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MSI Gaming GE RAIDER GE78HX 13VG-050NL
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17" 2560x1600 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 8GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Gaming GE RAIDER GE78HX 13VG-050NL
| Reference / Part Number | RAIDER GE78HX 13VG-050NL |
|---|---|
| Release date | March 2023, 3 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Color name | Core Black |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 17 " (43,2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| RGB color space | DCI-P3 |
| Color gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i9-13980HX |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i9-13xxx |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,6 GHz |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 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 8 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 4070 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| Fabricante de GPU (unidad de procesamiento gráfico) integrada | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 6 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| 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 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Número de puertos Thunderbolt 4 | 1 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM770 |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 |
|---|---|
| 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 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 280 W |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 6.8 lbs (3,1 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 15 " (380 mm) |
| Depth | 11.7 " (298 mm) |
| Height | 0.9 " (23 mm) |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Gaming GE RAIDER GE78HX 13VG-050NL good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Gaming GE RAIDER GE78HX 13VG-050NL like?
It carries a 17" 2560x1600 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Gaming GE RAIDER GE78HX 13VG-050NL have?
It runs on the Intel Core i9-13980HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Gaming GE RAIDER GE78HX 13VG-050NL be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Gaming GE RAIDER GE78HX 13VG-050NL come with?
It comes with Windows 11 preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Gaming GE RAIDER GE78HX 13VG-050NL 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 GE78HX 13VG-050NL have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Gaming GE RAIDER GE78HX 13VG-050NL 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 GE78HX 13VG-050NL weigh?
It weighs 3,1 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Gaming GE RAIDER GE78HX 13VG-050NL released?
Its release date is March 2023, 3 years ago.