Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16″ (83F50012US) vs MSI Raider GE78HX 17″
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Comparison summary
- MSI Raider GE78HX 17″ is hands-down better laptop for gaming however Legion Pro 7i offers better value.
- For performance Legion Pro 7i has a better performing processor.
- Raider GE78HX has Windows 11 Pro, which is superior to Windows 11 that is in Legion Pro 7i.
- For graphics performance Legion Pro 7i has a better performing graphics card.
- Raider GE78HX features a bigger display. For portability Raider GE78HX is lighter.
- Raider GE78HX has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16″ (83F50012US)
MSI Raider GE78HX 17″
Compare specifications
| Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16″ (83F50012US) | MSI Raider GE78HX 17″ |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX | Intel Core i9-13980HX |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 64gb | 64gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 5080 | GeForce RTX 4080 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 17″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 9.2 lbs (4.17 kg) | 6.8 lbs (3.08 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 14.9 x 11.73 x 1.13 inches | |
| (37.85 x 29.79 x 2.87 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 4000gb SSD | 2x 8000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| September 29, 2026 | April 3, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,419.00 | $7,259.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,419.00 | $7,259.99 |
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Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16″ (83F50012US) summary
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2026. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is acceptable for gaming. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The laptop has a decent Intel CPU, but enough RAM for its price. Only WQXGA resolution is not the best for the 16-inch 240 Hz screen. The 4000gb SSD storage is decent but could be higher. It is quite hefty at 9.2 lbs (4.17 kg).
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i 16" 240Hz WQXGA Gaming Laptop, Intel Ultra 9 275HX, GeForce RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7, 64GB DDR5, 5TB Storage(4TB SSD+1TB Dock), RGB Backlit Keyboard, 5.0MP Camera, Win 11, Black
EFFICIENT INTEL CORE ULTRA 9 275HX - 24 cores (8 P-cores + 16 E-cores) up to 5.4GHz, built on Arrow Lake architecture with 36MB L3 cache. Delivers exceptional performance for gaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking, while maintaining impressive power efficiency for a flagship mobile processor.Upgraded: Seal is opened for upgrade only, 1-Year warranty on Upgraded RAM/SSD, and original 1-Year Manufacture warranty on remaining components.
NVIDIA GEFORCE RTX 5080 16GB GDDR7 & PER-KEY RGB BACKLIT KEYBOARD & Wi-Fi 7 - Flagship graphics with 16GB GDDR7 for exceptional gaming and AI performance. Customize every key with per-key RGB lighting, and enjoy ultra-fast, low-latency Wi-Fi 7 connectivity for seamless online gaming and streaming.
IMMERSIVE 16" 240HZ WQXGA DISPLAY - A stunning 2560×1600 screen with an ultra-smooth 240Hz refresh rate. Delivers crisp details, vivid colors, and fluid motion—perfect for competitive gaming, creative work, and immersive entertainment.
EFFICIENT 64GB DDR5 & 4TB SSD - High-speed 64GB DDR5 memory ensures smooth multitasking and responsive performance across demanding applications, while the 4TB SSD delivers fast boot times, quick file access, and ample space for games, media, and projects—speed and capacity combined.
BONUS ACCESSORIES & BUSINESS CONNECTIVITY - Package includes 1x 7-in-1 Docking Station with 1TB Storage, 1x 32GBMicroSD Card with Adapter, 1x Type-C Data Cable, 1x 3-in-1 Charging Cable, 1x Suede Cleaning Cloth. Equipped with Wi-Fi 7. Versatile ports including 1 x Slim Tip Power Connector, 2 x USB-A, 1 x USB-A (Always On), 1 x USB-C, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 / USB4, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack (3.5mm).Pre-installed Windows 11 for easy everyday use.
ASIN: B0HLDF7G77
MSI Raider GE78HX 17″ summary
MSI Raider GE78HX is a gaming laptop with Windows 11 Pro released in 2024. It doesn't have the best Intel CPU, though enough memory for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 4080 graphics card which is unimpressive for playing games. You can run 90% of the games published this year on recommended settings. The 2x 8000gb SSD storage is a remarkable amount. Only WQXGA resolution is mediocre for the 17-inch 240 Hz screen. It is portable at only 6.8 lbs (3.08 kg).
msi Raider GE78HX 17.0" 240Hz WQXGA Gaming Laptop (Intel i9-13980HX, 64GB DDR5, 2x8TB PCIe SSD RAID 0 (16TB), GeForce RTX 4080 12GB, Thunderbolt 4, RGB KYB, WiFi 6E, Win 11 Pro) w/Dockztorm Dock
【Upgraded】 Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only to enhance performance. 17.0" Wide QXGA (2560x1600) 240Hz Refresh Rate IPS-level Display; Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i, Bluetooth 5.3, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), 1080p Full HD Webcam, RGB Backlit Trackpad, .
【Powerful Performance with Intel Core i9-13980HX 】 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX 2.20GHz Processor (upto 5.6GHz, 36MB Cache, 24-Cores, 32-Threads, 8 Performance-cores) ; GeForce RTX 4080 12GB GDDR6 Dual (Integrated+Dedicated) Graphics, VR Ready .
【High Speed and Multitasking】 64GB DDR5 SODIMM; 330W Power Supply, 4-Cell 95 WHr Battery; Dark Grey Color, .
【Enormous Storage】 2x8TB PCIe NVMe SSD RAID 0 (16TB available storage); 1 HDMI, Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), 2 USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, SD Reader, No Optical Drive, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack., Windows 11 Pro-64., 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)
Includes Authorized Dockztorm Portable USB Hub(Special Edition Portable Dockztorm Data Hub;Super Speedy Data Syn Rate upto 5Gbps)
ASIN: B0C3XWGTPL