"
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features Ultra Slim Design, Factory Calibration, MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified, IPS-level MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700HX / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 16-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB 30 MB
Chipset - Intel HM770
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
RAM 32 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 5600 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 GE78HX (13VH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 12 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - IR camera
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Four speakers, microphone Speakers, four woofers, microphone
Compliant Standards DTS Sound -
Audio Features Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology Output: Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic audio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
Technology 4-cell 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 99 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
Output - 330 Watt
INPUT MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB, MSI active pen (MPP2.0) support Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
Interfaces Thunderbolt 4
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery)
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VH)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number 099UK 051UK
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