TOPGRO 16" S1 vs MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247
TOPGRO 16" S1, Core i9-9980HK, 32GB, 1TB SSD, 1650, Silver
MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 2023, Core i9-14900HX, 32GB, 2TB SSD, RTX 4070, Black
What Buyers Say
TOPGRO 16" S1, Core i9-9980HK, 32GB, 1TB SSD, 1650, Silver
Customers consistently praise this laptop for its speed and performance, complemented by outstanding customer service that goes above and beyond for setup, upgrades, and warranty exchanges. While gaming performance requires being plugged in to avoid lag, the overall value for the price is considered excellent. One verified buyer noted the storage is slightly less than advertised at 930GB instead of 1TB, but still feels it's great space for the cost.
Pros
- Fast performance
- Great customer service
- Good value for money
- Speedy internet connectivity
- Excellent build quality
Cons
- Requires plugging in for smooth gaming
- Slightly less storage than advertised (930GB vs 1TB)
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
| TOPGRO 16" S1 | MSI Raider 16" RAIDERGE6814247 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core i9 9980HK | Intel Core i9 14900HX★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 8 | 24★ |
| Frequency | 2.4 GHz★ | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB | 36 MB★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU* | 1650 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | ||
| Type | discrete | discrete |
| VRAM | 4 GB | 8 GB★ |
| VRAM Type | GDDR5 | GDDR6★ |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 1 TB | 2 TB★ |
| Storage 1 Type | NVMe SSD | NVMe SSD |
| Display | ||
| Size | 16" | 16" |
| Resolution | — | 3840 px★ |
| Panel | — | Mini-LED★ |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | — | 2★ |
| USB Ports | — | 3★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| HDMI | HDMI | HDMI 2.1 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 7★ |
| Bluetooth | BT5.2 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| Ethernet | — | Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 1.75 kg★ | 2.75 kg |
| Battery | — | 100 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
Pros & Cons
TOPGRO 16" S1, Core i9-9980HK, 32GB, 1TB SSD, 1650, Silver
- Strong user sentiment (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong social proof (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong storage (79th percentile)
- Strong gpu (74th percentile)
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
- Below average reliability (4th percentile)4th %ile
- Below average screen (20th percentile)20th %ile
- Below average port selection (22nd 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 18 of 29 specs.