In depth comparison and review of Razer Blade 14 and MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 31.97 cm x 22 cm x 1.68 cm | 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm |
Weight | 1.78 kg | 1.9 kg |
Case Material | Anodised aluminium | - |
Colour | Anodized black | - |
DISPLAY | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 14" - IPS | 15.6" |
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LCD Backlight Technology | - | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 165 Hz | 144 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:9 |
Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB, 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC |
Features | Factory Calibration, FreeSync Technology | MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, 7 ms response rate |
PROCESSOR | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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CPU | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX / 3.3 GHz | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.6 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
Number of Cores | 8-core | 6-core |
Cache | L3 - 16 MB | 9 MB |
64-bit Computing | - | Yes |
Chipset | - | Mobile Intel HM370 |
Features | - | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache |
MEMORY | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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RAM | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB |
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Max RAM Supported | - | 32 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 3200 MHz | 2666 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 2666 MHz |
Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | - | 2 |
STORAGE | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 |
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Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | NVIDIA Optimus, NVIDIA CUDA Technology, NVIDIA GPU Boost 2.0 Technology, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, NVIDIA WhisperMode 2.0 | - |
Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 720p |
Resolution | 1 Megapixel | - |
Camera Features | IR camera, Windows Hello | - |
Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
Sound | Stereo speakers, array microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
Compliant Standards | THX Spatial Audio | - |
Audio Features | - | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology |
VR Ready | Yes | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 |
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Wireless Controller | - | Killer Wireless-AC 1550i |
Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
Features | - | Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology, Killer Shield |
BATTERY | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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Technology | Lithium polymer | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 61.6 Wh | 82 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 12 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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Output | 230 Watt | 180 Watt |
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INPUT | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
Features | N-key rollover, per-key RGB, Razer Chroma RGB, precision glass touchpad | Multi-touch touchpad, SteelSeries Engine 3 |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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Interfaces | 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) Headphone/microphone combo jack HDMI |
Microphone input Headphone output USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 LAN HDMI Mini DisplayPort |
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SOFTWARE | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 Advanced |
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MISCELLANEOUS | Razer Blade 14 | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Security | Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | - |
Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | Kensington security slot |
Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
Features | Illuminated Razer logo, vapor chamber cooling system, Modern Standby | MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost Trinity technology |
Manufacturer Warranty | - | Limited warranty - 2 years |