The MSI GE66 Raider offers high-end specs, ideal for intensive tasks like 3D rendering and machine learning, but is more expensive and less portable than the Razer Blade 14. The Razer Blade, while more affordable and portable, might not match the MSI in performance for demanding tasks due to less RAM and a less powerful GPU. Both are suitable for gaming; the Razer has a higher refresh rate, which is great for fast-paced games. The Razer also has longer battery life, making it more suitable for on-the-go use. Consider whether performance or portability and cost are your priority when choosing between the two. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI GE66 Raider
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Advantages of the Razer Blade 14 (2023)
Very good portability
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.2/10
8.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
347.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
560.0 nits
The MSI GE66 Raider has a better screen than the Razer Blade 14 for software development, and content creation, while the Razer Blade 14 has a better screen for general use, and gaming and AI.
If you prioritize vibrant and sharp visuals for tasks like document editing and browsing, both the MSI GE66 Raider and the Razer Blade 14 are solid options, thanks to their high-resolution displays with good brightness and panel quality. For engineering and design tasks that require accurate color representation, both laptops offer displays with wide color gamuts, covering the DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB spectrums well, ensuring that the colors you see on-screen are true to life. However, for fast-paced gaming or working with 3D applications, you may find the lower refresh rates on these laptops less optimal, leading to less smooth motion and responsiveness compared to models with higher refresh rates.
Portability
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Razer Blade 14 (2023) has very good portability, while the MSI GE66 Raider has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$3,199
$2,400
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI GE66 Raider has a price of $3,199 and the Razer Blade 14 (2023) costs $2,400.
The MSI GE66 Raider and Razer Blade 14 (2023) are both very good for general use.
The MSI GE66 Raider, with its high-end CPU and ample RAM, delivers excellent performance for demanding tasks and multitasking, while its high-resolution IPS screen provides vibrant visuals, but this comes with a heavier build affecting its portability and a moderate battery life. Meanwhile, the Razer Blade 14 (2023) offers a balance with strong CPU performance and sufficient RAM for general use, a bright IPS display with good color coverage, in a more portable form factor and with longer battery life, making it a versatile choice for users on the go.
Gaming and AI
8.6/10
8.4/10
9.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI GE66 Raider and Razer Blade 14 (2023) are both very good for gaming and AI.
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
8.7/10
9.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
9.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.5/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GE66 Raider to be excellent for engineering and design, while the Razer Blade 14 (2023) is very good.
The MSI GE66 Raider is equipped with a more powerful Intel i9 processor and top-tier Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti graphics, as well as a higher RAM capacity, making it excellent for demanding engineering and design tasks. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 14 (2023) offers a high-quality portable design and top-notch keyboard, but has a less powerful AMD Ryzen processor and Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, making it very good for engineering and design applications where portability is also a consideration.
Content Creation
8.4/10
8.2/10
9.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI GE66 Raider and Razer Blade 14 (2023) 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
8.4/10
7.9/10
9.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3840 x 2160
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GE66 Raider to be very good for software development, while the Razer Blade 14 (2023) 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.
Battery
6.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The MSI GE66 Raider has 6 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 14 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.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.5/10
The MSI GE66 Raider and Razer Blade 14 (2023) 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 Razer Blade 14 (2023) compare to other laptops
"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."
"After making a huge splash with the original 2021 model, it's expected that the 2022 refresh would be more of a minor update to an already impressive machine. It adds a higher resolution webcam (720p to 1080p), faster CPU (Ryzen 9 5900HX to Ryzen 9 6900HX), faster GPU (RTX 3070/3080 to 3070/3080 Ti), faster RAM (DDR4-3200 to DDR5-4800), faster M.2 SSD support (PCIe3 x4 to PCIe4 x4), newer WLAN module (Killer AX1690i to Qualcomm WCN685x), and a MUX switch for the new integrated Radeon 680M GPU. It's indubitably an upgrade especially in terms of single-thread processor performance."
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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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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