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Updated January 12, 2024·
The MSI Raider GE67Hx offers top-end performance, perfect for intensive engineering tasks, 3D work, machine learning, and gaming, with a high-quality display and a robust graphics card. However, this comes at a higher price and with less portability due to its weight. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14", on the other hand, is far more affordable and light, making it easy to carry around. It's suitable for general use like web browsing and document editing but doesn't match the MSI in performance for more demanding applications. Its lower-tier processor and graphics make it unsuitable for heavy tasks. So if performance for demanding tasks and high visual quality are key, and the higher cost is justifiable, go for the MSI. If you prioritize portability and are looking to perform basic tasks without spending much, the Packard Bell is a suitable choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Raider GE67Hx
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14"
- Very good portability
- Good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.0
5.7
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
344.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.1/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good for general use, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Gaming and AI
8.7
5.5
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good for gaming and AI, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
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
8.9
5.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good for engineering and design, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" is poor.
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is well-suited for engineering and design, supporting high-demand tasks with a powerful CPU, ample RAM, a high-end GPU, and a high-resolution OLED screen. Conversely, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" falls short for such tasks due to a modest CPU, limited RAM, basic integrated graphics, and a lower-quality IPS screen.
Content Creation
8.3
5.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good for content creation, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" 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
7.9
5.9
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
3.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
4.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
4.6/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is good for software development, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" 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
9.1
5.8
15.6in
SIZE
14.1in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
344.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
200.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has a better screen than the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Raider GE67Hx boasts a vibrant and sharp display with high resolution and brightness levels, making it ideal for everyday tasks, whereas its color gamut coverage meets the demands of engineering and design professionals requiring accurate color representation. However, its lower refresh rate limits its appeal for gamers and those engaged in 3D work, where fluid visuals are crucial. In contrast, the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" falls short across all uses due to lower resolution, brightness, and subpar color accuracy, which is noticeable during general activities and becomes a significant limitation for professional design and gaming applications.
Battery
5.5 Hours
7.0 Hours
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14 has 7 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
Fair
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.1in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
2.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
5.1
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has very good build quality, while the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,349
$350
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has a price of $2,349 and the Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" costs $350.
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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Raider GE67Hx | Packard Bell Cloudbook 14" |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,349 | $350 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | January 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | 14.8'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.25 lbs | 2.7 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 14.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.51" | 9.56" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12800HX | Intel Celeron N4020 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 4 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 128 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 7 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 38 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14.1" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 344 nits | 200 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 8.1/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.3/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 4.6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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Francisco Lahoz | October 2022
"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 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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