HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LR (90NR0LT1-M00F20) vs MSI Raider AI 18″
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Comparison summary
- HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LR is hands-down better laptop for gaming though Raider AI gives you more bang for your buck.
- For performance 2026 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LR has a better performing processor. It also offers more memory.
- For graphics performance Raider AI has a superior graphics card.
- Raider AI has a higher resolution screen (4k).
- 2026 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LR has a bigger SSD.
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LR (90NR0LT1-M00F20)
MSI Raider AI 18″
Compare specifications
| HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LR (90NR0LT1-M00F20) | MSI Raider AI 18″ |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus | Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 128gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5070 Ti | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Screen size | |
| 18″ | 18″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) | 4k (3840 x 2160 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| - | 7.8 lbs (3.54 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.95 x 12.05 x 1.3 inches | |
| (40.51 x 30.61 x 3.3 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 16000gb SSD | 2x 2000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| November 5, 2026 | June 23, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $9,659.00 | $5,149.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $9,659.00 | $5,149.99 |
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Compare HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LR / MSI Raider AI 18″ vs other gaming laptops:
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LR (90NR0LT1-M00F20) summary
HIDevolution 2026 ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LR is a decently priced Windows gaming laptop. It has an impressive Intel CPU plus lots of RAM for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5070 Ti video card which is not the best for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The 16000gb SSD storage is an impressive amount. Just WQXGA resolution is mediocre for the 18-inch 240 Hz IPS screen.
HIDevolution [2026] ASUS ROG Strix G18 G815LR 18" WQXGA 240Hz IPS, 2.7 GHz Ultra 9-290HX Plus, RTX 5070 Ti, 128 GB DDR5 RAM, 16 TB PCIe SSD, Windows 11 Home
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 with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti w/ 12 GB GDDR7
18" 2.5K (2560 x 1600, WQXGA) 240Hz IPS-Level display with Thermal Grizzly Conductonaut on CPU and GPU for improved performance and optimal system temperature
HIDevolution installed PCIe based storage--16 TB (2 x 8 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 Home. Authorized ASUS Build to Order Dealer, thorough quality testing, a 1 Year Warranty, and access to our expert support staff.
ASIN: B0HG22BSJV
MSI Raider AI 18″ summary
MSI Raider AI is a fair value Windows gaming laptop released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 video card which is acceptable great for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has an excellent Intel CPU plus decent RAM for its price. 4k resolution is fine for the 18-inch 120 Hz screen. The 2x 2000gb SSD storage is fine leaves room for improvement. It is quite portable at only 7.8 lbs (3.54 kg).
MSI Raider AI Gaming Laptop 18" 120Hz Mini LED 4K Display (Intel Ultra 9-285HX, GeForce RTX 5080 16GB, 64GB DDR5, 2X 2TB SSD, Backlit KB, Fingerprint, Win 11 Home) w/Duex Max DS Monitor
Ultra 9- 285HX 2.80GHz Processor (upto 5.5GHz, 36MB Cache, 24-Cores, 24-Threads, 8 Performance-cores); GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 Dual (Integrated+Dedicated) Graphics
64GB DDR5 SODIMM; 802.11be, Bluetooth 5.4, RJ-45, Webcam, Fingerprint, Backlit KB Standard Keyboard
18" Mini LED 4K (3840x2400) 120Hz Display; 400W PSU, No, 4-Cell 95 WHr Battery; Core Black Color
2x 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD; HDMI, 2 Thunderbolt 5, SD Reader, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, Windows 11 Home-64,
[Includes] Mobile Pixels Duex Max DS 14-inch FHD Monitor-1011007P06()
ASIN: B0F975NBT6