MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro Silver 2023
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
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro Silver 2023
The majority of users are extremely satisfied with this MacBook Pro, praising its speed, packaging, and suitability for demanding tasks like software development and content creation. However, one detailed negative review describes severe technical issues, including VPN problems and display glitches, leading the user to return the product. Overall, sentiment is very positive but tempered by a single, strongly negative experience.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Excellent packaging
- Great for software development
- Suitable for content creation
- Good value for money
Cons
- Serious technical issues reported
- VPN and keychain problems
- Display glitches and artifacts
- Poor Apple Support experience
- Return required for one user
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ | Apple M3 Pro |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 11 |
| Frequency | 2.2 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ | Apple M3 Pro 14-core |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6★ | Unified |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 18 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | — |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 512 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD★ | SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 3840 px★ | 3024 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED | Mini-LED |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | — | 1000 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | Extreme Dynamic Range |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 3 | 3 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 x 3 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| Ethernet | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.75 kg | 1.59 kg★ |
| Battery | 100 Wh★ | 72 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | macOS |
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
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro Silver 2023
- Strong port selection (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
Apple MacBook Pro 14" M3 Pro Silver 2023
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 86 overall, wins 4 of 8 usage categories and 4 of 30 specs.
