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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you primarily need portability and a higher-resolution touchscreen for everyday tasks or media consumption, the Dell XPS 13 Plus is suitable, especially with its smaller size and lighter weight, alongside excellent screen quality. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE77Hx is equipped with a more powerful graphics card and a larger, faster-refreshing screen, making it better for gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, but it is heavier and has a shorter battery life, reducing its portability. Both laptops fall within a similar price range, so your decision should be based on whether you prioritize mobility and light tasks or performance for more demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Dell XPS 13 Plus
- Very good for software development
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE77Hx
- Very good for gaming and AI
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.4
8.7
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
3840 x 2400
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 GE77Hx is very good for gaming and AI, while the Dell XPS 13 Plus is only fair.
The MSI Raider GE77Hx outperforms the Dell XPS 13 Plus in gaming and 3D applications, mainly due to its superior Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card and a higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz, compared to the Dell XPS 13 Plus's less powerful Intel Iris Xe and a refresh rate of 60Hz. While the Dell XPS 13 Plus has excellent screen quality and a high-resolution OLED display, the refresh rate and GPU are more critical for gaming and 3D performance, which gives MSI Raider GE77Hx an advantage.
Engineering and Design
8.2
8.8
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE77Hx and Dell XPS 13 Plus are both very good for engineering and design, though the MSI Raider GE77Hx is somewhat better.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is equipped with an OLED screen and powerful integrated graphics to support detailed design work, and though it's lighter and has a higher screen resolution which is good for portability and image clarity, it has less RAM compared to the MSI Raider GE77Hx, which offers a superior dedicated GPU with Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti for high-end engineering graphics tasks and larger screen size, but it's heavier which could hinder its portability.
Screen Quality
8.4
8.4
13.4in
SIZE
17.3in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
374.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE77Hx for general use, engineering and design, and software development, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx has a better screen for gaming and AI.
When selecting a laptop for general use, consider that the Dell XPS 13 Plus has a high-resolution display with great brightness, making it ideal for everyday tasks like browsing and video streaming, while the MSI Raider also offers a sharp and bright display suitable for various general tasks. For engineering and design, the MSI Raider's screen covers a wide range of colors, which is crucial for accuracy in visual projects, and while the Dell XPS 13 Plus also has a good color range, professionals might prefer the MSI for its superior coverage. However, for gaming and 3D applications where the refresh rate is paramount, neither the Dell XPS 13 Plus nor the MSI Raider stand out as they don't focus on high refresh rates, making them less optimal for fast-paced or immersive visual experiences.
Battery
10.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE77Hx has 5.5 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
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has excellent portability, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,849
$1,999
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Dell XPS 13 Plus has a price of $1,849 and the MSI Raider GE77Hx costs $1,999.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.0
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
374.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
9.1/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The Dell XPS 13 Plus and MSI Raider GE77Hx are both very good for general use.
The Dell XPS 13 Plus is favored for its high-resolution OLED screen, powerful processor, and substantial RAM, making it efficient for various tasks while being lightweight and having a longer battery life, which enhances portability. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE77Hx provides a larger screen and considerable power with ample storage and RAM, but it's heavier and has shorter battery life, making it less portable yet capable for demanding applications.
Content Creation
8.3
8.2
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Dell XPS 13 Plus and MSI Raider GE77Hx 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
8.3
7.9
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Dell XPS 13 Plus to be very good for software development, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The Dell XPS 13 Plus and MSI Raider GE77Hx 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 Plus and the MSI Raider GE77Hx compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Dell XPS 13 Plus | MSI Raider GE77Hx |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,849 | $1,999 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.6'' x 7.8'' x 0.6'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.71 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.63" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.84" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1280P | Intel i7-12800HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 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 | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 55 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.4" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 374 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.2/10 | 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 | Yes | 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 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Dell XPS 13 Plus
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Andreas Osthoff | July 2022
"The XPS 13 Plus is powerful, but has its drawbacks. Dell did not only update the processor generation, but also decided to offer two completely different models from now on. The XPS 13 Plus gets the faster Intel Alder Lake-P chips, and the Core i7-1260P in our review unit offers good performance figures. However, the device once again shows the problems of the current Intel CPUs, because the high performance requires a lot of power. This affects the battery runtime as well as temperatures, so the new model (even with the Optimized power profile) is louder than the older model."
MSI Raider GE77Hx
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Sascha Mölck | July 2022
"The MSI Raider GE77 offers a lot of power for a lot of money. The main components consist of a Core i9-12900HX CPU, a GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (175 watts TGP, 16 GB VRAM), and 64 GB of RAM, which makes for a high overall performance level. The GeForce GPU in particular scores some of the highest scores we have seen from this chip. Both the CPU and the GPU are able to run at continuously high clock speeds. The relatively high heat and noise emissions match our expectations for this device class. With approximately 5.5 to 6.5 hours, the battery life is good for a powerful 4K laptop."
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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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