MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 Black 2023
HP Raider 17 Silver
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
HP Raider 17 Silver
The HP 17 Business Laptop receives generally positive feedback for its performance in business applications, with the Intel Core i3-1115G4 processor being noted as a solid upgrade over previous generations. Users appreciate the availability of warranty and customer support options, though some express concerns about the non-upgradeable soldered RAM and the lack of clarity on dual monitor support via HDMI. Battery life is described as adequate for typical business use, but not exceptional.
Pros
- Solid processor upgrade for business
- Available warranty and support options
- Adequate battery for typical use
Cons
- Non-upgradeable soldered RAM
- Unclear dual monitor support via HDMI
- Battery life not exceptional
Scores
Specifications
| MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | HP Raider 17 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ | Intel Core i3 1115G |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 24★ | 2 |
| Frequency | 2.2 GHz★ | 1.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB★ | 6 MB |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ | Intel UHD Graphics |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | integrated★ |
| VRAM | 8 GB★ | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6★ | Shared |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB★ | 16 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5★ | DDR4 |
| Storage 1 | 2 TB | 2 TB |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 17.3" |
| Resolution | 3840 px★ | 1920 px |
| Panel | Mini-LED★ | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2★ | 0 |
| USB Ports | 3 | 3 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 4 | — |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 x HDMI |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7★ | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4★ | Yes |
| Ethernet | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.75 kg | 2.38 kg★ |
| Battery | 100 Wh★ | — |
| OS | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
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
HP Raider 17 Silver
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average portability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average cpu (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average reliability (33rd percentile)
Pricing
HP Raider 17 Silver offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 18 of 29 specs.
