EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Raider) vs HIDevolution 2026 EVOC 16″ (EV-V3601C-HID28)
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Comparison summary
- 2026 EVOC is the better value option.
- For performance EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ has a better performing processor. 2026 EVOC contains more memory.
- 2026 EVOC has Windows 11 Pro, which is superior to Windows 11 Home that is in 2026 MSI.
- For graphics performance 2026 MSI has a lot better performing graphics card.
- 2026 MSI features a bigger display. For portability 2026 EVOC is lighter and more compact in size.
- 2026 EVOC has a bigger SSD.
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Raider)
HIDevolution 2026 EVOC 16″ (EV-V3601C-HID28)
Compare specifications
| EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Raider) | HIDevolution 2026 EVOC 16″ (EV-V3601C-HID28) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D | Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 96gb | 128gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 5070 |
| Screen size | |
| 18″ | 16″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Quad HD Plus (3200 x 1800 pixels) | Quad HD Plus (3200 x 1800 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 7.94 lbs (3.6 kg) | 5.53 lbs (2.51 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.91 x 12.09 x 1.26 inches | 14.2 x 10.2 x 1.22 inches |
| (40.41 x 30.71 x 3.2 cm) | (36.07 x 25.91 x 3.1 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 2x 2000gb SSD | 8000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| November 11, 2026 | June 10, 2026 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,999.00 | $5,549.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,999.00 | $5,549.00 |
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Laptop Dimensions
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Raider)
HIDevolution 2026 EVOC 16″ (EV-V3601C-HID28)
Compare EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ / HIDevolution 2026 EVOC 16″ vs other gaming laptops:
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI 18″ (Raider) summary
EXcaliberPC 2026 MSI is an okay value Windows gaming laptop. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is decent well-suited for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a very good AMD CPU and a lot of memory for its price. Only Quad HD Plus resolution is weak for the 18″ 240 Hz monitor. The 2x 2000gb SSD storage is ok could be better. It is light enough at 7.94 lbs (3.6 kg).
EXCaliberPC [2026] MSI Raider A18 HX A9WIG-272US (AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D, 96GB RAM, 2X 2TB SSD, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080, 18" QHD+ 240Hz, Windows 11) Gaming Laptop
Display: 18" QHD+ (2560x1600) 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 IPS-Level Panel
Graphics Card: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7
Processor: AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D 16 Cores (2.5GHz-5.4GHz, 128MB Smart Cache)
RAM: 96GB (2x 48GB) DDR5 5600MHz | Hard Drive: 4TB (2x 2TB) PCIe NVMe SSD
OS: Microsoft Windows 11 Home | Warranty: 1-Year MSI USA Warranty Parts & Labor (include 1 Year Global Warranty) + Lifetime Tech Support from EXCaliberPC
ASIN: B0HRBY4TL9
HIDevolution 2026 EVOC 16″ (EV-V3601C-HID28) summary
HIDevolution 2026 EVOC is an adequate value gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro. It has a fantastic Intel CPU and lots of RAM for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5070 GPU which is not the best for gaming. You can run 80% of the games published this year on recommended settings. Quad HD Plus resolution is good for the 16-inch screen. The 8000gb SSD storage is good. It is portable enough at 5.53 lbs (2.51 kg).
HIDevolution [2026] EVOC High Performance Systems V3601C (V360WNPQ) 16" QHD+ 300Hz, 2.7 GHz Ultra 9-290HX Plus, RTX 5070, 128 GB DDR5 RAM, 8 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Pro
Intel Core Arrow Lake Ultra 9-290HX Plus 24 Core - 24 Thread Processor, 2.7 GHz (Max Turbo Frequency 5.5 GHz), 36 MB Smart Cache w/ NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 w/ 8 GB GDDR7
HIDevolution upgrades the 16" QHD+ (2560x1600) 300Hz, Matte Finished Wide View Angle Display by adding Gelid GC Extreme on CPU + GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature
HIDevolution installed PCIe based storage--8 TB (2 x 4 TB) M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD--ensures that you experience the fastest boot up & load times
Installed by HIDevolution--128 GB (2 x 64 GB) of fast DDR5 5600MHz dual channel system memory (Speeds subject to system capability)--run memory hungry applications and multitask with ease
Operating System: Windows 11 Pro. HIDevolution Promise: Authorized EVOC Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff.
ASIN: B0H4NDZH1M