Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) vs MSI Raider GE78HX 17″
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Comparison summary
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 is the better value option.
- For performance MSI Raider GE78HX 17″ has a lot better performing processor.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 comes with Windows and Raider GE78HX with Windows 11 Pro.
- For graphics performance Raider GE78HX has a better performing graphics card.
- ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 has a higher resolution screen (3.2K).
- Raider GE78HX features a bigger display. For portability Raider GE78HX is lighter. Its also thinner and smaller in size.
- Raider GE78HX has a bigger SSD.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
MSI Raider GE78HX 17″
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) | 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 386H | 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 | |
| RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell | GeForce RTX 4080 |
| Screen size | |
| 16″ | 17″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| 3.2K (3200 x 2000 pixels) | WQXGA (2560 x 1600 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 8 lbs (3.63 kg) | 6.8 lbs (3.08 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 13.95 x 9.49 x 0.62 inches | 14.9 x 11.73 x 1.13 inches |
| (35.43 x 24.1 x 1.57 cm) | (37.85 x 29.79 x 2.87 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows | Windows 11 Pro |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | 2x 8000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| October 6, 2026 | April 3, 2024 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $5,399.00 | $7,259.99 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $5,399.00 | $7,259.99 |
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Laptop Dimensions
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE)
MSI Raider GE78HX 17″
Compare Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ / MSI Raider GE78HX 17″ vs other laptops:
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 16″ (21UE) summary
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 is a Windows laptop released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top Intel CPU plus also less memory than competitors for its price. The laptop is quite bulky at 8 lbs (3.63 kg). 3.2K resolution is adequate for the 16-inch 120 Hz monitor. The 2000gb SSD storage is adequate but could be higher.
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 Gen 9 Intel Core Ultra 9 386H vPro, 16C, 16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED 64GB RAM CAMM2, 2TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 2000 Blackwell 8GB Backlit KYB, Fingerprint Reader, Windows Pro
Processor : Intel Core Ultra 9 386H vPro Processor (E-cores up to 3.70 GHz P-cores up to 4.90 GHz)
Memory : 64 GB LPDDR5(CAMM) Storage : 2 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Display :16" 3.2K (3200 x 2000), Tandem OLED, Anti-Glare/Anti-Reflection/Anti-Smudge, Touch, HDR 600, 100%DCI-P3, 1500 nits (HDR Peak)/600 nits (SDR Typical), VRR 40-120Hz ; Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR7
Dimensions: Dimensions (H (front-to-back) x W x D) 9.87 - 15.8mm x 354.40mm x 241.2mm / 0.39 - 0.62ʺ x 13.95ʺ x 9.49ʺ Weight: Starting at less than 2kg/ 4.41lbs
[Upgrade] will open the box to upgrade the RAM and the hard drive to PCIe-NVMe Solid State Drive. The hard drive upgrade won't affect manufacture warranty.
ASIN: B0HL5CL65M
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