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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Lenovo Legion 9i typically offers better performance for intensive engineering tasks and gaming due to its more powerful processor and graphics card, but it is slightly less portable than the MSI Raider GE76. The MSI Raider GE76 has a larger screen and slightly longer battery life, making it better for multimedia consumption and general use, but this also makes it heavier and bulkier, impacting its portability. Both have high-quality builds and similar storage and RAM capacities. If maximum performance is your priority and you don't mind a smaller screen or carrying a bit more weight, go with the Lenovo. If you prefer a larger screen for entertainment or presentations and can compromise slightly on performance, the MSI would be a good fit. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion 9i
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Best in class overall display quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE76
- Good battery life
Key differences
Engineering and Design
9.6
9.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.3/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The Lenovo Legion 9i is best in class for engineering and design, while the MSI Raider GE76 is excellent.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Screen Quality
9.7
8.6
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
682.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE76 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
For general use, the Lenovo Legion 9i stands out with a sharp, bright display that makes text and images crisp and vibrant, which is great for browsing and media consumption, but its screen falls short for gaming due to a lower refresh rate that doesn't keep up with fast-paced action. The MSI Raider GE76 also boasts a high-quality display that ensures clear visuals for everyday tasks, while its color reproduction isn't quite at the same level as the Legion 9i for professional design work where color accuracy is crucial. Gaming and 3D content on both are less than stellar; despite high resolutions and decent panel types, their screens do not refresh quickly enough to provide the smooth, real-time action that gamers demand.
Battery
3.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Lenovo Legion 9i has 3 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
Fair
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
5.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Lenovo Legion 9i has only fair portability, while the MSI Raider GE76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$3,420
$3,552
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The Lenovo Legion 9i has a price of $3,420 and the MSI Raider GE76 costs $3,552.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.4
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
682.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
3.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i and MSI Raider GE76 are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo Legion 9i with its high-end CPU and superior Mini LED screen is very good for general use, providing powerful performance and vibrant display quality, though it's a bit less portable due to its build. The MSI Raider GE76 also offers strong general performance with ample RAM and a quality IPS screen, while its larger size makes it less portable and affects battery life despite its good performance for general tasks.
Gaming and AI
9.2
8.9
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.3/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Legion 9i to be excellent for gaming and AI, while the MSI Raider GE76 is very good.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Content Creation
8.7
8.4
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion 9i and MSI Raider GE76 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
8.2
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Legion 9i and MSI Raider GE76 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
8.5
The Lenovo Legion 9i 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 Lenovo Legion 9i and the MSI Raider GE76 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo Legion 9i | MSI Raider GE76 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,420 | $3,552 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2023 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.9'' x 1.01'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.64 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.08" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.93" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 3 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 16" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3200 x 2000 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 682 nits | 384 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.4/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Lenovo Legion 9i
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Matthew Buzzi | December 2023
"The Lenovo Legion 9i is meant as a top-end flagship showcase for enthusiasts, and on that, it delivers. You'll find flashier designs in this price tier—Razer’s all-metal build in a similarly sized laptop like the Blade 16, or monstrous 18-inch machines—but this is a well-thought-out laptop. The chassis is trim for a 16-inch powerhouse, the lid is unique, and bespoke liquid cooling takes performance to the next level."
MSI Raider GE76
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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 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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