MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) vs. MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) and MSI Vector GP77 (13VG). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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

MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high performance processor

superior graphics capabilities

fast refresh rate display

robust build quality

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

short battery life

premium price point

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) and MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
95 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
87 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) vs. MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38 cm x 29.8 cm x 2.285 cm 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm
Weight 3.1 kg 2.8 kg
Colour - Black
DISPLAY MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Screen Size (Type) 17" 17.3"
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) 2560 x 1440 (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
Features IPS-level IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 24-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 36 MB L3 - 24 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features MSI OverBoost technology, MUX Switch Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology
Gaming - Yes
Camera - Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, four woofers Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Output: Nahimic audio, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio Output: Nahimic 3 sound technology, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
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 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Technology 4-cell 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 99.9 Wh 65 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB, marked WASD Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (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)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI (8K support)
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Raider GE78HX (13VI) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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 SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, Meta Ready
Compliant Standards BSMI, WEEE, FCC Part 15 Class B, JIS C 0950 BSMI, FCC Part 15 B, RoHS, WEEE, JIS C 0950, REACH 2006/1907/EC
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number 062UK 027UK
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