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Updated June 22, 2024·

The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) is a top-tier choice for those who prioritize performance and screen quality, especially for demanding tasks like gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning, thanks to its cutting-edge i9 processor and RTX 4080 graphics. It's also built for the future with Thunderbolt 4 ports and superior color accuracy, making it suitable for professional work. However, it's heavier and pricier, and its battery life is average. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE77Hx offers a balance of performance and cost, with a slightly older but still powerful i7 processor and RTX 3070 Ti graphics. It's more affordable, has a larger screen, and provides a solid gaming and general use experience. However, its screen is less pixel-dense, and it lacks some of the Legion's advanced features like hardware ray tracing and DLSS. It also has a shorter battery life and is less portable due to its size and weight. If you're looking for the best performance and future-proofing without budget constraints, the Lenovo is the way to go. But if you want a strong performer with a slightly friendlier price tag and are okay with some compromises on portability and cutting-edge features, the MSI is a compelling option. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024)
  • Excellent for engineering and design
  • Excellent for gaming and AI
  • Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE77Hx
  • The MSI Raider GE77Hx has no clear advantages over the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024).

Key differences

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Screen Quality

8.7
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
Raider GE77Hx
8.4
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
469.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE77Hx for general use, and gaming and AI.

Portability

Fair
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
Raider GE77Hx
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
17.3in
5.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) has only fair portability, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx has poor portability.
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Key similarities

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General Use

8.1
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
Raider GE77Hx
8.0
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
469.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.4/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) and MSI Raider GE77Hx are both very good for general use.

Gaming and AI

9.1
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
Raider GE77Hx
8.7
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
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 Pro 7i (2024) to be excellent for gaming and AI, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx is very good.

Engineering and Design

9.0
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
Raider GE77Hx
8.8
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
9.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) to be excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx is very good.

Content Creation

8.3
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
Raider GE77Hx
8.2
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) and MSI Raider GE77Hx are both very good for content creation.

Software Development

7.9
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
Raider GE77Hx
7.9
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) and MSI Raider GE77Hx are both good for software development.

Battery

5.0 Hours
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
Raider GE77Hx
5.5 Hours
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i has 5 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE77Hx has 5.5 hours of battery life.

Build Quality

8.5
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
Raider GE77Hx
8.5
The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) and MSI Raider GE77Hx both have very good build quality.

Cost

$1,970
Legion Pro 7i (2024)
Raider GE77Hx
$1,999
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$1,000

$1,500

$2,000

$2,500

$3,000

The Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) has a price of $1,970 and the MSI Raider GE77Hx costs $1,999.

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How the Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024) and the MSI Raider GE77Hx compare to other laptops

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Spec Comparison

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Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024)MSI Raider GE77Hx
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024)MSI Raider GE77Hx

GENERAL

Price
$1,970
$1,999
Release Date
February 1, 2024June 1, 2022
Overall Dimensions
14.3'' x 10.3'' x 1.02''15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02''
Weight
5.78 lbs6.39 lbs
Width
14.31"15.63"
Depth
10.32"11.18"

INTERNAL

Processor
Intel i9-14900HXIntel i7-12800HX
RAM
16 GB16 GB
DDR Memory Version
55
RAM Slots
22
Storage
1024 GB1024 GB

BATTERY

Battery Life
5 Hours5.5 Hours
Battery Capacity
99.9 Wh99.9 Wh

SCREEN

Diagonal Size
16"17.3"
Display Technology
IPSIPS
Resolution
2560 x 16002560 x 1440
Refresh Rate
240Hz240Hz
Display Brightness
469 nits350 nits

RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS

Build Quality Score
8.5/108.5/10
Portability Score
6.4/105.9/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
YesYes
Premium Business Laptop
NoNo
Fan Noise Score
6.5/106.5/10

HARDWARE FEATURES

Keyboard Quality Score
9/109/10
Speaker Quality Score
9.8/107.5/10
Webcam
1080p1080p
Fingerprint Reader
NoNo
Backlit Keyboard
YesYes
Number Pad
YesYes

CONNECTIVITY

USB Type-A
43
USB-C ports
22
USB-C Charging
YesNo
Display Outputs
33
Thunderbolt Version
44

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Lenovo Legion Pro 7i (2024)

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Florian Glaser | February 2023
"Passionate gamers who want to play demanding modern titles with maximum details and don't mind spending the moolah will find the Lenovo Legion 7 Pro to be the right choice. The bright, sharp, and color-accurate 16:10 QHD 240 Hz display makes for an immersive viewing experience. The hardware is housed in a stylish chassis that feels premium and scores well in terms of workmanship and stability. Other aspects such as sound quality, input devices, and connectivity also seem to be near-perfect."

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 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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