MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T14s Gen 5 Gray 2024
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
Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T14s Gen 5 Gray 2024
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14s Gen 5 receives generally positive feedback for its build quality and reliability, with many users praising the brand's consistency and longevity. However, some users report compatibility issues with Linux and problems connecting to external displays. Overall, it is seen as a solid, well-constructed laptop suitable for professional and personal use.
Pros
- Build quality
- Brand reliability
- Longevity
- Customer service
- Fast setup
Cons
- Linux compatibility issues
- External display detection problems
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T14s Gen 5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ | Intel Core Ultra 5 125U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 12 |
| Frequency | 2.2 GHz★ | 1.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | 12 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ | Intel Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6★ | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | LPDDR5X |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 14" |
| Resolution | 3840 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | — | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 45% NTSC |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Yes |
| Ethernet | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.75 kg | 1.45 kg★ |
| Battery | 100 Wh★ | 58 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 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
Lenovo ThinkPad 14" T14s Gen 5 Gray 2024
- Strong reliability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong portability (79th percentile)
- Strong screen (75th percentile)
- Strong port selection (72nd percentile)
- Below average social proof (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average storage (25th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 7 of 8 usage categories and 18 of 30 specs.