When choosing between the HP Omen Transcend 14 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx, consider that the HP Omen offers a more budget-friendly option with reliable performance for everyday tasks and moderate gaming. On the other side, the MSI Raider prioritizes high-end performance, suitable for demanding gaming, 3D rendering, or machine learning, but at a higher price and with a shorter battery life. The MSI Raider also has a larger and heavier build, making the HP Omen better for those who need to carry their laptop around regularly. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Omen Transcend 14
Very good for software development
Good portability
Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE67Hx
Very good for gaming and AI
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.9/10
8.7/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good for gaming and AI, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 is good.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a high-quality GPU and an adequate screen refresh rate that makes it suitable for gaming and 3D applications, but for those seeking the best performance in these areas, the MSI Raider GE67Hx takes the lead with an even more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate for smoother visuals. While both have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the MSI's emphasis on top-tier gaming specs makes it the superior choice for the most demanding gaming and 3D tasks.
Screen Quality
8.6/10
9.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
400.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
344.0 nits
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE67Hx for software development, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a screen that excels in resolution and brightness, making it great for everyday tasks and detail-oriented engineering work, but it falls short for gaming due to a lower refresh rate. The MSI Raider GE67Hx, with a high-resolution, bright display, delivers vibrant colors covering a wide color gamut, which is ideal for precision in design and engineering. However, despite its excellent visual fidelity, its lesser refresh rate means gaming and 3D applications won't be as smooth as on screens tailored for those purposes.
Battery
11.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has 11 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE67Hx 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
Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has good portability, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.2/10
8.5/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has very good build quality, while the HP Omen Transcend 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,699
$2,349
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The HP Omen Transcend 14 has a price of $1,699 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx costs $2,349.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and MSI Raider GE67Hx are both very good for general use.
The HP Omen Transcend 14 offers a balance of CPU and RAM efficiency, high-quality screen, and portability, with the added benefit of extended battery life for day-to-day tasks, making it ideal for general use. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE67Hx, while also good for general use, leans toward the performance spectrum with its superior CPU and RAM, offering an exceptional screen experience, though it is less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the HP Omen.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
8.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
7.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE67Hx and HP Omen Transcend 14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The HP Omen Transcend 14, with its high-performance CPU, ample RAM, and dedicated GPU, ensures smooth multitasking and rendering for engineering applications, while its superior screen quality offers detailed visuals crucial for design work. The MSI Raider GE67Hx, similarly equipped with top-tier CPU and GPU, along with abundant RAM, excels in demanding engineering tasks, and its quality display enhances design precision, though it may trade off some portability and operate louder compared to lighter laptops.
Content Creation
8.3/10
8.3/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The HP Omen Transcend 14 and MSI Raider GE67Hx 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
8.1/10
7.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers HP Omen Transcend 14 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx 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.
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How the HP Omen Transcend 14 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx compare to other laptops
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About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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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