MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
Acer Predator Helios 300 15.6" Helios 300 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 Predator Helios 300 15.6" Helios 300 Black
The Acer Predator Helios 300 receives highly positive feedback across product Q&A, with users emphasizing its solid 144Hz display and upgradeable RAM/SSD as key strengths. The cooling system is praised during intensive gaming sessions, and the full HD resolution delivers crisp visuals. Questions about dimensions, weight, and warranty show a practical interest in portability and post-purchase support.
Pros
- 144Hz Full HD display
- Effective cooling during gaming
- Upgradeable RAM and SSD
- Decent portability for a gaming laptop
- Full HD crisp visuals
Cons
- No complaints expressed in provided Q&A
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | Acer Predator Helios 300 15.6" Helios 300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ | Intel Core i7 11800H |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 8 |
| Frequency | 2.2 GHz | 2.3 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | 24 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | — |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD★ | 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) | RJ-45 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.75 kg | 2.30 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
Acer Predator Helios 300 15.6" Helios 300 Black
- Strong gpu (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong user sentiment (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong ram (73rd percentile)
- Strong port selection (69th percentile)
- Below average reliability (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average social proof (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average portability (29th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 15 of 29 specs.