MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 Space Black 2025
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 14.2" M5 Space Black 2025
The MacBook Pro M5 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its speed, smooth performance, and improved display. Users upgrading from older models note significant gains in processing power and storage capacity. A few complaints focus on shipping delays and a minor display issue, but the product itself is highly recommended.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Smooth operation
- Improved display quality
- Ample storage space
- Great keyboard
Cons
- Minor display issue reported
- Shipping delays by FedEx
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ | Apple M5 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 10 |
| Frequency | 2.2 GHz★ | — |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | — |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ | Apple (10-Core) |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6★ | System Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | LPDDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB | 2 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 14.2" |
| Resolution | 3840 px★ | 3024 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED | Mini-LED |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | 120 Hz |
| Brightness | — | 1600 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | Wide color (P3) |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| USB Ports | 3★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| 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) | No |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.75 kg | 1.50 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 14.2" M5 Space Black 2025
- Strong screen (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong social proof (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Pricing
Apple MacBook Pro 14.2" M5 Space Black 2025 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 6 of 8 usage categories and 4 of 30 specs.