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MSI 17" Raider GE78HX Gaming Laptop (Dark Gray)

BH #MSRAIDGE7880 • MFR #RAIDER GE78 HX 13VH-080US
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MSI 17" Raider GE78HX Gaming Laptop (Dark Gray)
Key Features
  • 2.2 GHz Intel Core i9 24-Core (13th Gen)
  • 64GB DDR5 | 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD
  • 17" 2560 x 1600 240 Hz IPS Display
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (12GB GDDR6)
Play your favorite PC games at 1440p with high frame rates while on the go with the dark gray MSI 17" Raider GE78HX Gaming Laptop. Powered by the 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX 24-Core processor and 64GB of 5600 MHz DDR5 RAM, this gaming laptop can handle all your games and apps with ease. The 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD allows for fast boot and load times. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 features 12GB of GDDR6 VRAM and can provide real-time raytracing and DLSS support. The 17" IPS display features a QHD+ 2560 x 1600 resolution and a 240 Hz refresh rate. You can output to an external display via HDMI 2.1.
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MSI GE78HX 17" Overview

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Play your favorite PC games at 1440p with high frame rates while on the go with the dark gray MSI 17" Raider GE78HX Gaming Laptop. Powered by the 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX 24-Core processor and 64GB of 5600 MHz DDR5 RAM, this gaming laptop can handle all your games and apps with ease. The 2TB M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD allows for fast boot and load times. The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 features 12GB of GDDR6 VRAM and can provide real-time raytracing and DLSS support. The 17" IPS display features a QHD+ 2560 x 1600 resolution and a 240 Hz refresh rate. You can output to an external display via HDMI 2.1.

Play online multiplayer games via the reliable, wired 2.5 GbE LAN connection or go wireless with Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax). Connect compatible peripherals and accessories, such as a gaming mouse or controller, wirelessly with Bluetooth 5.3. Other features include Thunderbolt 4, USB-C, and USB-A ports. Audio is handled through dual 2W speakers and quad Duo Wave woofers. The 102-key SteelSeries keyboard features per-key RGB backlighting. Windows 11 Pro is the installed operating system.

13th Gen Intel Core Performance
The system is powered by a 13th Gen Intel Core i9-13980HX processor. It can reach a stock speed of 2.2 GHz and can be boosted up to 5.6 GHz. There are eight performance cores and sixteen efficiency cores for a total of 24 cores.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40-Series Laptop Graphics
The dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40-Series laptop graphics card is designed to deliver high frame rates and advanced features such as real-time ray tracing, artificial intelligence, and more to enhance your entertainment and content creation experiences.
17" QHD+ IPS Display
The 17" IPS-level display features a 2560 x 1600 resolution, a 16:10 aspect ratio, and 240 Hz refresh rate for fast, 1440p gaming while on the go. The screen also has 100% DCI-P3 color gamut support.
SteelSeries RGB Backlit Keyboard
The SteelSeries keyboard features a 102-key layout and per-key RGB backlighting.
FHD Webcam with Privacy Shutter
The FHD 1080p webcam allows for crisp, clear video chats. There's also a physical shutter to prevent unauthorized access.
Windows 11 Pro
Microsoft simplified the design and user experience with Windows 11. It has a modern, clean design with a new Start Menu position. Snap Layouts, Groups, and Desktops allow you to multitask with ease. Microsoft has also integrated some of their apps, such as Microsoft Teams. The redesigned Microsoft Store makes it easier to look for supported apps. The Pro version of Windows 11 includes all the features that Windows 11 Home offers plus many designed specifically for business users, including Hyper-V virtualization, BitLocker disk encryption, and remote desktop access.
UPC: 824142313213

