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MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i9-14900HX 2,2GHz |
|---|---|
| Screen | 16" 3840x2400 UWVA 120Hz 1000 nits 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL
| Reference / Part Number | RAIDER GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL |
|---|---|
| Also sold as | RAIDER GE68 HX 14VHG-418BE |
| Release date | January 2024, 2 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Core Black |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 40,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 3840 x 2400 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | UHD+ |
| Panel type | UWVA |
| Display technology marketing name | UWVA |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display brightness | 1000 cd/m² |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i9-14900HX |
| Processor frequency | 2,2 GHz |
| Processor generation | Intel® Core™ i9 (14th gen) |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 2 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 2 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 12 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Audio
| Audio system | Nahimic 3 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 6 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 1 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM770 |
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Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
|---|---|
| Bundled software | MSI System Control Manager MSI BurnRecovery MSI Remind Manager MSI Battery Calibration MSI Help Desk Norton Internet Security (trail 60days) Norton Studio (Metro) (permanent free) Nvidia GeForce Experience Microsoft Office 2016 (trial 30 days, 1 year per purchase) True Color 2.0 Nahimic 3 Dragon Center 2.0 |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 99,9 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 280 W |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,7 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 357 mm |
| Depth | 284 mm |
| Height (front) | 2,22 cm |
| Height (rear) | 2,79 cm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL like?
It carries a 16" 3840x2400 UWVA 120Hz 1000 nits 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL have?
It runs on the Intel Core i9-14900HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × Thunderbolt 4, 2 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL weigh?
It weighs 2,7 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Gaming GE Raider GE68 HX 14VHG-417NL released?
Its release date is January 2024, 2 years ago.