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Updated March 21, 2024·
When choosing between the MSI Raider GE76 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, the Raider typically offers higher performance suitable for gaming and demanding tasks but is bulkier and has less battery life, making it less ideal for travel. Conversely, the Stealth is usually more compact and has better battery life, which is good for portability, though it may not handle intensive tasks as well as the Raider. If top performance for gaming or heavy applications is a priority and the higher cost is acceptable, the Raider is the better choice; otherwise, for regular use with easier transport, the Stealth may suffice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Raider GE76
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
- Very good speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.6
8.4
17.3in
SIZE
18.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE76 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio for gaming and AI.
For general use, the MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio both offer crisp visuals and bright displays, making text and images clear and easy on the eyes. Their strong performance in engineering and design tasks is due to their wide color coverage, ensuring accurate color representation needed for detailed work. However, their lower refresh rates may not meet the demands of gamers or professionals working with 3D graphics, who typically prefer smoother visual experiences with minimal motion blur.
Cost
$3,552
$2,900
$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 Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.4
8.4
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
384.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
5.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio are both very good for general use.
The MSI Raider GE76 offers robust CPU and ample RAM ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient performance for general use, with a high-quality screen enhancing the visual experience, but it trades off portability and battery life due to its gaming-oriented design. The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio also boasts a powerful CPU and plenty of RAM, favoring prolonged productivity with a balance of decent portability and battery life, and while it has a premium screen, it may come at a higher cost.
Gaming and AI
8.9
8.9
9.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
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
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and MSI Raider GE76 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The MSI Raider GE76 offers a high-end GPU and an extremely fast refresh rate, making it ideal for smooth and immersive gaming and 3D experiences, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio also includes a strong GPU and a quality screen, but is designed with a slimmer form factor for easier portability without significantly compromising on visual performance. Although both laptops have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the Raider GE76 emphasizes peak graphical performance for gaming with its superior refresh rate, whereas the Stealth prioritizes a balance between performance and mobility.
Engineering and Design
9.0
9.1
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
9.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio and MSI Raider GE76 are both excellent for engineering and design.
The MSI Raider GE76 is praised for its powerful CPU and GPU which excel in demanding engineering software, while ample RAM and high-quality screen enhance efficiency in design tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, while still offering high performance components, focuses on a slimmer design for better portability, with a tradeoff of slightly higher operating noise, yet maintains a high-quality keyboard and speakers, making it versatile for on-the-go professionals.
Content Creation
8.4
8.5
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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
8.2
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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 Stealth 18 AI Studio 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
Fair
17.3in
SIZE
18.0in
6.3 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
1.0in
THICKNESS
0.9in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio to have only fair portability, while the MSI Raider GE76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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 Stealth 18 AI Studio compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Raider GE76 | MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$3,552 | $2,900 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | March 1, 2024 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | 15.8'' x 11.4'' x 0.94'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.39 lbs | 6.15 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.63" | 15.75" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.18" | 11.4" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-12700H | Intel Core Ultra 9 185H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 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 | 6 Hours | 6 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 99.9 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 18" | |
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 | 305 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.9/10 | 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 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
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 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
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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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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