MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) vs. Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) and Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17). 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 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

Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

advanced cooling system

expandable storage options

rgb keyboard lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

premium price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) and Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
95 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) vs. Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.285 cm 38.035 cm x 28 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 3.1 kg 3 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour - Abyssal black
DISPLAY MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Screen Size (Type) 17" 17" - IPS
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 250 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness - 1000 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features IPS-level Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 8 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.6 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 24-core 24-core
Cache L3 - 36 MB L3 - 36 MB
Chipset - Intel HM770
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5600 MHz
Rated Speed - 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2.048 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090
Video Memory - 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features MSI OverBoost technology, MUX Switch -
Gaming - Yes
Camera - Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Sound Stereo speakers, four woofers Six speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X
Audio Features Output: Nahimic audio, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
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 AX1690i Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E3100G
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Technology 4-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 99.9 Wh 99 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output - 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB, marked WASD Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces 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)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported, LED lighting bar Administrator password, system password, vapor chamber cooling system, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology, liquid metal grease
Compliant Standards BSMI, WEEE, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950 -
SAR Value - 0.8 W/kg (body), 0.8 W/kg (head), 0.8 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number 062UK 71
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