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{{Infobox computing device
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| manufacturer = [[MSI]]
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| release date = {{Start date and age|2022|05|df=yes|br=y}}
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| price =  [[United States dollar|USD]] 3 to 551.99
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| os = [[Windows 11 Home]]
| power =
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| cpu = Intel i7-12700H
| memory = 32 GB
| memory slots = 2 user accessible
| storage = 1024 GB
| storage slots = 2 user accessible
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| camera = '''Front:''' 1080p <br/>
| display = '''[[Screen Size|Screen size]]''': 17.3 inch <br/>'''[[Panel Type|Panel type]]''': [[IPS]] <br/>'''[[Resolution]]''': 2560 x 1440 <br/>'''[[Pixel density|PPI]]''': 169.78 <br/>'''[[Aspect Ratio|Aspect ratio]]''': 16:9 <br/>'''[[Refresh Rate|Refresh rate]]''': 240 Hz <br/>'''[[Brightness|Brightness]]''': 384 Nits <br/>'''[[Color Gamut|sRGB]]''': 100 % <br/>'''[[Color Gamut|Adobe RGB]]''': 86 % <br/>'''[[Color Gamut|P3]]''': 97 %
| graphics = [[Nvidia RTX 3080 Ti]] [[Total GPU Power|175 W]]
| sound =
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| connectivity = '''[[WiFi|WiFi version]]''': 6E <br/>'''[[Bluetooth|Bluetooth version]]''': 5.2 <br/>'''[[USB Type-A|USB type-A]]''': 3 <br/>'''[[USB-C]]''': 2 <br/>'''[[Thunderbolt 3]]''': 0 <br/>'''[[Thunderbolt 4]]''': 1 <br/>'''[[HDMI]]''': 1 <br/>'''[[DisplayPort]]''': 1 <br/>'''[[USB4]]''': Yes <br/>'''[[Ethernet]]''': Yes <br/>'''[[USB-C|USB-C charging]]''': No
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| dimensions = '''W''': {{convert|15.6|in|cm}} <br/>'''D''': {{convert|11.2|in|cm}} <br/>'''H''': {{convert|1.02|in|cm}}
| battery = 99.9 Wh
| weight = {{convert|6.39|lbs|g}}
| weight of power brick = {{convert|1.92|lbs|g}}
| number pad = Yes
| backlit keyboard = Yes
| keyboard lighting color = RGB
| fingerprint reader = No
| facial recognition = No
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| website = [https://www.msi.com/Laptop/Raider-GE76-12UX/Specification MSI]
}}The MSI Raider GE76 (2022) is a laptop.


== Reviews ==
      {{Infobox computing device
  | name = MSI Raider GE76 (2022)
  | title =  
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  | release date = {{Start date and age|2022|01|df=yes|br=y}}
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  | price =  [[Malaysian ringgit|RM]] 20,999
  | discontinued = No
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  | os = [[Windows 11 Home]]<br>
  (Can be configured with [[Windows 11 Pro]])
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  | cpu = [[Intel Core i9-12900HK]]
  | memory = 32 GB or 64 GB DDR5-4800 MHz SODIMM (supports up to 64 GB)
  | memory slots = 2 user accessible
  | storage = 2 TB NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD
  | storage slots = 2 user accessible
  | memory card = 1x SD Express Card Reader
  | camera = '''Front:''' 1080p with dual microphone<br/>
