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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI GE66 Raider is often somewhat less expensive and has a smaller 15.6-inch screen, making it more portable than the MSI Titan GT77, which has a larger 17.3-inch display. The Titan has double the storage and RAM of the Raider, and a more advanced main processor and GPU, providing better performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering tasks. However, the Raider still performs very well for general use and gaming. Both have similar battery capacity but due to high performance, the battery life may be limited. The Titan’s bigger screen and higher screen resolution come at the cost of a heavier build, less portability, and a pricier tag. If top-level performance is a priority and you're okay with a heavier and larger laptop, the Titan GT77 is the way to go; if you prefer a balance between cost, performance, and portability, the GE66 Raider should be your choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GE66 Raider
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Titan GT77
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Best in class for gaming and AI
- Excellent for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Best in class overall display quality
- Very good speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
8.4
8.9
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
347.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Titan GT77 and MSI GE66 Raider are both very good for general use, though the MSI Titan GT77 is somewhat better.
The MSI GE66 Raider offers a formidable combination with its top-tier CPU and ample RAM, delivering versatile performance for a range of tasks, complemented by its high-quality screen and reasonable portability, but with moderate battery life.
Gaming and AI
8.6
10.0
9.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the MSI GE66 Raider is very good.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
9.1
10.0
9.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
9.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for engineering and design, while the MSI GE66 Raider is excellent.
The MSI GE66 Raider delivers strong performance for engineering and design, with a high-end CPU, ample RAM, a powerful GPU, and an IPS screen that offers good color coverage and contrast. Meanwhile, the MSI Titan GT77, while less portable due to its larger size and weight, ups the ante with an even more advanced CPU, double the RAM, a superior GPU, and a Mini LED screen with higher brightness and color accuracy, making it the superior choice for those prioritizing top-tier specs over mobility.
Content Creation
8.4
9.1
9.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent for content creation, while the MSI GE66 Raider is very good.
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
8.4
9.1
9.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent for software development, while the MSI GE66 Raider is very 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
8.2
9.7
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
347.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
The MSI Titan GT77 has a better screen than the MSI GE66 Raider for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The GE66 Raider's high resolution and brightness make it excellent for general use, and its wide color gamuts support precision in engineering and design tasks, but it falls short in 3D gaming due to a lower refresh rate. The Titan GT77, with its superior panel quality and exceptional color accuracy, excels for both general tasks and professional applications like engineering and design, but also lacks a high refresh rate, which is crucial for smooth performance in fast-paced 3D games. Customers focused on work may find either laptop suitable, while avid gamers could prefer options with higher refresh rates for better gaming experiences.
Portability
Fair
Poor
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
7.2 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI GE66 Raider has only fair portability, while the MSI Titan GT77 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$3,199
$6,975
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI GE66 Raider has a price of $3,199 and the MSI Titan GT77 costs $6,975.
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Key similarities
Battery
6.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The MSI GE66 Raider has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan GT77 has 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The MSI GE66 Raider and MSI Titan GT77 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 MSI GE66 Raider and the MSI Titan GT77 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI GE66 Raider | MSI Titan GT77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,199 | $6,975 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | 15.6'' x 13'' x 0.91'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.25 lbs | 7.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.51" | 12.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-12900HK | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 347 nits | 602 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 5.6/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.3/10 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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MSI GE66 Raider
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Patrick Schüdzig | June 2022
"The MSI Raider GE66 12UHS notebook passes with flying colors. The GE66 is a high-end notebook with strong performance. The keyboard and trackpad are still very good and score well with precise inputs as well as high build quality. Thanks to a new liquid metal cooling solution, the Intel Core i9 12900HK brings a performance increase of around 50 percent over the predecessor's Intel Core i9 10980HK. The installed graphics card in our device delivers up to 30 percent higher frame rates than the RTX 2070 Super in the MSI GE66 10SFS."
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Andreas Osthoff | February 2023
"The MSI Titan GT77 HX 13V is the utimate gaming laptop with RTX 4090 & Core i9-13950HX. The new MSI Titan GT77 will most likely only reach a very small group of users due to the high price, but it is still an impressive showcase of what is possible. The high-end gamer combines the best components you can currently get in almost every regard and it is a very good overall package, which does not have to hide behind full-fledged desktop systems."
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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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