MSI Raider GE76vsAlienware 16X Aurora

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MSI
MSI Raider GE76
Raider GE76

Quick Stats

The MSI Raider GE76 delivers excellent performance with smooth gameplay at QHD and 4K resolutions easily.
The MSI Raider GE76's masterclass build boasts a sturdy aluminum chassis with optimal cooling and compact, weighty design.
The MSI Raider GE76's impressive display offers vibrant visuals, HDR10 support, and fast refresh rates for gamers.
The MSI Raider GE76 offers a powerhouse of features with its Intel CPU and NVIDIA graphics capabilities combined.
Alienware
Alienware 16X Aurora
16X Aurora

Quick Stats

The Alienware 16X Aurora delivers solid performance, with excellent CPU and decent gaming capabilities, but some notable drawbacks exist.
The Alienware 16X Aurora's subpar build quality is a major letdown at its £15,000 price tag overall.
The notable display features crisp visuals and Quad HD resolution, with the only downside being limited HDMI outputs.
The Alienware 16X Aurora offers strong performance with up to 110 watts GPU and 55 watts CPU power.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Raider GE76
Winner
#198
Alienware 16X Aurora
#202
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Raider GE76
#131
Winner
Alienware 16X Aurora
#443
Display
MSI Raider GE76
#537
Alienware 16X Aurora
#173
Winner
Performance
MSI Raider GE76
#90
Winner
Alienware 16X Aurora
#108
Build
MSI Raider GE76
#836
Alienware 16X Aurora
#421
Winner
Features
MSI Raider GE76
#621
Alienware 16X Aurora
#207
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Raider GE76
Alienware Alienware 16X Aurora
up to 64GB
up to 64GB
up to 16000GB SSD
up to 2000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-12900HK
Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti (Laptop, 175W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 (Laptop)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

MSI Raider GE76

Strengths

The Intel 12th generation nsi raider ge76 is an excellent gaming laptop.
Not everybody's being picky about this gen versus last gen maybe you got your last gaming laptop four years ago
The cooling on this, the display options on this, the awesome rgb keyboard that's very comfortable to type on, the core i7 and core i9 cpu options good ti graphics from nvidia on this it's just it's the complete package which is nice
The display options on this are great for gaming with QHD or 4K resolution performance levels.
The battery life is huge at 99.9 Wh and you get a mux switch to set it to switchable graphics or dedicated graphics.
Not everybody gets laptop this big but obviously that's not the goal of this laptop
It has good audio from two woofers and two main stereo speakers

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Alienware 16X Aurora

Strengths

The laptop looks really good, it's definitely not quite up there with the Area 51 build quality but it is obviously about half the price
Good range of features
Performance was good, we got 150 watts on the GPU and the CPU performed very well
Battery life was strong, leading to snappy performance when you are on battery that feels very much like you're on mains
The laptop is capable of 100 Ws of power delivery, meaning you could charge the laptop with a USBC charger, a dock, or a power delivery monitor

Weaknesses

The biggest gripes were the plastic deck, the touchpad and that keyboard. This didn't feel like an Alienware, it felt like a G series.
£15,000 is a lot of money and I would have liked to seen a proper Alienware keyboard on here. This one just felt cheap
The laptop maxes out at only a 5070 and an 8 GB card in 2025 is a bit of a shame, every laptop really, if possible, should go to that 5070 Ti for that 12 GB of RAM
Only the right USBC allows for power delivery
The GPU performance sucked when using power delivery, I'm not sure what is going on with the engineers over at Dell
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MSI Raider GE76

The MSI Raider GE76 is a formidable gaming laptop that checks all the right boxes. Powered by Intel's 12th generation CPU, this beast boasts impressive performance, even if the latest gen hasn't delivered as significant an upgrade as we'd hoped. With a comfortable RGB keyboard, good GPU options from NVIDIA, and excellent display choices, this laptop feels like the complete package. Can it live up to its promise?

Alienware 16X Aurora

The Alienware 16X Aurora is an ambitious laptop that promises high-performance gaming on the go. With its sleek design and robust features, it's clear Dell has made a concerted effort to appeal to gamers. However, with a price tag of £15,000, expectations are high - particularly when it comes to build quality, keyboard feel, and graphics capabilities. But does this luxury laptop live up to its lofty claims? In this review, we'll put the Aurora through its paces to find out.

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