MSI GE78HX 17" Specs

Key Specs
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro
Processor
Intel Core i9-13980HX (13th Gen)
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 with 12 GB GDDR6 VRAM
Installed RAM
64 GB
Display Size
17"
Native Resolution
2560 x 1600
Touchscreen
No
Total Installed Storage
2 TB
Inputs/Outputs
1x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4)
1x USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 / Supports Video Alt Mode
1x USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 / Supports Video Alt Mode and Power Delivery
2x USB-A 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
Display I/O
1x HDMI 2.1
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO Support
Bluetooth
5.3
Weight
6.83 lb / 3.1 kg
Performance
Processor
Intel Core i9-13980HX (13th Gen)
CPU
24-Core: 
Up to 5.6 GHz Performance (8 Cores)
Up to 4 GHz Efficiency (16 Cores)
L3 Cache
36 MB
Graphics Type
Dedicated
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 with 12 GB GDDR6 VRAM
Installed RAM
64 GB
Display
Panel Type
IPS-Type LCD
Display Size
17"
Aspect Ratio
16:10
Native Resolution
2560 x 1600
Touchscreen
No
Refresh Rate
240 Hz
Storage and Expansion
Total Installed Storage
2 TB
Storage Drive Type
1x 2 TB / M.2 NVMe SSD
Storage Expansion
1x M.2 Slot 2280 [In Use]
1x M.2 Slot 2280 [Available]
Inputs / Outputs
Inputs/Outputs
1x USB-C (Thunderbolt 4)
1x USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 / Supports Video Alt Mode
1x USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 / Supports Video Alt Mode and Power Delivery
2x USB-A 3.1/3.2 Gen 2
Display I/O
1x HDMI 2.1
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output
Network I/O
1x RJ45 (2.5Gb Ethernet)
Built-In Speakers
2x 2 W and Quad Subwoofers
Built-In Microphones
Yes
Media/Memory Card Slot
Single Slot: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Communications
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) with MU-MIMO Support
Bluetooth
5.3
Cellular Support
No
GPS
No
Webcam
User-Facing: 1080p
Battery
Battery Chemistry
Lithium-Ion
Capacity
4-Cell: 99 Wh
Keyboard & Mouse
Keyboard
Built-In Chiclet-Style Keyboard with Backlight
Pointing Device
TouchPad
General
Security
Webcam Blocker
Power Supply
330 W with Barrel/Proprietary
Dimensions
14.97 x 11.73 x 1.13" / 38.02 x 29.79 x 2.87 cm
Weight
6.83 lb / 3.1 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
12.79 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
18.2 x 15.4 x 4.6"

MSI GE78HX 17" Reviews

This thing is a beast!

By Jeremy
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-08

Totally love this thing. Destroys everything I throw at it with resources to spare. Grab some headphones cause this thing can get loud under a load of graphically complex gaming. It is to be expected though. Totally worth every penny!

This thing is BEAST!!

By Jeremy
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-08

I absolutely love this setup. This is my second MSI gaming laptop. I have also owned some other brands of gaming laptops and so far MSI is my new gold standard. This things chews and eats up anything I throw at it. Definitely recommend some good headphones cause it can get pretty loud when playing graphicly intense games but that is a no brainer and to be expected with a gaming laptop. There is nothing I can't play at QHD ultra settings and I am always getting around 60FPS or way higher. Even Cyberpunk. Definitely recommend to anyone with the $. This is a case where you most certainly get what you pay for!

Ultra performance - Gaming and DBMS

By Maniraj
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-18

I used this for my PhD research which requires processing of huge data for NLP and DBMS. This laptop is doing this job with extremely high speed and quality. Also I use this for gaming. Performance of this laptop is more than what I expected.

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Brand & Model of M.2 internal SSD and is this 2 ...

Brand & Model of M.2 internal SSD and is this 2 (1TB) or 1(2TB) SSD Card drive? Want 4TB in two slots.
Asked by: Andre
The MSI 17" Raider GE78HX Gaming Laptop (Dark Gray) BH #MSRAIDGE7880 comes with a single 2TB M.2 SSD. The brand is not specified.
Answered by: Miguel
Date published: 2023-05-15

Does this laptop have G-Sync?

Does this laptop have G-Sync?
Asked by: Armando
The MSI 17" Raider GE78HX Smart Touchpad Gaming Laptop (Dark Gray) BH #MSRDRGE78HX has a 240Hz refresh rate. It does not list the sync type.
Answered by: Reuben
Date published: 2023-06-22
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