If you prioritize high performance for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming and don't mind a heavier laptop with a slightly shorter battery life, the MSI Raider GE78 is a strong choice with a more powerful processor, double the storage, and more RAM. However, it's less portable and more expensive. On the other hand, if you prefer a more affordable and portable laptop that still offers good performance for general use and some engineering tasks, the ASUS ROG Flow X13 is considerably lighter, with decent battery life, and a touchscreen, making it versatile for everyday use and travel. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE78
Excellent for engineering and design
Best in class for gaming and AI
Best in class speakers
Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.1/10
8.7/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
511.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
8.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both very good for general use, though the MSI Raider GE78 is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
9.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the ASUS ROG Flow X13 is good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers a solid gaming and 3D experience with its Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and a commendable screen refresh rate of 165Hz, making it suitable for demanding visual tasks while maintaining a balance between performance and portability.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
9.4/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE78 is excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS ROG Flow X13 is very good.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 is favored for its portability due to its lower weight and 2-in-1 convertible design, making it flexible for different engineering and design scenarios, while the MSI Raider GE78 offers more power with a superior CPU, double the RAM for complex tasks, and a high-end GPU for demanding engineering software, but it is heavier and less portable. The MSI's larger screen and higher refresh rate are beneficial for design work, whereas the ASUS's touchscreen adds a level of interactivity but with lesser overall performance compared to the MSI.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.8/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE78 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both very good for content creation, though the MSI Raider GE78 is somewhat better.
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
8.0/10
8.5/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 and ASUS ROG Flow X13 are both very good for software development, though the MSI Raider GE78 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
8.6/10
13.4in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE78 has a better screen than the ASUS ROG Flow X13 for gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and MSI Raider GE78 both have high-resolution, bright displays with panel types that provide sharp and vibrant visuals, making them excellent for general use and detailed engineering work. Their color gamut coverage ensures accurate color representation crucial for design tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, their lower refresh rates may lead to less smooth visuals, which is less optimal compared to screens built specifically for high-frame-rate gaming.
Battery
8.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE78 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
13.4in
SIZE
17.3in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
6.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE78 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,500
$4,386
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the MSI Raider GE78 costs $4,386.
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
"Performance-wise, the GE78 offers a significant boost over the GE77 for just slightly higher power consumption. You'll have to get the RTX 4080 or 4090 configurations to see the performance advantages, however, as the RTX 4070 is closer in performance to the older RTX 3080 Ti. In terms of design, some users might prefer the 16:9 minimalistic look of the older GE77 over the 16:10 retro-inspired GE78 and vice versa. We wouldn't call one better than the other in terms of aesthetics, but we'll give the edge to the GE78 for its stronger hinges and larger keys and clickpad."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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