If performance in 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming is your top priority and you're okay with a heavier, less portable device with a shorter battery life, the MSI Raider GE76, while more expensive, will serve you well. However, if you want a lighter, more portable laptop with a longer battery life and excellent screen quality for general use, design, and multimedia, the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is a better choice and typically costs less. Remember, the MacBook runs MacOS, which might limit software options compared to the MSI's Windows OS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023)
Excellent overall display quality
Best in class overall build quality
Very good portability
Excellent battery life
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE76
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.0/10
8.9/10
5.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.3/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14, with its Apple M2 Pro GPU and decent screen refresh rate, is well-suited for 3D tasks but doesn't support many popular games that don't run on MacOS. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE76 features a highly capable Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti GPU and a superior screen refresh rate, making it excellent for both gaming and 3D applications while offering Windows compatibility for a more extensive gaming library.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
9.0/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
5.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE76 is excellent for engineering and design, while the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is very good.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) is very good for engineering and design because it offers a powerful M2 Pro CPU combined with a 16-core GPU and high-quality Mini LED screen, packed in a more portable form with longer battery life. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE76 excels in these fields with an even stronger i7 CPU, top-tier RTX 3080 Ti graphics card, and more RAM for demanding tasks, though it trades off with less portability and shorter battery life.
Screen Quality
9.2/10
8.6/10
14.2in
SIZE
17.3in
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
489.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE76 for general use, engineering and design, and software development, while the MSI Raider GE76 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14's screen stands out for general users and engineers due to its high resolution, brightness, and extensive color gamut, providing crisp visuals and accurate color representation vital for detailed design work. The MSI Raider GE76, while also offering a high-quality display for general use and engineering tasks, falls short for gamers and 3D professionals as its refresh rate isn't as high as dedicated gaming laptops, which is crucial for smooth motion and gameplay. For users primarily interested in 3D work or gaming, a laptop with a faster refresh rate would be more appropriate, despite the MSI's adequate resolution and color accuracy.
Battery
13.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 has 13.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE76 has 6 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Very Good
Poor
14.2in
SIZE
17.3in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
10.0/10
8.5/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) has best in class build quality, while the MSI Raider GE76 has very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,700
$3,552
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) has a price of $1,700 and the MSI Raider GE76 costs $3,552.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) and MSI Raider GE76 are both very good for general use.
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 is geared towards general users with its potent M2 Pro processor, high RAM capacity, and superior screen quality which contributes to its vibrant display. The MSI Raider GE76, while also very good for general use, boasts stronger specs like a high-end Intel processor and a top-tier GPU, making it more suitable for demanding tasks, but it is less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the MacBook Pro.
Content Creation
8.5/10
8.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) and MSI Raider GE76 are both very good for content creation.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
8.4/10
8.2/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3024 x 1964
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) and MSI Raider GE76 are both very good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
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How the Apple MacBook Pro 14 (2023) and the MSI Raider GE76 compare to other laptops
"In the Apple MacBook Pro 14 2023, the M2 Pro is slowed down. From the improved 5nm process, the new M2 Pro is a very solid upgrade. Graphics performance has increased by about 25% in tandem with a clear improvement in efficiency. The processor has also seen a performance leap of up to 20%, but this is accompanied by an increase in consumption of up to 25%. Fundamentally, Apple its maintaining its advantage over AMD and Intel, particularly in optimized applications where the results are very good in view of the comparatively low power consumption."
"The MSI Raider GE76: with Alder Lake and RTX 3080 Ti to gaming heaven. Yes, MSI could improve some aspects (like the quality of the webcam), but the manufacturer offers a very convincing and balanced overall package. The biggest advantage is definitely the immense performance potential. The combination of Core i9-12900HK, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, 32 GB DDR5 RAM and two NVMe SSDs offers a lot of performance for the next couple of years and plenty of power for 3D applications. Most titles would run smoothly on an external 4K screen no matter the quality preset. We came away impressed with the integrated 360 Hz panel's fast response times and good color accuracy."
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About Apple
Apple, an American technology company, is one of the world’s largest company in terms of market capitalization. Their MacBook laptops feature a slim, minimalistic design, class-leading battery life, and premium display and speaker quality. In 2020 Apple switched from using Intel processors to their own silicon chips which have excellent performance and efficiency. The macOS operating system is the second most widely used OS, after Windows.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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