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MSI Raider 16 Max HX vs MSI Raider GE78 HX 13VH

Laptop · MSI

MSI Raider 16 Max HX

Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus · RTX 5090 · 32 GB RAM · 240 Hz · 2026
GEAR SCORE 88.0 / 100Top tier
Graphics85
RAM95
Screen100
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Laptop · MSI

MSI Raider GE78 HX 13VH

Core i9-13980HX · RTX 4080 Laptop · 240 Hz · 2023
GEAR SCORE 77.0 / 100Very good
Graphics73
Screen100
Verdict

On specs, MSI Raider 16 Max HX comes out ahead: a gear score of 88 versus 77 for MSI Raider GE78 HX 13VH.

Spec-by-spec comparison

MSI Raider 16 Max HXMSI Raider GE78 HX 13VH
88Gear score77
Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX PlusCPUCore i9-13980HX
RTX 5090Graphics cardRTX 4080 Laptop
32 GBRAM—
2560×1600 · 240 HzScreen2560×1600 · 240 Hz
≈ $3,000Estimated price—

The gear score is computed from specifications only (e.g. for a mouse: weight, sensor, polling rate, connection and release year). It isn’t a lab test and doesn’t measure personal preferences like shape or grip.

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FAQ

Is MSI Raider 16 Max HX or MSI Raider GE78 HX 13VH better?

On specs, MSI Raider 16 Max HX comes out ahead: a gear score of 88 versus 77 for MSI Raider GE78 HX 13VH.