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Updated March 22, 2024·
When considering the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and the MSI Raider GE77Hx, understand that the Lenovo will likely save you money and offer solid performance for everyday tasks, enhanced durability, and better battery life, making it a good fit for business users who prioritize portability and longevity. On the other hand, the MSI, while more expensive, provides high-end specs for gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning work, but this comes at the cost of battery life and portability due to its larger size and power requirements. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad T14
- Very good for software development
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE77Hx
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7
8.7
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.3/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE77Hx is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 is only fair.
The MSI Raider GE77Hx, with its superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, provides a smoother and more immersive gaming and 3D experience, making it a great choice for demanding tasks. On the other hand, the Lenovo ThinkPad T14, while capable, offers more modest performance in these areas due to its less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate screen, which may not satisfy hardcore gamers or professionals in 3D design.
Engineering and Design
8.0
8.8
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
4.0/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE77Hx and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 are both very good for engineering and design, though the MSI Raider GE77Hx is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14, with a dependable CPU and ample RAM, provides solid performance and good screen quality for engineering tasks, and it boasts a durable keyboard and reasonable portability. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE77Hx, equipped with a superior CPU, more RAM, a high-end GPU, and exceptional screen quality, excels in demanding engineering and design scenarios, though it is less portable and produces more operating noise.
Screen Quality
6.9
8.4
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE77Hx for software development, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
For general use, the ThinkPad's screen offers suitable resolution and brightness for daily tasks like web browsing and document editing while the MSI Raider provides even higher brightness and sharper resolution for crisper text and images. In engineering and design, the ThinkPad's color gamut is adequate for some professional work, but the MSI excels with its wider gamut, reproducing more accurate colors for tasks like photo editing and graphic design. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both laptops fall short due to lower refresh rates, which can lead to less smooth motion and reduced responsiveness in fast-paced visuals.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has 9 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
Very Good
Poor
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2.9 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,241
$2,140
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 has a price of $1,241 and the MSI Raider GE77Hx costs $2,140.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.5
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
321.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and MSI Raider GE77Hx are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 offers a balance of performance and portability, with a quality CPU, ample RAM, and a high-quality screen that suits everyday tasks, coupled with a keyboard known for comfort and durability, making it ideal for general use and mobile professionals. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE77Hx, while also great for general use, leans more toward high-performance needs with a strong emphasis on screen quality and processing power for tasks like gaming or 3D work, at the expense of heavier weight and shorter battery life.
Content Creation
8.3
8.2
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Lenovo ThinkPad T14 and MSI Raider GE77Hx 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
7.9
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Lenovo ThinkPad T14 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx 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.
Build Quality
8.0
8.5
The MSI Raider GE77Hx and Lenovo ThinkPad T14 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 ThinkPad T14 and the MSI Raider GE77Hx compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| Lenovo ThinkPad T14 | MSI Raider GE77Hx |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,241 | $2,140 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | September 1, 2023 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.5'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.96 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.51" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.93" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 7840U | Intel i7-12800HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 39.3 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 321 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.5/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 8.4/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1440p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Benjamin Herzig | December 2023
"We like a lot about this laptop. It has many ports, with the inclusion of RJ45-Ethernet as a defining feature. WWAN is upgradable for maximum flexibility and the ThinkPad has many security functions. Working with the ThinkPad input devices is a lot of fun, and Lenovo puts in a serviceable Low Power panel. The AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U delivers a great performance and does not drain the battery fast. Fan noise and temperatures are nothing special, but also far away from bad. With the user replaceable keyboard, the ThinkPad T14 Gen 4 has a special feature rarely present on most modern laptops."
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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