MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
Acer Nitro 15.6" 5 Black
What Buyers Say
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
The MSI Raider GE68HX is praised for its blazing speed, smooth performance, and stunning display, making it ideal for gaming and demanding tasks. Users love the extensive customization options and futuristic design, though they note the fans can get loud under full load and the laptop is quite heavy. Battery life is decent for normal use but drains quickly during high-performance gaming. Overall, the pros far outweigh the cons for most reviewers.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Smooth gaming experience
- Stunning display quality
- Extensive customization options
- Futuristic design
Cons
- Loud fans under full load
- Heavy and bulky design
- Battery drains quickly during gaming
Acer Nitro 15.6" 5 Black
The Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 is praised for its ability to run modern AAA games at high settings. Users appreciate the dedicated graphics and the potential for RAM and SSD upgrades. However, battery life during gaming and warranty details are common concerns. The inclusion of USB-C connectivity is a positive feature.
Pros
- Runs modern AAA games at high settings
- Dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics
- RAM and SSD upgradeable
- USB-C connectivity included
Cons
- Battery life during gaming is a concern
- Warranty details unclear
- No fast-charging feature mentioned
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | Acer Nitro 15.6" 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ | Intel Core i5 10300H |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 4 |
| Frequency | 2.2 GHz | 2.5 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | 8 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | 4 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 15.6" |
| Resolution | 3840 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | 3 | 3 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | — |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1x HDMI |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Ethernet | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.75 kg | 2.30 kg★ |
| Battery | 100 Wh★ | 58 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 Pro |
Pros & Cons
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
- Strong port selection (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong cpu (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average portability (9th percentile)9th %ile
Acer Nitro 15.6" 5 Black
- Strong gpu (75th percentile)
- Strong port selection (69th percentile)
- Below average reliability (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average cpu (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average ram (26th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (26th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 16 of 29 specs.