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Updated March 21, 2024·
When choosing between the MSI Titan and Razer Blade, consider that the MSI likely offers top-tier performance suited for engineering tasks, 3D rendering, and gaming, but at the expense of being heavier and potentially having shorter battery life, making it less portable. The Razer Blade, while still powerful, emphasizes a balance between performance and portability, possibly offering a sleeker design and longer battery life, which can be beneficial for on-the-go use and general tasks. If price is a concern and you need a machine that's easier to carry around, the Razer Blade may be the more reasonable choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the MSI Titan 18 HX
- Best in class for engineering and design
- Excellent for gaming and AI
- Excellent for content creation
- Excellent overall display quality
- Best in class keyboard
Advantages of the Razer Blade 17
- The Razer Blade 17 has no clear advantages over the MSI Titan 18 HX.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
9.4
8.6
9.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.2/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for gaming and AI, while the Razer Blade 17 is very good.
The MSI Titan 18 HX is equipped with a top-tier GPU and a high screen refresh rate, making it the choice for those seeking the ultimate gaming and 3D performance, despite typically being bulkier and more expensive. The Razer Blade 17, while also providing a strong GPU and high refresh rate, offers a balance of performance and portability, with a sleeker design and often at a lower price point, but may not match the raw power of the MSI for the most demanding tasks.
Engineering and Design
9.9
9.1
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
9.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.2/10
128.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Titan 18 HX is best in class for engineering and design, while the Razer Blade 17 is excellent.
The MSI Titan 18 HX offers a top-tier CPU, abundant RAM, and a powerful GPU, all of which are essential for demanding tasks in engineering and design, and its superior screen quality ensures precise visuals for detailed work; however, it is less portable due to its size and weight. On the other hand, the Razer Blade 17 also provides strong performance with a high-quality CPU, ample RAM, and a robust GPU, alongside a high-resolution screen, but stands out with a more portable design, better keyboard, and quieter operation, making it a balanced choice for both work and mobility.
Screen Quality
9.2
8.6
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
401.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
The MSI Titan 18 HX has a better screen than the Razer Blade 17 for general use, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The MSI Titan 18 HX boasts superior panel type, resolution, and brightness, making it excellent for general use and engineering tasks which require detailed visuals and accurate color representation. The Razer Blade 17 also offers good panel quality and resolution which suits general use and engineering, with the added edge of portability. However, both laptops lack high refresh rates, which is crucial for smooth visuals in gaming and 3D applications, leading to their poorer performance in those areas.
Battery
4.0 Hours
5.5 Hours
The MSI Titan 18 HX has 4 hours of battery life. The Razer Blade 17 has 5.5 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
Fair
18.0in
SIZE
17.3in
7.9 lbs
WEIGHT
6.0 lbs
1.2in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The Razer Blade 17 has only fair portability, while the MSI Titan 18 HX has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$4,949
$4,300
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The MSI Titan 18 HX has a price of $4,949 and the Razer Blade 17 costs $4,300.
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Key similarities
General Use
8.8
8.5
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
401.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
486.0 nits
4.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.5 Hours
10.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
5.0/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.7/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Razer Blade 17 are both very good for general use.
The MSI Titan 18 HX and the Razer Blade 17 both offer powerful CPUs and ample RAM, ensuring smooth performance for a wide range of tasks, while their high-quality screens enhance the viewing experience for both work and entertainment. However, the large screen and robust build of the MSI may reduce its portability and battery life compared to the Razer Blade 17, which is designed to balance performance with a more travel-friendly form factor.
Content Creation
9.0
8.5
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
128.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
Mini LED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Titan 18 HX to be excellent for content creation, while the Razer Blade 17 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.
Software Development
8.9
8.5
9.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.2/10
128.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
3840 x 2400
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2160
10.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Razer Blade 17 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.
Build Quality
8.5
8.5
The MSI Titan 18 HX and Razer Blade 17 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 Titan 18 HX and the Razer Blade 17 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| MSI Titan 18 HX | Razer Blade 17 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$4,949 | $4,300 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | February 1, 2024 | February 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 15.9'' x 12.1'' x 1.26'' | 15.6'' x 10.2'' x 0.78'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 7.93 lbs | 6.06 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 15.9" | 15.55" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 12.08" | 10.24" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i9-14900HX | Intel i9-12900H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 128 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 4 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 4096 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 4 Hours | 5.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 82 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 18" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | Mini LED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 3840 x 2400 | 3840 x 2160 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 144Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 401 nits | 486 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 5.1/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.3/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 10/10 | 9/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.1/10 | 9.1/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 1080p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 3 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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MSI Titan 18 HX
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Allen Ngo | January 2024
"With no new Nvidia GPU this year for laptops, MSI had to refresh everything surrounding the graphics card to make up for it. Users are getting a new 18-inch chassis design, new 14th gen Intel HX CPU, new AC adapter, larger keys, and a new 120 Hz HDR1000 mini-LED 4K display to accompany the high price tag. Most of these changes are a step up from last year's GT77, but users are ultimately getting the same gaming performance out of both models."
Razer Blade 17
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Sascha Mölck | July 2022
"Our test configuration of the Blade 17 targets gamers and creative professionals. A Core i9-12900H processor, GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU (175 watts TGP after the BIOS update, 16 GB of VRAM), and 32 GB of working memory equip the laptop for video processing, rending, and 4k gaming at the highest level. In addition, a fast PCIe-4 SSD (1 TB) ensures short load and storage times. With the Blade 17 (Early 2022), Razer delivers a successful and powerful work device for creative professionals. But this also has its price."
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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.
About Razer
Razer is an American-Singaporean technology company. Razer is best known for their Blade series laptops, well known for their strong performance and sleek design. Although Razer charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a stealthy laptop with clean fit and finish and strong performance. All of their models offer great portability and build quality compared to other gaming laptops.
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