MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 vs Lenovo ThinkPad E16
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 2023, Core i9-14900HX, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4070, Black
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 2025, Core i7-1355U, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black
What Buyers Say
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 2023, Core i9-14900HX, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4070, Black
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 E16 2025, Core i7-1355U, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black
The Lenovo ThinkPad E16 receives generally positive feedback, with users praising its solid build quality and comfortable keyboard. However, some concerns are raised about battery life and the lack of detailed information on warranty and upgrade options. The anti-glare display is noted as effective for outdoor use, and the fingerprint reader works well once drivers are installed.
Pros
- Solid build quality
- Comfortable keyboard
- Effective anti-glare display
- Fingerprint reader works after driver install
Cons
- Battery life concerns
- Lack of warranty details
- Limited upgrade information
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | Lenovo ThinkPad E16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ | Intel Core i7 1355U |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 10 |
| Frequency | 2.2 GHz★ | 1.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | 12 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | — |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6★ | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | 3840 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | — | 300 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | — |
| 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 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Ethernet | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) | Ethernet Port (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.75 kg★ | — |
| Battery | 100 Wh★ | 47 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
Pros & Cons
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 2023, Core i9-14900HX, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4070, Black
- Strong port selection (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average portability (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average affordability (10th percentile)10th %ile
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 2025, Core i7-1355U, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black
- Strong port selection (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong reliability (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average portability (19th percentile)19th %ile
- Below average social proof (33rd percentile)
Pricing
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 2023, Core i9-14900HX, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4070, Black
Lenovo ThinkPad E16 2025, Core i7-1355U, 16GB, 512GB SSD, Black
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 20 of 30 specs.
