The HP Spectre x360 14, being less expensive, is great for general use and offers the versatility of a 2-in-1 with good battery life, making it ideal for portability and daily productivity tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE78 is built for high-end performance, suitable for demanding tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, but it's heavier and typically has shorter battery life, so it's less convenient for on-the-go use. Consider what you'll use the laptop for most and whether portability or raw power is your priority when making your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HP Spectre x360 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE78
Excellent for engineering and design
Best in class for gaming and AI
Best in class keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.8/10
9.5/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the HP Spectre x360 14 is only fair.
The MSI Raider GE78 has a superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, making it ideal for gaming and 3D applications that demand fast and smooth visuals. In contrast, the HP Spectre x360 14 offers a less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate, so while it can handle some gaming and 3D tasks, it won't perform as well as the MSI for those specific purposes.
Engineering and Design
8.4/10
9.4/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
4.2/10
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 HP Spectre x360 14 is very good.
The HP Spectre x360 14, with its high-quality screen and capable CPU, is suitable for engineering and design, but the MSI Raider GE78 excels with its superior GPU and additional RAM, making it more adept for demanding tasks in those fields. However, the Spectre offers better portability and lower operating noise, which might be preferable for users who prioritize mobility and a quieter working environment.
Screen Quality
8.6/10
8.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE78 for general use, and engineering and design, while the MSI Raider GE78 has a better screen for gaming and AI.
The HP Spectre x360 14, with its high-resolution display and bright screen, offers clear and vibrant visuals for everyday tasks and detailed work in engineering and design due to its wide color gamut coverage. However, its lower refresh rate limits the smoothness of motion that's crucial for immersive gaming and fluid 3D rendering. Meanwhile, the MSI Raider GE78, while also boasting a high-resolution, bright screen with excellent color representation for professional and general use, lacks the high refresh rate needed for high-end gaming experiences and 3D modeling tasks.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The HP Spectre x360 14 has 9 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
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
6.8 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The HP Spectre x360 14 has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE78 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,630
$4,386
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The HP Spectre x360 14 has a price of $1,630 and the MSI Raider GE78 costs $4,386.
The MSI Raider GE78 and HP Spectre x360 14 are both very good for general use.
The HP Spectre x360 14 offers a balance of performance with its CPU and sufficient RAM for everyday tasks, coupled with a high-quality screen, and is highly portable with its compact size and long battery life, making it ideal for on-the-go usage and general activities. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE78 also provides strong performance and ample RAM, but it emphasizes a larger, high-quality screen and superior storage options, though it's less portable and has a shorter battery life, aligning it more with users who need power over mobility for tasks like gaming and intensive workloads.
Content Creation
8.7/10
8.8/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE78 and HP Spectre x360 14 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
8.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 and HP Spectre x360 14 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.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.5/10
The HP Spectre x360 14 and MSI Raider GE78 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 HP Spectre x360 14 and the MSI Raider GE78 compare to other laptops
"The numbers don’t lie — the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is a star, and a hell of a one at that. From performance to battery life, this machine is a dream. But why didn’t I give it a perfect score? Well, I wish the display performed better and that there were more ports to go around. If you’re itching for someone a little cheaper that offers a brighter display and significantly more battery life, I can only recommend the MacBook Pro 14 as a suitable substitute. Otherwise, the HP Spectre x360 14 (2024) is the perfect choice for those who want a reliable premium laptop."
"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 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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