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Updated January 10, 2024·
Both the MSI Raider GE76 and GE78 are premium laptops priced similarly; however, the GE78 offers more storage, a more powerful main processor, and a better GPU. The GE78's battery, screen size, type, and maximum refresh rate are similar to the GE76, yet it provides a slightly higher resolution and a better screen aspect ratio. The GE78 is slightly heavier and comes with Windows 11 Pro, whereas the GE76 contains Windows 11 Home. If you need top-tier performance for demanding tasks such as 3D rendering or machine learning, the GE78 is a better option, though it is less portable and has a heavier power brick. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Raider GE76
- The MSI Raider GE76 has no clear advantages over the MSI Raider GE78.
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE78
- Best in class for gaming and AI
- Best in class speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
8.9
9.5
9.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
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 GE78 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the MSI Raider GE76 is very good.
The MSI Raider GE76 is excellent for gaming and 3D due to its strong Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti graphics card and a high screen refresh rate, essential for smooth gaming visuals. In comparison, the MSI Raider GE78 is considered the best as it has an even more powerful Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU, which means better performance in the most demanding games and 3D applications.
Screen Quality
8.6
8.6
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE78 has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE76 for content creation, and software development.
When selecting a laptop for general use, prioritize screen aspects like resolution and brightness, which determine clarity and visibility; laptops with dull or lower resolution displays might be less enjoyable for daily tasks like web browsing or document editing. For engineering and design, a wide color gamut ensures accuracy in color-critical tasks; therefore, a display lacking in Adobe RGB or DCI-P3 coverage might result in less precise color representation. Regarding 3D applications and gaming, a high refresh rate is crucial for smooth motion, so a laptop with a lower refresh rate will provide less fluid visuals, which could be detrimental when precision and responsiveness are key.
Cost
$3,552
$4,386
$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 GE78 costs $4,386.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.7
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
384.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
384.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 and MSI Raider GE76 are both very good for general use.
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Raider GE78 are both excellent for general use, boasting powerful CPUs and ample RAM which ensure speedy performance for a variety of tasks; they also have high-quality screens that enhance the viewing experience. However, their portability and battery life are compromised due to their larger size and focus on performance, while their robust storage options, comfortable keyboards, clear speakers, and adequate heat management and operating noise contribute positively to their versatility.
Engineering and Design
9.0
9.4
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
9.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE78 and MSI Raider GE76 are both excellent for engineering and design.
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Raider GE78 are excellent for engineering and design due to their high-performance CPUs, significant RAM, and powerful GPUs. Both have quality IPS screens with high resolutions and color accuracy; however, the GE78's slightly higher screen resolution and newer CPU may advantage it in the most demanding tasks, while both are comparably heavy and not optimal for frequent travel.
Content Creation
8.4
8.8
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE78 and MSI Raider GE76 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
8.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.5/10
The MSI Raider GE78 and MSI Raider GE76 are both very good for software development.
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 Raider GE76 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE78 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.
Portability
Poor
Poor
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
6.3 lbs
WEIGHT
6.8 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
1.1in
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Raider GE78 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 GE78 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 GE78 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Raider GE76 | MSI Raider GE78 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,552 | $4,386 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | 15'' x 11.7'' x 1.13'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.39 lbs | 6.83 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.63" | 14.97" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.18" | 11.73" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 6 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 1600 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 240Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 384 nits | 384 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.9/10 | 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 | 6.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 9.5/10 | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 4 | |
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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Allen Ngo | March 2023
"Performance-wise, the GE78 offers a significant boost over the GE77 for just slightly higher power consumption. You'll have to get the RTX 4080 or 4090 configurations to see the performance advantages, however, as the RTX 4070 is closer in performance to the older RTX 3080 Ti. In terms of design, some users might prefer the 16:9 minimalistic look of the older GE77 over the 16:10 retro-inspired GE78 and vice versa. We wouldn't call one better than the other in terms of aesthetics, but we'll give the edge to the GE78 for its stronger hinges and larger keys and clickpad."
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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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