ASUS TUF Gaming 16" A16 Black
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
What Buyers Say
ASUS TUF Gaming 16" A16 Black
Users praise this laptop for its exceptional performance, quiet operation, and solid build. The 7700S AMD GPU and DDR5 RAM deliver blazing speeds for gaming and productivity, though battery life is poor. Some report sudden Windows 11 crashes and one speaker failure within a month, but overall value and speed earn high marks.
Pros
- Blazing performance
- Quiet operation
- Solid build quality
- Good value for money
- Excellent video quality
Cons
- Poor battery life
- Sudden Windows 11 crashes
- Speaker failure within a month
- Fingerprint magnet
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
| ASUS TUF Gaming 16" A16 | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 3.2 GHz★ | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | 7700S | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| 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 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB | 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 |
| Color Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 3 | 3 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 FRL | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | WiFi 4 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | RJ45 Ethernet Port | 1 x RJ-45 (2.5Gbps) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.21 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | 90 Wh | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
ASUS TUF Gaming 16" A16 Black
- Strong storage (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong gpu (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong ram (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Below average portability (15th percentile)15th %ile
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
- Strong port selection (100th percentile)100th %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
Pricing
ASUS TUF Gaming 16" A16 Black offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 75 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 13 of 29 specs.
