MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
Dell 16" LDB06250-9182BLU-PUS Midnight Blue 2025
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
Dell 16" LDB06250-9182BLU-PUS Midnight Blue 2025
The Dell Plus 2-in-1 16" Mini-LED Touchscreen Laptop receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its performance, display quality, and design. Users praise the fast Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, vibrant Mini-LED screen, and premium navy blue finish. However, battery life is a consistent concern, with real-world usage falling short of advertised 11 hours, typically delivering 5-10 hours depending on settings. The convertible hinge and touchscreen with Dell pen support are appreciated for versatility, though the device is noted as heavy.
Pros
- Fast Intel Core Ultra 9 processor
- Vibrant Mini-LED touchscreen display
- Premium navy blue design
- Smooth fingerprint sensor
- Good keyboard quality
Cons
- Battery life shorter than advertised
- Device is heavy
- Runs warm under heavy use
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | Dell 16" LDB06250-9182BLU-PUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ | Intel Core Ultra 9 288V |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 8 |
| Frequency | 2.2 GHz | 3.3 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | 12 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ | Intel Arc 140V |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 16 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6★ | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | LPDDR5X |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD★ | SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | 3840 px★ | 2560 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED | Mini-LED |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | 90 Hz |
| Brightness | — | 630 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | 3★ | 1 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth |
| Ethernet | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) | None |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.75 kg | 2.05 kg★ |
| Battery | 100 Wh★ | — |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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
Dell 16" LDB06250-9182BLU-PUS Midnight Blue 2025
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong ram (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong screen (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average portability (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average reliability (33rd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 15 of 30 specs.