ASUS TUF Gaming A16 vs MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 2025, Ryzen 7 7445HS, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 4050, Black
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 2023, Core i9-14900HX, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4070, Black
What Buyers Say
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 2025, Ryzen 7 7445HS, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 4050, Black
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MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 2023, Core i9-14900HX, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4070, Black
The MSI Raider GE68HX is praised for its blazing speed, smooth performance, and stunning display, making it ideal for gaming and demanding tasks. Users love the extensive customization options and futuristic design, though they note the fans can get loud under full load and the laptop is quite heavy. Battery life is decent for normal use but drains quickly during high-performance gaming. Overall, the pros far outweigh the cons for most reviewers.
Pros
- Blazing fast performance
- Smooth gaming experience
- Stunning display quality
- Extensive customization options
- Futuristic design
Cons
- Loud fans under full load
- Heavy and bulky design
- Battery drains quickly during gaming
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS TUF Gaming A16 | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Ryzen 7 | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 6 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 3.5 GHz★ | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | — | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | 6 GB | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 | GDDR6 |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | USB4 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | RJ45 Ethernet Port | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 2.20 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | 56 Wh | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
ASUS TUF Gaming A16 2025, Ryzen 7 7445HS, 32GB, 1TB SSD, RTX 4050, Black
- Strong port selection (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong gpu (83rd percentile)83rd %ile
- Strong ram (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong screen (70th percentile)
- Below average portability (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average affordability (26th percentile)
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 2023, Core i9-14900HX, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4070, Black
- Strong port selection (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong screen (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong storage (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Below average portability (9th percentile)9th %ile
- Below average affordability (10th percentile)10th %ile
Verdict
Scores 76 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 15 of 29 specs.