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Updated January 10, 2024·
Choosing between the MSI Raider GE76 and the MSI Raider GE77Hx comes down to your preference for performance versus cost-efficiency. The GE76 is a high-end laptop with superior graphics capabilities suitable for intensive gaming and demanding engineering tasks, but it also has a heftier price tag. On the other hand, the GE77Hx is less expensive and still offers robust performance thanks to its advanced processor, making it a compelling option for both general usage and creative work. While both feature similar battery life, screen size, and resolution, the GE76 might pull ahead for those needing the most powerful graphics performance, at the expense of being more costly. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Raider GE76
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Very good for software development
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE77Hx
- The MSI Raider GE77Hx has no clear advantages over the MSI Raider GE76.
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.6
8.4
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE76 has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE77Hx for gaming and AI, and software development.
For general use, both MSI Raider models offer displays with pleasing resolution and brightness, making web browsing, video streaming, and document editing visually comfortable. In engineering and design, the same screens provide wide color coverage essential for accurately rendering designs and viewing detailed technical illustrations. However, their lackluster refresh rates diminish the experience for gaming and 3D applications, where smooth motion and quick screen updates are crucial for immersion and accurate feedback.
Cost
$3,552
$1,999
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI Raider GE76 has a price of $3,552 and the MSI Raider GE77Hx costs $1,999.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.0
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
384.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Raider GE77Hx are both very good for general use.
The MSI Raider GE76 boasts a high-end CPU and GPU, larger RAM, and exceptional screen quality, making multitasking and visually demanding tasks smooth, but it's less portable due to its size and has shorter battery life. In contrast, the MSI Raider GE77Hx also features a robust CPU and a good GPU, sufficient RAM for general use, and a similarly high-quality display, yet it sacrifices a little battery life and offers a lower storage potential for a possibly more up-to-date experience with Windows 11 Pro.
Gaming and AI
8.9
8.7
9.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Raider GE77Hx are both very good for gaming and AI.
The MSI Raider GE76 boasts a superior Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti graphics card and a high refresh rate screen, making it excellent for gaming and 3D tasks where smooth visuals and rapid response are key. In contrast, the Raider GE77Hx features a less powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU but shares the same high refresh rate screen, still making it very good for gaming and 3D applications, though with slightly less graphical prowess.
Engineering and Design
9.0
8.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
9.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Raider GE76 to be excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx 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
8.4
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Raider GE77Hx 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
8.2
7.9
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Raider GE76 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Raider GE77Hx 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
5.5 Hours
The MSI Raider GE76 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE77Hx 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
Poor
Poor
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
6.3 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Raider GE77Hx both have poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Raider GE77Hx 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 GE76 and the MSI Raider GE77Hx compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Raider GE76 | MSI Raider GE77Hx |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,552 | $1,999 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | June 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.39 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.63" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.18" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i7-12800HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 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 | 6 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 384 nits | 350 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.9/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | 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 | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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Florian Glaser | January 2022
"The MSI Raider GE76: with Alder Lake and RTX 3080 Ti to gaming heaven. Yes, MSI could improve some aspects (like the quality of the webcam), but the manufacturer offers a very convincing and balanced overall package. The biggest advantage is definitely the immense performance potential. The combination of Core i9-12900HK, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, 32 GB DDR5 RAM and two NVMe SSDs offers a lot of performance for the next couple of years and plenty of power for 3D applications. Most titles would run smoothly on an external 4K screen no matter the quality preset. We came away impressed with the integrated 360 Hz panel's fast response times and good color accuracy."
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Sascha Mölck | July 2022
"The MSI Raider GE77 offers a lot of power for a lot of money. The main components consist of a Core i9-12900HX CPU, a GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (175 watts TGP, 16 GB VRAM), and 64 GB of RAM, which makes for a high overall performance level. The GeForce GPU in particular scores some of the highest scores we have seen from this chip. Both the CPU and the GPU are able to run at continuously high clock speeds. The relatively high heat and noise emissions match our expectations for this device class. With approximately 5.5 to 6.5 hours, the battery life is good for a powerful 4K laptop."
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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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