Lenovo ThinkPad 16" E16 Gen 3 Black 2024
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
What Buyers Say
Lenovo ThinkPad 16" E16 Gen 3 Black 2024
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 receives strong praise for its performance, build quality, and value, particularly for programming and multitasking. Users highlight the fast fingerprint unlock, titanium construction, and smooth handling of heavy software. However, one user notes the battery life could be better, leading to a slightly lower rating. Overall, it is seen as a reliable workhorse for both personal and professional use.
Pros
- Fast fingerprint unlock
- Sturdy titanium build
- Smooth performance for programming and multitasking
- Good value for personal use
- Fast delivery
Cons
- Battery life could be better
- Copilot+ compatibility unclear from specs
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
| Lenovo ThinkPad 16" E16 Gen 3 | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 255H | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 16 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 2.0 GHz | 2.2 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Arc 140T | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | 16 GB★ | 8 GB |
| VRAM Type | Shared | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 300 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 45 percent NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.20 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | 48 Wh | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Lenovo ThinkPad 16" E16 Gen 3 Black 2024
- Strong ram (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong cpu (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong port selection (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong reliability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average portability (16th percentile)16th %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
Pricing
Lenovo ThinkPad 16" E16 Gen 3 Black 2024 offers 2.0x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 5 of 8 usage categories and 16 of 30 specs.
