The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is a more affordable and portable option with decent performance for everyday tasks and a moderate battery life. It comes with ample storage and a comfortable keyboard. Its integrated graphics are suitable for general use but not for intensive gaming or 3D applications. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE77Hx is more expensive, heavier, and has a shorter battery life but offers exceptional performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks. It includes a high-end graphics card, a faster refresh rate display, and a more vibrant screen, making it better for gaming and professional graphics work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15"
Good portability
Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE77Hx
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Good speakers
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.3/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Raider GE77Hx is very good for general use, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is good.
The MSI Raider GE77Hx surpasses the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" primarily due to a more powerful CPU and GPU, making it more suitable for demanding applications, and it also offers superior RAM and a higher resolution screen for sharper images, but it is less portable and has shorter battery life. In contrast, the Lenovo is more portable, with a lighter weight and longer battery life, fitting for users who prioritize mobility and longevity over intense power and superior screen quality.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
8.7/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
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 GE77Hx is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has an integrated GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, limiting its gaming and 3D capabilities, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx comes with a strong dedicated GPU and a high refresh rate screen, enhancing its performance for gaming and 3D applications. The Lenovo's CPU and screen quality are somewhat decent, but the MSI's sophisticated CPU and superior screen quality greatly increase its effectiveness for demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.6/10
8.8/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
12.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE77Hx is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is only fair.
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has a mid-range CPU and integrated graphics, suitable for lighter engineering and design tasks with its decent screen quality and portability. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE77Hx offers a high-end CPU and powerful dedicated graphics, making it much better for demanding engineering and design applications, despite being less portable.
Content Creation
7.4/10
8.2/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
12.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE77Hx is very good for content creation, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" 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
7.3/10
7.9/10
5.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
12.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Raider GE77Hx and Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" are both good for software development, though the MSI Raider GE77Hx 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
6.4/10
8.4/10
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE77Hx has a better screen than the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize affordability for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 with its adequate resolution and brightness will suffice, although it's not geared for more color-sensitive tasks or rapid movements in gaming. The MSI Raider, while pricier, excels in engineering work and general use due to its superior color range and high-quality display, but its refresh rate isn't tailored for the smoothest gaming or 3D rendering experience. So, if budget is a constraint and everyday use is your focus, go for the Lenovo; for high-end engineering work, pick the MSI, but dedicated gamers might look elsewhere for a quicker refresh rate.
Battery
10.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" 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
Good
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has good portability, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.0/10
8.5/10
The MSI Raider GE77Hx has very good build quality, while the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$741
$2,140
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" has a price of $741 and the MSI Raider GE77Hx costs $2,140.
"The Lenovo IdeaPad 1 15" is affordable and pretty efficient. At the end of the day, the Lenovo IdeaPad 1 (15″, 2023) is one of the better affordable laptops money can buy right now. It has a decent performance, albeit coming from a CPU that is based on old architecture. Playing low-intensity games is possible but at low to medium settings. We are really happy with the cooling setup, but the main event here is the battery life. We got 9 hours of either Web browsing or video playback, which is a great result. Especially if you compare this device with the ASUS E410."
"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 Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
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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