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Updated January 12, 2024·
If you're on a budget and mainly use your laptop for basic tasks, the Maypug 15" Laptop will save you money and may suffice for your needs. However, if you need a laptop for high-performance tasks like gaming, 3D modeling, or machine learning, the MSI Raider GE78, despite being more expensive, delivers significantly better performance and has higher-quality features, such as a more powerful processor, superior graphics, and a much higher resolution and refresh rate screen. It is also worth noting that the MSI has a larger screen, but it's heavier, making the Maypug more portable. Additionally, the higher specs of the MSI can lead to shorter battery life compared to simpler laptops. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE78
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Best in class for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
8.7
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is very good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop is equipped with a low-end processor and minimal RAM, subpar for multitasking or heavy applications, and its low-resolution screen is less ideal for modern standards, which makes it less suitable for general use. The MSI Raider GE78 offers high-end CPU and ample RAM, contributing to robust general performance, and it features a superior screen for sharper images and videos, but this comes with a tradeoff in terms of lower portability and shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
5.6
9.5
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a basic Intel Celeron processor with built-in graphics and a screen refresh rate of 60Hz, making it insufficient for gaming and 3D applications that demand higher graphics and faster performance. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE78 comes with a high-end Intel i9 processor and a powerful Nvidia RTX 4090 graphics card, alongside a higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz, providing the advanced processing and smooth visuals crucial for gaming and 3D experiences.
Engineering and Design
5.6
9.4
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE78 is excellent for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The MSI Raider GE78 is excellent for engineering and design use because it features a top-of-the-line processor, ample RAM for intensive tasks, a high-end GPU for tasks requiring advanced graphics processing, and a high-quality screen with excellent resolution and color accuracy. In comparison, the Maypug 15" Laptop is equipped with a basic processor, limited RAM, an integrated GPU that is less suitable for demanding graphical tasks, and an entry-level screen that lacks the quality needed for precision engineering and design work.
Content Creation
5.9
8.8
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE78 is very good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.9
8.5
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is very good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
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
5.7
8.6
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE78 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Maypug 15" laptop has a display that suffers in clarity and vibrance, affecting the experience across all tasks due to a lower resolution and dimmer screen making it less appealing for both general and specialized use. By contrast, the MSI Raider GE78 boasts a higher resolution and brighter screen, providing crisp visuals and a wider color range that professionals in engineering and design would benefit from, ensuring accurate color work. However, despite its high-quality display, the MSI's lower refresh rate could lead to less smooth graphics in gaming and 3D applications, where fast screen updates are crucial for an immersive experience.
Portability
Good
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
6.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability, while the MSI Raider GE78 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
8.5
The MSI Raider GE78 has very good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$600
$4,386
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a price of $600 and the MSI Raider GE78 costs $4,386.
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Battery
7.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE78 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.
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How the Maypug 15" Laptop and the MSI Raider GE78 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Maypug 15" Laptop | MSI Raider GE78 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $4,386 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | 15'' x 11.7'' x 1.13'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.6 lbs | 6.83 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.97" | 14.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 11.73" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N5095 | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 29.6 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 384 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Allen Ngo | March 2023
"Performance-wise, the GE78 offers a significant boost over the GE77 for just slightly higher power consumption. You'll have to get the RTX 4080 or 4090 configurations to see the performance advantages, however, as the RTX 4070 is closer in performance to the older RTX 3080 Ti. In terms of design, some users might prefer the 16:9 minimalistic look of the older GE77 over the 16:10 retro-inspired GE78 and vice versa. We wouldn't call one better than the other in terms of aesthetics, but we'll give the edge to the GE78 for its stronger hinges and larger keys and clickpad."
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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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