MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
Apple MacBook Air 13.3" M1 Space Gray 2020
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
Apple MacBook Air 13.3" M1 Space Gray 2020
The Apple MacBook Air M1 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from users, who praise its exceptional performance, all-day battery life, and lightweight design. Reviewers highlight its speed, reliability, and seamless integration with other Apple devices, making it ideal for school, work, and creative tasks. Even refurbished units are reported to look and perform like new, with only minor cosmetic wear on accessories like the charging block. Overall, users consider it a worthwhile investment that enhances productivity and convenience.
Pros
- Exceptional performance
- All-day battery life
- Lightweight and portable design
- Fast boot-up and operation
- Seamless integration with Apple ecosystem
Cons
- Worn charging block on refurbished units
- No significant drawbacks mentioned
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | Apple MacBook Air 13.3" M1 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ | Apple M1 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 8 |
| Frequency | 2.2 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ | Apple M1 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6★ | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | LPDDR4X |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD★ | SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 13.3" |
| Resolution | 3840 px★ | 2560 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | — |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | P3 wide color |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 3 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | — |
| Ethernet | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.75 kg | 1.27 kg★ |
| Battery | 100 Wh★ | — |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
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
Apple MacBook Air 13.3" M1 Space Gray 2020
- Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong portability (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average ram (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 5 of 8 usage categories and 20 of 29 specs.