Toshiba Portege X30vsMSI GE76 Raider

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Toshiba
Toshiba Portege X30
Portege X30

Quick Stats

The Toshiba Portege X30 delivers decent yet inadequate performance for demanding tasks, falling short of newer laptops standards.
The Toshiba Portege X30 boasts a sturdy chassis with solid build quality and sleek lightweight design.
The Toshiba Portege X30's display is a standout feature with vivid colors and minimal glare guaranteed.
The Toshiba Portege X30 features two USBC ports with Thunderbolt functionality for seamless external connectivity.
MSI
MSI GE76 Raider
GE76 Raider

Quick Stats

The MSI GE76 Raider delivers exceptional and unbeatable performance, making it the top choice for demanding gaming needs.
The MSI GE76 Raider boasts a sturdy build with metallic finish, providing stability and durability overall.
The MSI GE76 Raider's display offers decent color representation but limited brightness.
The MSI GE76 Raider boasts impressive features, delivering exceptional gaming performance with its powerful processor and graphics.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
Toshiba Portege X30
#672
MSI GE76 Raider
Winner
#669
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
Toshiba Portege X30
#598
MSI GE76 Raider
#244
Winner
Display
Toshiba Portege X30
#796
MSI GE76 Raider
#781
Winner
Performance
Toshiba Portege X30
#773
MSI GE76 Raider
#165
Winner
Build
Toshiba Portege X30
#97
Winner
MSI GE76 Raider
#838
Features
Toshiba Portege X30
#651
Winner
MSI GE76 Raider
#863

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

Specifications Comparison
Specification
Toshiba Toshiba Portege X30
MSI MSI GE76 Raider
up to 16GB
up to 64GB
up to 1000GB SSD
up to 16000GB SSD
Intel Core i7-10710U
Intel Core i9-10980HK
Intel UHD Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (Laptop, 140W)

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

Toshiba Portege X30

Strengths

The weight is a very light weight just above 1 kilogram, making it easy to carry around.
The high quality screen is color accurate and non-reflective, with touch screen functionality.
The sound quality is surprisingly good for such a lightweight laptop, beating some newer laptops in 2024.
Buying a used device like this Toshiba Portege X30 is environmentally friendly and sustainable.

Weaknesses

The battery life may not be sufficient for everyone, lasting around 3-4 hours with 50% capacity left.
The SSD drive has SATA III specifications, which may be outdated for a high-end business laptop like this one.
The CPU inside the laptop (7th generation Core i5) is not compatible with Windows 11, requiring manual installation and no feature updates.
The price of around £155 when purchased in 2022 may seem low considering the device's specifications.

MSI GE76 Raider

Strengths

Performance: This is the fastest most powerful gaming laptop that I've ever tested and if you're looking for the highest fps in gaming you found it.
Thermals: Despite this machine pushing so much power and such high performance and it being a 12th gen i9 it still wasn't hitting those 100 degree temperatures that that alienware x17 r2 did
Price: Although the alienware x17 r2 is $120 cheaper with the closest specs, the fact that this machine is not only faster but has much lower temps actually makes it a better deal for your money
Thermal performance despite high power consumption
Additional features like number pad and secondary key illumination and speakers aren't complete junk

Weaknesses

Availability: It is a little frustrating how in and out of stock every higher end configuration of this computer seems to be.
Portability: This computer is one of the larger heavier machines that I've tested as well as one of the bulkiest
Fan noise: That cooler boost function with the fans maxed out did keep thermals in check but it was kinda loud
No option for charging with USBC port
Availability and size make it difficult to carry around
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Toshiba Portege X30

The Toshiba Portege X30d is a lightweight laptop that packs a punch despite its compact design. Weighing in at just over 1 kilogram, this device is perfect for students and professionals on-the-go. The 13.3-inch display boasts a high-quality screen with accurate color representation and a non-reflective touch surface. With a robust sound system and Thunderbolt functionality, this laptop is more than capable of handling everyday tasks. But how does it perform in terms of processing power and graphics?

MSI GE76 Raider

The MSI GE76 Raider is a powerhouse gaming laptop that promises top-notch performance, impressive thermals, and sleek features. With its 12th gen i9 CPU and NVIDIA graphics, this machine is built for the most demanding gamers. But does it live up to its potential? Our review delves into the laptop's performance, thermals, display quality, and portability, weighing the pros and cons of this behemoth gaming PC in a portable package. Is it worth the investment?

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