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Updated March 21, 2024·
When choosing between the MSI Creator M14 and the MSI Raider GE78, consider that the Raider GE78 generally offers superior performance and is tailored for high-end gaming or resource-intensive tasks; however, it's more expensive and less portable. If your priority is graphic design, video editing, or gaming, it may justify the higher cost. In contrast, the Creator M14 is more budget-friendly, lighter, and more suitable for everyday use or moderate creative work, but won't handle demanding applications as smoothly as the GE78. Your decision should align with your main activities and whether you prioritize power over affordability and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
- Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE78
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Best in class for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good battery life
- Best in class speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.0
8.7
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
350.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
4.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for general use, though the MSI Raider GE78 is somewhat better.
The MSI Creator M14 offers a balance of portability and screen quality, with sufficient CPU and RAM for everyday tasks, while the MSI Raider GE78 provides high performance for demanding applications but is less portable and has shorter battery life. Both laptops have adequate storage, pleasant keyboard and speaker quality, but the Raider may produce more operating noise and heat under load due to its more powerful components.
Gaming and AI
7.3
9.5
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator M14 is good.
The MSI Raider GE78 boasts a more powerful GPU and a higher screen refresh rate, providing smoother visuals and better performance for demanding games and 3D applications, compared to the MSI Creator M14. While both laptops have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the Raider's superior graphics hardware makes it the preferred choice for top-tier gaming and 3D work.
Engineering and Design
8.4
9.4
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
6.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE78 is excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Creator M14 is very good.
The MSI Creator M14, with its powerful CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen, handles engineering and design tasks efficiently, but the MSI Raider GE78 stands out with a superior GPU and even better screen quality for the most demanding applications. While both have capable keyboards and speakers, the Raider's larger size and potential for more noise when running strenuous tasks may impact portability and use in noise-sensitive environments.
Content Creation
8.0
8.8
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE78 and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for content creation, though the MSI Raider GE78 is somewhat better.
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
7.8
8.5
8.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is very good for software development, while the MSI Creator M14 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.
Screen Quality
7.5
8.6
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
350.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE78 has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the MSI Creator M14 offers a display with clear visuals and good brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks and media consumption, but it may lack the enhanced refresh rates or specialized features a gamer might look for. The MSI Raider GE78 takes general use to the next level with a higher resolution and brightness that deliver vivid images and sharp text, enhancing the experience whether you're browsing the web or working on documents. However, for gaming and 3D, both models fall short as they do not prioritize high refresh rates necessary for smooth motion and fast-paced action, which are critical in immersive and competitive gaming environments.
Battery
4.5 Hours
6.0 Hours
The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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.
Portability
Good
Poor
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.5 lbs
WEIGHT
6.8 lbs
0.8in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The MSI Creator M14 has good portability, while the MSI Raider GE78 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8
8.5
The MSI Raider GE78 has very good build quality, while the MSI Creator M14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,500
$4,386
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI Creator M14 has a price of $1,500 and the MSI Raider GE78 costs $4,386.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Creator M14 | MSI Raider GE78 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,500 | $4,386 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | March 1, 2024 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.4'' x 9.2'' x 0.88'' | 15'' x 11.7'' x 1.13'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.53 lbs | 6.83 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.39" | 14.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.19" | 11.73" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-13620H | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4.5 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 2560 x 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 350 nits | 384 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.8/10 | 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 | 7.8/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 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 | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 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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