Apple MacBook Pro 16" vs MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247
Apple MacBook Pro 16" 2019, Core i9, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Radeon Pro 5500M, Space Gray
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 2023, Core i9-14900HX, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4070, Black
What Buyers Say
Apple MacBook Pro 16" 2019, Core i9, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Radeon Pro 5500M, Space Gray
The refurbished Intel MacBook Pro is praised for its excellent condition, performance, and value for money. Users love the large screen, loud speakers, and the ability to run Windows via Bootcamp. A few minor issues include battery life not meeting expectations and a faulty charger in one case, but overall satisfaction is high.
Pros
- Excellent refurbished condition
- Great performance
- Large beautiful screen
- Loud speakers
- Bootcamp Windows support
Cons
- Battery life below expectations
- Faulty charger in one case
- Sticker residue on device
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
| Apple MacBook Pro 16" | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | AMD Ryzen 5 5500 | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 3.6 GHz★ | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | AMD Radeon Pro 5500M | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| VRAM Type | — | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | 3072 px | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 144 Hz★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | 4★ | 2 |
| USB Ports | 4★ | 3 |
| Thunderbolt | Thunderbolt 3 | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | — | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ac | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | — | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | — | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.95 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | — | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | macOS | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
Apple MacBook Pro 16" 2019, Core i9, 16GB, 1TB SSD, Radeon Pro 5500M, Space Gray
- Strong port selection (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong screen (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average portability (21st percentile)
- Below average ram (26th percentile)
- Below average affordability (34th 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 3 of 8 usage categories and 4 of 29 specs.