Detailed comparison and review of MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) and Alienware x14. 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 | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm | 32.15 cm x 26.277 cm x 1.45 cm |
| Weight | 2.9 kg | 1.79 kg |
| Colour | Black | Lunar light |
| DISPLAY | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" | 14" |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | - |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | - | 157 |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 240 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Brightness | - | 400 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Colour Support | 16.8 million colours | - |
| Features | TrueColor, MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light | 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 |
| PROCESSOR | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| CPU | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800HX / 2 GHz | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.8 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 16-core | 12-core |
| Cache | 25 MB | L3 - 18 MB |
| Features | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 | Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
| MEMORY | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) |
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| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | LPDDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | - |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | - |
| Slots Qty | 2 | - |
| Empty Slots | 0 | - |
| STORAGE | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 |
| Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost 2.0, MSI OverBoost technology, NVIDIA DLSS, Ray tracing cores Gen2 | NVIDIA G-SYNC, Advanced Optimus |
| Gaming | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 1080p | 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 | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, two woofers, microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3281-CG |
| Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos |
| Audio Features | Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker | - |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230 |
| Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | - |
| Ethernet Controller | Killer E3100 | - |
| Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
| BATTERY | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 6-cell Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 99.9 Wh | 80 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| Input | - | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 330 Watt | 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V |
| INPUT | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Per-key RGB | Multi-gesture touch pad, N-key rollover, precision glass touchpad, 1 RGB zone |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| Interfaces | 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 |
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 |
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card) | Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) |
| SOFTWARE | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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| Software Included | MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG, Killer Network | Alienware Command Center |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) | Alienware x14 |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | USB-C power adapter |
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| Features | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, up to 8K@60Hz/4K@120Hz | Alienware Battery Defender technology |
| 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 | 066UK | - |
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