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Updated January 10, 2024·
If performance is your priority, especially for tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, or intensive gaming, the MSI Raider GE78 is the more powerful option with a robust processor and graphics card, but it is heavier and more expensive, making it less portable. Conversely, the XPG Xenia 14 offers great value for everyday use or if portability and battery life are important, plus it is significantly lighter and cheaper, but it doesn't match the MSI's performance for demanding tasks. The choice depends on whether the priority is high performance or portability and cost-efficiency. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Raider GE78
- Very good for general use
- Excellent for engineering and design
- Best in class for gaming and AI
- Very good for software development
- Very good for content creation
- Very good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
- Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
Key differences
General Use
8.7
7.3
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
384.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
5.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is very good for general use, while the XPG Xenia 14 is good.
The MSI Raider GE78 stands out in general use primarily due to its superior CPU and RAM, which significantly enhance performance, alongside a better screen quality, but it is less portable and offers shorter battery life compared to the XPG Xenia 14. The XPG Xenia 14, while having more modest performance capabilities because of its CPU and less RAM, delivers longer battery life and easier portability due to its lighter weight and smaller size.
Gaming and AI
9.5
6.1
9.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is best in class for gaming and AI, while the XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The MSI Raider GE78 is better for gaming and 3D tasks because it comes equipped with a powerful Nvidia GPU and a high screen refresh rate, both of which are crucial for smooth visuals and rendering complex scenes. Whereas, the XPG Xenia 14, with a less capable integrated Intel GPU and a lower screen refresh rate, offers fair performance that may suit less demanding games, but falls short for high-end 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
9.4
6.8
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
9.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE78 is excellent for engineering and design, while the XPG Xenia 14 is only fair.
The MSI Raider GE78 outshines the XPG Xenia 14 in engineering and design use due to its significantly more powerful CPU and GPU, greater RAM capacity, and higher-quality display which are very important for such tasks; however, its portability is lower and it's heavier, making the lighter XPG Xenia 14 with its decent performance a more travel-friendly option. While the Raider GE78 offers a top-notch keyboard and minimal operating noise, these aspects are somewhat less critical compared to its leading engineering performance.
Content Creation
8.8
7.4
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Raider GE78 is very good for content creation, while the XPG Xenia 14 is 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.
Software Development
8.5
7.2
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
32.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
9.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Raider GE78 is very good for software development, while the XPG Xenia 14 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
6.9
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
240Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
384.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE78 has a better screen than the XPG Xenia 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Raider GE78 likely has a high-resolution display with excellent brightness and color accuracy, making it great for general use and engineering applications that rely on precise colors; however, it may have a lower refresh rate, which is less ideal for gaming and 3D work that requires smoother motion. The XPG Xenia 14 also probably offers a good balance of resolution and color reproduction, suiting general tasks and design work, but like the MSI, it might fall short for gaming and 3D due to a less-than-optimal refresh rate. Screen quality for gaming and 3D is critical, and without high refresh rates, even laptops with good resolution and color accuracy won't provide the best experience for these specific, fast-paced visual demands.
Battery
6.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The MSI Raider GE78 has 6 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 has 10 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
Excellent
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
6.8 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
1.1in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 has excellent portability, while the MSI Raider GE78 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.2
The MSI Raider GE78 has very good build quality, while the XPG Xenia 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$4,386
$800
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The MSI Raider GE78 has a price of $4,386 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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How the MSI Raider GE78 and the XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Raider GE78 | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$4,386 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15'' x 11.7'' x 1.13'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 6.83 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.97" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.73" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-13980HX | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 32 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 2 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 2048 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 17.3" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 240Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 384 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.6/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 3 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 4 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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MSI Raider GE78
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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."
XPG Xenia 14
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Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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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