MSI Sword 16 HXvsMSI Raider GE68 HX

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MSI
MSI Sword 16 HX
Sword 16 HX

Quick Stats

The MSI Sword 16HX delivers satisfactory performance, handling esports titles with ease and reaching up to 140 FPS.
The MSI Sword 16 HX boasts solid build quality with minimal key wobble during typing overall.
The MSI Sword 16 HX's display offers a good balance between performance and features at an affordable price point.
The MSI Sword 16 HX boasts a high-quality display, decent RGB lighting, and a full-size keyboard with translucent WASD keys.
MSI
MSI Raider GE68 HX
Raider GE68 HX

Quick Stats

The MSI Raider GE68 HX delivers respectable performance with improved multitasking and content creation capabilities overall.
The MSI Raider GE68 HX's build is solid and compact, with a sturdy design that excels in portability.
The MSI Raider GE68 HX's display is decent for general use, but lacks OLED technology and Optimus support.
The MSI Raider GE68 HX boasts impressive features including liquid metal cooling and an infrared camera.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Sword 16 HX
Winner
#73
MSI Raider GE68 HX
#74
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Sword 16 HX
#385
MSI Raider GE68 HX
#126
Winner
Display
MSI Sword 16 HX
#462
MSI Raider GE68 HX
#301
Winner
Performance
MSI Sword 16 HX
#74
Winner
MSI Raider GE68 HX
#81
Build
MSI Sword 16 HX
#811
Winner
MSI Raider GE68 HX
#822
Features
MSI Sword 16 HX
#137
Winner
MSI Raider GE68 HX
#614

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Sword 16 HX
MSI MSI Raider GE68 HX
up to 64GB
up to 96GB
up to 4000GB SSD
up to 16000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-14900HX
Intel Core i9-13980HX
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Laptop, 115W)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 (Laptop, 175W)
1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 5.0 x4 + 1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

MSI Sword 16 HX

Strengths

The MSI Sword 16HX laptop is a well-rounded laptop that could do more than gaming thanks to a balanced Intel Core i7HX processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX50 configuration.
The large 16in 1920 x 1200p 144Hz IPS display on the MSI Sword 16HX is ideal for productivity, with good color accuracy and peak brightness of 324 nits.
The MSI Sword 16HX has a good typing experience with minimal key wobble, and the keyboard lighting is decent and bright enough to be seen in well-lit environments.
The laptop's Cooler Boost 5 technology allows it to squeeze every bit of performance possible from the Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, beating some RTX 4060 or RTX 4070 laptops.

Weaknesses

The laptop's weakest point is its 8 gig memory and 512 gig SSD, which may limit optimal performance.
The color accuracy of the display is not one of the best in terms of sRGB, Adobe RGB, and PCIP3 coverage, but it's good enough for gaming thanks to its 144 hertz refresh rate.
There's no micro SD or SD card slot on the laptop, which may make it less appealing for productivity users.
The RTX 4050 GPU has a relatively low TDP of 90W, which may be a concern for some users.

MSI Raider GE68 HX

Strengths

The new GE68 does certainly offer improvements over last year's GE67.
Faster PCIe Gen 5 storage is a nice addition.
The Intel 13th gen CPU offers more performance and faster memory speeds, making it a great choice for content creation and gaming.
Supports Nvidia's new frame generation feature, which makes gameplay in supported games feel smoother.

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Read Full Reviews

MSI Sword 16 HX

Considering buying a laptop? The latest models may be pricey, but older options like the MSI Sword 16 HX can still offer great value. With its Intel Core i7-74650HX processor and Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 GPU, this laptop delivers balanced performance for gaming and productivity tasks. Its sleek design, full-size keyboard, and 144Hz display make it a solid choice, despite being an older model.

MSI Raider GE68 HX

The MSI Raider GE68 HX is a powerful gaming laptop that boasts an impressive array of features, including Intel's 13th gen CPU, Nvidia's RTX 4070 graphics, and PCIe Gen 5 storage. While it offers some notable upgrades over its predecessor, the price tag may be a hurdle for those looking to play games on a budget. This review will explore whether the GE68 HX is worth the investment, or if last year's model with an RTX 3070 Ti remains a more appealing option.

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