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Updated January 10, 2024·
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is less expensive than the Razer Blade 17, and both have similar storage capacity and no touchscreen. The MSI has a 15.6-inch OLED display with a higher refresh rate for smoother motion, which may be beneficial for gaming and fast-paced visual tasks. In contrast, the Razer has a larger 17.3-inch IPS display with higher resolution for crisper images, which is great for detailed work and entertainment, but is less portable due to its size and weight. The Razer also includes double the RAM of the MSI for more demanding multitasking and computational tasks. The Razer sports a slightly more powerful GPU and a more powerful main processor than the MSI, which will provide better performance in 3D rendering, machine learning, and engineering applications. Both laptops have a comparable battery life. However, the MSI is lighter making it more portable, whereas the Razer has a sturdier build quality but carries additional weight. In terms of build quality, heat management, and general performance, both are comparable, with the Razer slightly leading in 3D and machine learning tasks. If budget is a concern and you require a balance between performance and portability, the MSI is a good option. Meanwhile, if performance, specifically for CPU- and RAM-intensive tasks, and a larger, higher-resolution screen are priorities, the Razer Blade 17 is the superior choice, assuming you're fine with a less portable and more expensive laptop. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Raider GE67Hx
- Excellent overall display quality
Advantages of the Razer Blade 17
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Excellent speakers
Key differences
Software Development
7.9
8.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The Razer Blade 17 is very good for software development, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx 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
9.1
8.6
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
344.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has a better screen than the Razer Blade 17 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the Razer Blade 17 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
The MSI Raider GE67Hx boasts superior screen resolution and brightness, enhancing visual clarity and detail for both everyday tasks and professional engineering applications, along with a wider color gamut necessary for color-sensitive work. Meanwhile, the Razer Blade 17 offers similar advantages in display quality for general use and design tasks with its high resolution and color accuracy, though it may not be as bright. However, for gaming and 3D graphics, both laptops fall short due to lower refresh rates which are crucial for smooth motion rendering and a more immersive experience.
Cost
$2,349
$4,300
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has a price of $2,349 and the Razer Blade 17 costs $4,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.0
8.5
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
344.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
5.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
6.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The Razer Blade 17 and MSI Raider GE67Hx are both very good for general use.
The Razer Blade 17 outshines the MSI Raider GE67Hx for general use mainly because it has a more powerful CPU and double the RAM, contributing to smoother multitasking and overall performance. Additionally, the Razer Blade 17 boasts a higher resolution and brighter IPS display which enhances visual clarity and color accuracy, but its larger screen and slightly heavier build make it less portable than the MSI Raider GE67Hx.
Gaming and AI
8.7
8.6
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx and Razer Blade 17 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The MSI Raider GE67Hx boasts a very high screen refresh rate crucial for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, coupled with a strong GPU, the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 17, while having a slightly lower refresh rate, features a more powerful GPU with the Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti and a higher resolution screen, enhancing both the gaming experience and graphical detail in 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
8.9
9.1
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
8.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Razer Blade 17 to be excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
8.3
8.5
9.6/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Razer Blade 17 and MSI Raider GE67Hx 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.
Battery
5.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has 5.5 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 17 has 5.5 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.
Portability
Fair
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
17.3in
5.2 lbs
WEIGHT
6.0 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Raider GE67Hx and Razer Blade 17 both have only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The MSI Raider GE67Hx and Razer Blade 17 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 Raider GE67Hx and the Razer Blade 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Raider GE67Hx | Razer Blade 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$2,349 | $4,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.5'' x 0.92'' | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 5.25 lbs | 6.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.09" | 15.55" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 10.51" | 10.24" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12800HX | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 5.5 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 344 nits | 486 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 6.9/10 | 6.8/10 | |
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 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
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 | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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MSI Raider GE67Hx
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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."
Razer Blade 17
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Sascha Mölck | July 2022
"Our test configuration of the Blade 17 targets gamers and creative professionals. A Core i9-12900H processor, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (175 watts TGP after the BIOS update, 16 GB of VRAM), and 32 GB of working memory equip the laptop for video processing, rending, and 4k gaming at the highest level. In addition, a fast PCIe-4 SSD (1 TB) ensures short load and storage times. With the Blade 17 (Early 2022), Razer delivers a successful and powerful work device for creative professionals. But this also has its price."
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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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