Apple MacBook Air 13.3" GSRF MWTL2LL/A Gold 2020
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Air 13.3" GSRF MWTL2LL/A Gold 2020
Users are generally very satisfied with this MacBook, praising its build quality, display, and performance. A few note that the battery life is shorter than expected, but most consider it a good value for the price. Minor cosmetic issues like dents or sticker stains are mentioned but not seen as dealbreakers.
Pros
- Great build quality
- Excellent display
- Fast performance
- Good value for price
- Easy setup
Cons
- Battery life shorter than expected
- Minor cosmetic imperfections (dents, sticker stains)
- Cannot purchase AppleCare
- Some functions hard to find due to OS update
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
Scores
Specifications
| Apple MacBook Air 13.3" GSRF MWTL2LL/A | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel 10th Generation Core i3 | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 2 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 1.1 GHz | 2.2 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | — | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Iris Plus Graphics 645 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | — | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | LPDDR4X | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 256 GB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 13.3" | 16" |
| Resolution | 2560 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 144 Hz★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 3 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | — | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | — | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.27 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | — | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Air 13.3" GSRF MWTL2LL/A Gold 2020
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong portability (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Below average cpu (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average ram (20th percentile)20th %ile
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
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 5 of 8 usage categories and 20 of 29 specs.