The MSI Raider GE76, being at a higher price point, offers better graphics with its Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti GPU and has a higher resolution display, making it suitable for intensive gaming or 3D/machine learning tasks. The Raider also has a larger battery, which may result in better battery life, but both laptops have similar portability due to their comparable size and weight. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Raider GE76
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good overall display quality
Good battery life
Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
The MSI Vector GP76 has no clear advantages over the MSI Raider GE76.
Key differences
Software Development
8.2/10
7.6/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Raider GE76 is very good for software development, while the MSI Vector GP76 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
8.6/10
7.9/10
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE76 has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
For general use, the MSI Raider GE76's display offers a sharper image and more vivid colors due to better resolution and panel technology, ensuring a more vibrant and detailed viewing experience. In engineering and design tasks, this laptop’s display covers a wider range of colors, which is crucial for accuracy in visual work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where the fluidity of motion is key, its lower refresh rate makes it less smooth compared to models with faster screens, affecting the overall gaming and 3D-rendering experience.
Battery
6.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The MSI Raider GE76 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 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.
Cost
$3,552
$1,760
$500
$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 Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Vector GP76 are both very good for general use.
The MSI Raider GE76 is built with high-quality components including a strong CPU and ample RAM, complemented by a high-resolution screen that displays vibrant colors and crisp details, making it excellent for general use; however, its larger battery can make it less portable and it provides less battery life compared to other laptops.
Gaming and AI
8.9/10
8.4/10
9.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
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 Vector GP76 are both very good for gaming and AI.
The MSI Raider GE76 is excellent for gaming and 3D due to its higher-end GPU (Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti) and a screen with a high refresh rate (240 Hz), providing smoother graphics and gameplay. The MSI Vector GP76, while still very good for gaming and 3D, has a slightly less powerful GPU (Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti) and a lower screen refresh rate (360 Hz) which, despite being higher in number, underserves performance in comparison due to other factors like screen quality and GPU compatibility.
Engineering and Design
9.0/10
8.7/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
9.3/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Raider GE76 to be excellent for engineering and design, while the MSI Vector GP76 is very good.
The MSI Raider GE76 outperforms the MSI Vector GP76 for engineering due to its superior GPU and better screen resolution which enhance high-end design work, while both have equally powerful CPUs and ample RAM for complex tasks. However, the Vector GP76 has a higher refresh rate, which can benefit some engineering applications; neither laptop excels in portability, and both offer good keyboard quality, but the Raider GE76 has an edge in speaker and screen quality.
Content Creation
8.4/10
8.0/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Vector GP76 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.
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 Vector GP76 both have poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
8.0/10
The MSI Raider GE76 and MSI Vector GP76 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 Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
"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."
"The MSI Vector GP76 12UGS is a gaming laptop on speed. The advantages are clear: The Vector GP76 is a real gamer with its 360 Hz display and super-fast response times. In addition, the Core i7-12700H has double the power of the CPU in its predecessor and another highlight is the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti with a real power consumption of 150 watts. This places the device in the top range of our database. The Vector can also operate rather quietly, offers a full sound range, improved battery runtimes, a key-configurable RGB keyboard, a very stable chassis and good upgrade options. Moreover, the display produces a nice, rich and clear picture."
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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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