  | display = '''[[Screen Size|Screen size]]''': 17.3 inch <br/>'''[[Panel Type|Panel type]]''': [[IPS]] <br/>'''[[Coating]]''': Matte (anti-glare)<br>'''[[Resolution]]''': 1920 x 1080, 2560 x 1440, or 3840 x 2160 <br/>'''[[Refresh Rate|Refresh rate]]''': 120 Hz, 240 Hz, or 360 Hz <br/>'''[[Brightness|Brightness]]''': 290 to 299 Nits <br/>'''[[Color Gamut|sRGB]]''': 93 % <br/>'''[[Color Gamut|Adobe RGB]]''': 100 % <br/>'''[[Variable Refresh Rate|VRR]]''': [[Nvidia G-Sync|G-Sync]]<br>'''Screen-to-body ratio''':
  | graphics = [[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop]] 8 GB [[Video Memory|GDDR6]] [[Total GPU Power|150 W]] w/ Dynamic Boost <br/>[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop]] 8 GB [[Video Memory|GDDR6]] [[Total GPU Power|165 W]] w/ Dynamic Boost <br/>[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop]] 16 GB [[Video Memory|GDDR6]] [[Total GPU Power|175 W]] w/ Dynamic Boost
  | sound = 2 x 1 W stereo speakers, 2 x 2 W woofers
  | input =
  | controllers =
  | touchpad = Standard
  | connectivity = Killer Gb LAN (Up to 2.5G)<br>Intel® Killer™ AX Wi-Fi 6E<br>[[Bluetooth]] 5.2<br>2 x [[USB]] 3.2 Gen 1 ([[Type-A]])<br>1 x [[USB]] 3.2 Gen 2 ([[Type-A]])<br>1 x [[USB]] 3.2 Gen 2 ([[Type-C]], [[DisplayPort|DP]] 1.4)<br>1 x [[USB]] 3.2 Gen 2 ([[Type-C]], [[DisplayPort|DP]] 1.4, [[Thunderbolt]] 4)<br>1 x [[HDMI]] 2.1<br>1 x [[Mini-DisplayPort]]<br>1 x [[3.5mm headphone/microphone jack]]<br> 
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  | dimensions = '''W''': {{convert|397|mm|in}} <br/>'''D''': {{convert|284|mm|in}} <br/>'''H''': {{convert|25.9|mm|in}}
  | battery = 4 cell Li-Polymer 99.9 Wh
  | weight = {{convert|2.9|kg|lbs}}
  | weight of power brick = 330W or 280W AC adapter
  | number pad = Full size
  | chassis = '''Color''': Titanium Blue<br>'''Materials''': Aluminum lid; Polycarbonate palm rest, sides and bottom cover<br>'''Cooling''': Dual fan system
  | keyboard lighting color = Per-Key RGB backlit, black (US)<br>Standard full size layout
  | fingerprint reader = No
  | facial recognition = No
  | special features =
  | topgame =
  | compatibility =
  | predecessor =
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  | website = [https://www.msi.com/Laptop/Raider-GE76-12UX/Specification MSI]
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    The '''MSI Raider GE76 (2022)''' is a high-performance gaming laptop equipped with [[Intel 12th gen]] Alder Lake processors and [[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3000]] series mobile GPUs. Available configurations vary by store and location.<ref name="specs">{{cite web |url=https://www.msi.com/Laptop/Raider-GE76-12UX/Specification |title=Raider GE76 (2022) Specifications |publisher=MSI}}</ref> The Raider GE76 is positioned as a flagship gaming laptop, combining cutting-edge technology with a sleek design.<ref name="techcritter">{{cite web |url=https://www.tech-critter.com/review-msi-raider-ge76-deluxe-edition/ |title=MSI Raider GE76 Deluxe Edition Review |publisher=TechCritter}}</ref>


== Purchase Links ==
== Primary Hardware ==
[https://www.newegg.com/titanium-blue-msi-ge-series-raider-ge76-12uhs-255-gaming/p/N82E16834156179 Newegg]
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=== [[Central Processing Unit (CPU)|Processor]] ===
The Raider GE76 (2022) can come with the following processors<ref name="specs" />:
*[[Intel Core i9-12900HK]] with 14 cores (6 [[Performance Cores|P-cores]] + 8 [[Efficiency cores|E-cores]]) and 20 threads, 24 [[Bytes|MB]] cache and a max frequency of 5.0 [[Clock Speed|Ghz]] for P-cores and 3.8 Ghz for E-cores.


