HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i vs MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247
HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i 2026, Core Ultra 7 255U, 24GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 2023, Core i9-14900HX, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4070, Black
What Buyers Say
HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i 2026, Core Ultra 7 255U, 24GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
The HP ProBook receives mixed feedback. While many users praise its fast performance, good keyboard, and clear display, a significant number report serious issues with bloatware, fingerprint reader failures, battery swelling, and poor customer support. The laptop's value is questioned by some due to these problems, though long-time HP users often find it reliable for business tasks.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Good keyboard
- Clear display
- Good value for business
- Reliable for long-term use
Cons
- Bloatware and pre-installed software
- Fingerprint reader issues
- Battery swelling
- Poor customer support
- Limited USB ports
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
| HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core Ultra 7 24 | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 12 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 2.0 GHz | 2.2 GHz★ |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | Intel Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | integrated★ | discrete |
| VRAM | — | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | — | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 24 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 300 nits★ | — |
| Color Gamut | 62.5% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 2 | 2 |
| USB Ports | 2 | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.75 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | 56 Wh | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
HP ProBook 16" 4 G1i 2026, Core Ultra 7 255U, 24GB, 1TB SSD, Silver
- Strong storage (79th percentile)
- Strong ram (76th percentile)
- Strong port selection (71st percentile)
- Strong screen (66th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average social proof (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average affordability (27th percentile)
- Below average portability (29th 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 16 of 30 specs.