MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI). 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.

MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptional processing power

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

versatile connectivity options

heavier than competitors

premium price point

average battery life

loud under load

MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superior gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

excellent audio quality

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

short battery life

limited portability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) and MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
95 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) vs. MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.285 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 3.1 kg
Colour Black -
DISPLAY MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 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 TrueColor, MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800HX / 2 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores 16-core 24-core
Cache 25 MB L3 - 36 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
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 Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost 2.0, MSI OverBoost technology, NVIDIA DLSS, Ray tracing cores Gen2 MSI OverBoost technology, MUX Switch
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 1080p -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, two woofers, microphone Stereo speakers, four woofers
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker Output: Nahimic audio, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
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 E3100 -
BATTERY MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 99.9 Wh 99.9 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 330 Watt -
INPUT MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB Per-key RGB, marked WASD
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
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
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 (SD Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG, Killer Network MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, up to 8K@60Hz/4K@120Hz 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
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number 066UK 062UK
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