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Updated January 12, 2024·
The MSI Raider GE78 offers a balance of cost and performance, being less expensive while still capable of handling demanding tasks with its powerful processor and top-end graphics card. However, those looking for superior display quality and can afford a higher price may prefer the MSI Titan GT77, which boasts a higher resolution screen and more memory, which can be particularly beneficial for memory-intensive tasks. Note that both come with large screens and substantial weight, which can limit portability, so consider your need for mobility versus these laptops' desktop-like power. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Raider GE78
- Good battery life
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Titan GT77
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Excellent for software development
- Excellent for content creation
- Best in class overall display quality
Key differences
Gaming and AI
9.5
10.0
9.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.7/10
The MSI Titan GT77 and MSI Raider GE78 are both best in class for gaming and AI, though the MSI Titan GT77 is somewhat better.
The MSI Raider GE78, with its higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz and a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4090 GPU, provides smoother gameplay and potentially better performance for gaming and 3D applications than the MSI Titan GT77, which offers a 144Hz refresh rate and a Nvidia RTX 4080 GPU. The Titan GT77, however, may offer slightly better screen quality due to its Mini LED display compared to the Raider GE78's IPS display, providing deeper blacks and higher contrast, which can enhance visual experience in games and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
9.4
10.0
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
9.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.8/10
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
The MSI Titan GT77 is best in class for engineering and design, while the MSI Raider GE78 is excellent.
The MSI Raider GE78 offers a robust combination of CPU, RAM, GPU, and high-quality screen, essential for demanding tasks like engineering simulations and design software, but the MSI Titan GT77 surpasses it with even more powerful components and superior display, making it the top choice for the most intensive engineering and graphics work. However, being more powerful, the Titan GT77 is also bulkier and less portable than the Raider GE78, which may also be louder during heavy use, but these aspects are secondary compared to the sheer performance for professional applications.
Software Development
8.5
9.1
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan GT77 is excellent for software development, while the MSI Raider GE78 is very 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
9.7
17.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
The MSI Titan GT77 has a better screen than the MSI Raider GE78 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, where factors like panel type, resolution, and brightness are essential, the MSI Titan GT77's display offers superior sharpness and clarity, making it ideal for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. For engineering and design, the Titan GT77 stands out due to its exceptional color accuracy and broader color gamuts, crucial for professional photo editing and CAD work. However, both the Raider GE78 and Titan GT77 fall short for gaming and 3D modeling because they lack the high refresh rates needed for smooth visuals and fast-paced action.
Cost
$4,386
$6,975
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI Raider GE78 has a price of $4,386 and the MSI Titan GT77 costs $6,975.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.7
8.9
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
384.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
602.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
5.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.5/10
The MSI Titan GT77 and MSI Raider GE78 are both very good for general use.
The MSI Raider GE78, equipped with a high-end CPU, ample RAM, and a quality IPS screen, offers solid performance and vibrant displays for general use but has a limited battery life and low portability. In contrast, the MSI Titan GT77 also has a high-grade CPU and double the RAM, with a superior Mini LED screen that provides exceptional color and contrast, yet it suffers from even lower battery life and portability.
Content Creation
8.8
9.1
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
32.0 GB
RAM
64.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Titan GT77 to be excellent for content creation, while the MSI Raider GE78 is very good.
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
6.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The MSI Raider GE78 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Titan GT77 has 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
6.8 lbs
WEIGHT
7.2 lbs
1.1in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The MSI Titan GT77 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 GE78 and MSI Titan GT77 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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Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Raider GE78 | MSI Titan GT77 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$4,386 | $6,975 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15'' x 11.7'' x 1.13'' | 15.6'' x 13'' x 0.91'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.83 lbs | 7.28 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.97" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.73" | 12.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | Intel i9-13980HX | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 4 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 2048 GB | 2048 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 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 | Mini LED | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 384 nits | 602 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.6/10 | 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 | 6.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 10/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
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 | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 4 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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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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Andreas Osthoff | February 2023
"The MSI Titan GT77 HX 13V is the utimate gaming laptop with RTX 4090 & Core i9-13950HX. The new MSI Titan GT77 will most likely only reach a very small group of users due to the high price, but it is still an impressive showcase of what is possible. The high-end gamer combines the best components you can currently get in almost every regard and it is a very good overall package, which does not have to hide behind full-fledged desktop systems."
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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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