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MSI Raider GE78HX
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17" 2560x1600 IPS 240Hz |
| Hard drive | 2TB 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 GE78HX
| Reference / Part Number | 13VI-032PL |
|---|---|
| Release date | February 2023, 3 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 43,2 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i9-13980HX |
| Processor generation | 13th gen Intel® Core™ i9 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5,6 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4 GHz |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| 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 |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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Network
| Mobile network connection | Yes |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| WLAN controller model | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s |
| 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 | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 1 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
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Battery
| Battery capacity | 99 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
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Security
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 3,1 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 380 mm |
| Depth | 298 mm |
| Height | 23 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Raider GE78HX 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 GE78HX like?
It carries a 17" 2560x1600 IPS 240Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Raider GE78HX have?
It runs on the Intel Core i9-13980HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Raider GE78HX 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 Raider GE78HX come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Raider GE78HX have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × Thunderbolt 4, 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Raider GE78HX have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Raider GE78HX have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Raider GE78HX 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 GE78HX released?
Its release date is February 2023, 3 years ago.