HyperX OMEN 16" 16-am2013dx Shadow Black 2026
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
What Buyers Say
HyperX OMEN 16" 16-am2013dx Shadow Black 2026
The HyperX OMEN 16 gaming laptop is widely praised for its powerful performance, especially the RTX 5060 GPU and Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU, which handle demanding games smoothly. Users love the mechanical-feel keyboard, effective cooling, and the OMEN Gaming Hub software. However, common criticisms include a cramped keyboard layout causing typos, mediocre display quality (IPS not OLED), and high CPU temperatures under load. Overall, it's seen as an excellent value for budget-conscious gamers who prioritize performance over premium features.
Pros
- Powerful RTX 5060 GPU performance
- Responsive Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU
- Mechanical-feel keyboard with RGB
- Effective cooling system
- Excellent OMEN Gaming Hub software
Cons
- Cramped keyboard layout causing typos
- Mediocre IPS display quality (not OLED)
- High CPU temperatures under load
- Bloatware and ads in OMEN software
- Limited VRAM on discrete GPU
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
| HyperX OMEN 16" 16-am2013dx | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 356H | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 1.5 GHz | 2.2 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 18 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060★ | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| VRAM Type | GDDR7 | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 512 GB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 165 Hz★ | 144 Hz |
| Brightness | 400 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 62.5% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| USB Ports | 4★ | 3 |
| Thunderbolt | DisplayPort 1.4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 6.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | RJ-45 | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.44 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | 70 Wh | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
HyperX OMEN 16" 16-am2013dx Shadow Black 2026
- Strong port selection (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong gpu (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong social proof (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong cpu (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average reliability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average portability (13th percentile)13th %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 8 of 8 usage categories and 14 of 30 specs.