Choosing between the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx largely depends on your requirements; the ThinkPad is more affordable and suited for business or general use, offering good battery life and portability, while the MSI Raider is geared towards intensive tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or machine learning, with superior performance but at a higher price and with less emphasis on battery life and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad X13
Very good for software development
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE67Hx
Very good for gaming and AI
Excellent overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
8.7/10
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
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad X13 is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, while adequate for casual gaming, has limitations due to its less powerful GPU and standard screen refresh rate, which can't match the higher frames per second that games may require. The MSI Raider GE67Hx, on the other hand, boasts a high-end GPU and a superior screen refresh rate, making it well-suited for demanding gaming and 3D applications, as it can deliver smoother visuals and better overall performance.
Engineering and Design
8.0/10
8.9/10
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 GE67Hx and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 are both very good for engineering and design, though the MSI Raider GE67Hx is somewhat better.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, with solid CPU and RAM, offers reliable performance and screen quality suitable for most engineering tasks, while its notably good keyboard and portability make it a versatile choice for on-the-go professionals. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE67Hx, with a more powerful GPU and high-end CPU, excels in demanding engineering and design applications, at the expense of being less portable and generating more operating noise.
Screen Quality
6.9/10
9.1/10
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
321.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
344.0 nits
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE67Hx for software development, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13, with its focus on resolution and brightness, offers a clear and vibrant display that is ideal for everyday tasks and professional work in engineering and design where precise colors are crucial. The MSI Raider GE67Hx, on the other hand, shines with its superior color representation, benefiting users who require a broader color range for specialized tasks like photo editing or graphic design. However, for gaming and 3D applications where a high refresh rate is paramount for smooth visuals, both laptops fall short, as they prioritize other screen attributes over the fast refresh necessary for those scenarios.
Battery
8.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE67Hx 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
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,459
$2,349
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 has a price of $1,459 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx costs $2,349.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and MSI Raider GE67Hx are both very good for general use.
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 offers a balance of solid CPU performance, ample RAM, and high screen quality, all while being lightweight and having enough battery life for all-day use without frequent charging, making it ideal for users who prioritize portability and battery life alongside reliable performance for a wide range of tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE67Hx, with its more powerful CPU and larger RAM capacity, excels in demanding applications and multitasking, which along with its superior screen makes it suitable for intensive tasks, though this comes at the cost of reduced portability and shorter battery life.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.3/10
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
OLED
The MSI Raider GE67Hx and Lenovo ThinkPad X13 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
8.1/10
7.9/10
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 X13 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx 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
8.5/10
8.5/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 and MSI Raider GE67Hx 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 X13 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx compare to other laptops
"The Lenovo ThinkPad X13 G4 has very good input devices, a wide array of security features and ports as well as 5G in the tested configuration. It is more compact and lightweight compared with its predecessor, and it has improved speakers and a slightly better webcam. On the other hand, the fan is more annoying and the performance is barely improved. The battery is worse as well, but this is primarily attributable to the OLED screen - if this aspect is important, buyers should choose the IPS Low Power LCD."
"If you've wanted to dip your toes into PC gaming but can't let go of your console roots, the MSI Raider GE67 HX stakes out an attractive middle ground between the speed and versatility of PC gaming and the comfort and ease of a console. If you can overlook its noisy fans and chintzy touchpad, the Raider provides a powerhouse entertainment experience with an OLED screen that tops most household TVs. It's not cheap, but this gaming machine is more than the sum of its parts."
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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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