MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) vs. MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK)
MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK)

Our Rating: 72 %

MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) and MSI GL73 8SE (025UK). 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.

MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quad-core processor

affordable gaming option

full HD display

cooling system efficiency

decent build quality

average battery life

heavy design

no USB-C port

mediocre sound quality

MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

high refresh rate display

ample storage options

robust build quality

reasonable price point

heavy and bulky

average battery life

noisy under load

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) and MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
74 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
73 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) vs. MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.3 cm x 26 cm x 2.9 cm 41.9 cm x 28.7 cm x 3.3 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.9 kg
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 94% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, WideView, MSI Matrix Display WideView, MSI Matrix Display, 3 ms response rate
PROCESSOR MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
CPU Intel Core i5 (7th Gen) 7300HQ Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache - 9 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM175 Mobile Intel HM370
Features - Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
MEMORY MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
STORAGE MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060
Video Memory 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Four speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 2+ sound technology MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 51 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
Output 135 Watt 180 Watt
INPUT MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Red backlighting Anti-ghosting, red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
Interfaces LAN
Microphone input
Headphone/SPDIF combo jack
2 x USB 3.0
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C
USB 2.0
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included WinZip, MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Online Backup (30 days trial), Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Remind Manager, MSI Battery Calibration, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, MSI System Control Manager, MSI Sizing, WTFast Gamers Private Network, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 2+, MSI Help Desk, X-Boost, NVIDIA GeForce Experience -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL62M 7RDX (1861UK) MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost 4 technology, X Boost function SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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