MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16" 82R80000US Grey
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
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16" 82R80000US Grey
The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its crisp display, responsive touchscreen, and good performance for the price, especially for basic tasks and college use. However, a significant number of verified buyers report critical hardware failures within months, including dead screens, failed cooling fans, and inoperative power buttons, which severely impacts overall satisfaction.
Pros
- Crisp and clear display
- Responsive touchscreen
- Good performance for the price
- Large and helpful touchpad
- Versatile 2-in-1 design
Cons
- Critical hardware failures within months
- Poor sound volume and quality
- Unreliable WiFi connectivity
- Non-upgradeable RAM
- Proprietary charger plug
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16" 82R80000US | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ | Intel Core i7 1255U |
| 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 | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6★ | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | LPDDR4X |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB★ | 1 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | 3840 px★ | 2560 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | — |
| Brightness | — | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2★ | 1 |
| USB Ports | 3★ | 2 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 x HDMI 1.4b |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Bluetooth 5.1 |
| Ethernet | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) | — |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.75 kg | 2.10 kg★ |
| Battery | 100 Wh★ | 52 Wh |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16" 82R80000US Grey
- Strong screen (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong reliability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong storage (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong port selection (69th percentile)
- Below average portability (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average social proof (21st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (23rd percentile)
Pricing
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 16" 82R80000US Grey
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 20 of 30 specs.
