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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Dell XPS 13 is typically much less expensive, lighter, and more portable making it suitable for general use, while the MSI Raider GE76 costs more but provides significantly better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming thanks to its more powerful processor and advanced graphics card. The Raider also offers a larger and higher resolution display with a much higher refresh rate, which is ideal for immersive gaming and intensive engineering tasks. However, it is heavier and less portable compared to the XPS 13. If battery life and portability are important, the XPS 13 is the better choice; if you require top-tier performance for demanding applications and can handle a larger device, the Raider GE76 is the way to go. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE76
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
General Use
7.7
8.4
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
442.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
9.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Raider GE76 is very good for general use, while the Dell XPS 13 is good.
The Dell XPS 13, with its lightweight frame and longer battery life, is good for general use and easy to carry around, making it ideal for everyday tasks and mobility. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE76, with a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and superior screen quality, is very good for general use, but its weight and shorter battery life make it less portable and better suited for stationary use or demanding applications.
Gaming and AI
6.2
8.9
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.3/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
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 Dell XPS 13 is only fair.
The Dell XPS 13 is equipped with an integrated GPU and a standard refresh rate, providing an adequate experience for casual gaming and basic 3D tasks, while the MSI Raider GE76 is fitted with a high-end dedicated GPU and a much higher screen refresh rate, giving it a substantial edge in rendering complex graphics smoothly, thus delivering an excellent experience for intensive gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
7.2
9.0
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.6/10
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 Dell XPS 13 is good.
The Dell XPS 13, with its more compact size and lighter weight, offers good performance for engineering and design due to a capable processor, sufficient RAM, and a quality screen, while the MSI Raider GE76 delivers excellent performance with a more powerful processor, double the RAM, a superior GPU, and a larger, higher resolution and refresh rate screen, making it more suitable for the most demanding tasks but at the expense of portability.
Content Creation
7.7
8.4
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE76 is very good for content creation, while the Dell XPS 13 is good.
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
7.5
8.2
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Raider GE76 is very good for software development, while the Dell XPS 13 is good.
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
7.2
8.6
13.4in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
442.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE76 has a better screen than the Dell XPS 13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Dell XPS 13, with its high resolution and brightness, creates a sharp and vivid display suitable for everyday activities and professional design tasks, but its standard refresh rate limits its performance in fast-paced gaming scenarios. The MSI Raider GE76's display offers wide color coverage that benefits engineers and designers who require accurate color representation, while the brightness and resolution enhance general usage. However, despite these strengths, its screen falls short for gaming and 3D applications due to a lower refresh rate that fails to deliver the smooth visuals expected in those fields.
Battery
10.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Dell XPS 13 has 10 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
Excellent
Poor
13.4in
SIZE
17.3in
2.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell XPS 13 has excellent portability, while the MSI Raider GE76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$850
$3,552
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Dell XPS 13 has a price of $850 and the MSI Raider GE76 costs $3,552.
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Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Dell XPS 13 and MSI Raider GE76 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Dell XPS 13 and the MSI Raider GE76 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Dell XPS 13 | MSI Raider GE76 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$850 | $3,552 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.6'' x 7.9'' x 0.55'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.59 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.63" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.86" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1250U | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 442 nits | 384 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Monica Chen | April 2023
"In the past, the XPS 13 was a hands-down contender for the best laptop on the market. But the Apple-silicon MacBook has since barrelled onto the scene, and it wipes the floor with most of the ultraportable Windows laptops that cross my desk on a daily basis. This XPS is no exception. Compared to the M2 MacBook Air, battery life is worse."
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Florian Glaser | January 2022
"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 Dell
Dell is a highly recognizable American technology company, and is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. Their laptops are very popular for both personal and professional use, and they also own the Alienware brand which makes mid to high end gaming laptops. Their premium XPS range of laptops offer great build quality and portability, while Latitude and Precision laptops are known for reliability, repairability and performance for business users.
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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