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MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i9-14900HX 2,2GHz |
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| Screen | 17" 2560x1600 IPS 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 16GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES
| Reference / Part Number | RAIDER GE78 HX 14VIG-666ES |
|---|---|
| Release date | February 2024, 2 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Color name | Black |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 17 " (43,2 cm) |
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| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| RGB color space | DCI-P3 |
| Color gamut | 100 % |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i9-14900HX |
| Processor frequency | 2,2 GHz |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i9-14xxx |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Núcleos de rendimiento | 8 |
| Núcleos de eficiencia | 16 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 96 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| 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 4090 |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Audio
| Audio system | Nahimic 3 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 6 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Privacy camera | Yes |
| Privacy type | Privacy shutter |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| WLAN controller model | Killer Wi-Fi 7 BE1750 |
| 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 |
| Número de puertos Thunderbolt 4 | 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 color | RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
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Battery
| Battery capacity | 99,9 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 6.8 lbs (3,1 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 15 " (380 mm) |
| Depth | 11.7 " (298 mm) |
| Height (front) | 0.9 " (2,29 cm) |
| Height (rear) | 1.1 " (2,88 cm) |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES like?
It carries a 17" 2560x1600 IPS 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES have?
It runs on the Intel Core i9-14900HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 96 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES 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 Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES weigh?
It weighs 3,1 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Raider GE78 HX 14V RAIDER 14VIG-666ES released?
Its release date is February 2024, 2 years ago.