The Intel Core i9-12900HK processor delivers exceptional performance, particularly in single-core tasks, which is crucial for gaming and demanding applications. It excels in multi-threaded workloads as well, making it suitable for content creation and heavy multitasking.<ref name="techcritter" /> The performance is very impressive compared to the old Tiger Lake generation, with the GE76 being about 30-50% faster than laptops with the i7-11800H and i9-11900H.<ref name="notebookcheck">{{cite web |url=https://www.notebookcheck.net/MSI-GE76-Raider-Laptop-Review-With-Alder-Lake-and-RTX-3080-Ti-to-gaming-heaven.595391.0.html |title=MSI GE76 Raider Laptop Review |publisher=NotebookCheck}}</ref>
'''Benchmarks''':
*Cinebench R23 Multi Core: 18288 Points<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*Geekbench 5.5 Multi-Core: 13648 Points<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*7-Zip 18.03: 72836 MIPS<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*Blender - v2.79 BMW27 CPU: 181 Seconds<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== [[Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)|Graphics]] ===
In addition to the integrated [[Intel Iris Xe Graphics]], the Raider GE76 (2022) ships with the following discrete GPUs<ref name="specs" />:
*[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop]] GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory, 1535 MHz boost clock, and 150 W [[Total Graphics Power|Total Graphics Power (TGP)]].
*[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop]] GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 memory, 1760 MHz boost clock, and 165 W TGP.
*[[Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop]] GPU with 16 GB GDDR6 memory, 1640 MHz boost clock, and 175 W TGP.
The RTX 3080 Ti (175W TGP) provides impressive graphics performance, but struggles to maintain 60fps in demanding titles at 4K resolution. However, it shines at 1440p resolution, delivering smooth gameplay and high frame rates, making it ideal for gaming at that resolution.<ref name="techcritter" /> The RTX 3080 Ti is a performance monster, outperforming previous laptops in benchmarks, with a maximum TGP of 175 Watts. It excels in both gaming and content creation tasks, providing high frame rates even at 4K resolution.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
'''Benchmarks''':
*3DMark Fire Strike Graphics: 34041 Points<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*3DMark Time Spy Graphics: 13324 Points<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*3DMark 11 - 1280x720 Performance GPU: 45050 Points<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== [[Random Access Memory (RAM)|Memory]] ===
The [[Intel HM670]] chipset used in the Raider GE76 supports a maximum of 2 SO-DIMM sticks and the 12th Generation Intel processors support up to 64 GB DDR5-4800Mhz memory.<ref name="specs" />
Pre-configured SKUs come with either 32 GB (2 x 16) or 64 GB (2 x 32) DDR5-4800 Memory. These sticks perform identically even when paired with different CPUs.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
'''Benchmarks''':
*AIDA64 Memory Copy: 62554 MB/s<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*AIDA64 Memory Read: 65452 MB/s<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*AIDA64 Memory Write: 64282 MB/s<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*AIDA64 Memory Latency: 92.6 ns<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== [[Storage]] ===
The Raider GE76 can ship with up to 2 TB NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD depending on the seller. The OEM SSD only uses 1 slot in all configurations leaving the other slot open for upgrades.
Reviews of the i9 12900HK + RTX 3080 Ti SKUs note that both came with the [[Samsung]] PM9A1 2 TB SSD which is an OEM version of the popular 980 Pro. This SSD offers impressive transfer rates, with sequential read and write speeds exceeding 5000 MB/s, making it ideal for loading games and applications quickly.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
'''Benchmarks''':
*CrystalDiskMark 5/6 Read Seq: 7095 MB/s<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*CrystalDiskMark 5/6 Write Seq: 5131 MB/s<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*AS SSD Benchmark Read: 5120 MB/s<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*AS SSD Benchmark Write: 3692 MB/s<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== Co-processors ===
The Raider GE76 includes integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7. This co-processor handles light workloads effectively, improving power consumption and battery life. It is suitable for basic tasks like web browsing and video playback.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
== Input Devices ==
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=== [[Keyboard]] ===
The Raider GE76 comes with a SteelSeries keyboard with per-key RGB backlighting. The keyboard provides a comfortable typing experience with tactile feedback. The RGB backlighting is customizable through the SteelSeries GG software, allowing users to personalize their setup.<ref name="techcritter" />
The keyboard layout is unusual but offers good feedback and customization options, making it suitable for gaming and typing.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== [[Touchpad]] ===
The Raider GE76 comes with a standard touchpad. It is functional but not particularly noteworthy, providing basic navigation capabilities.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== [[Webcam]] ===
The Raider GE76 comes with a 1080p webcam. The webcam has poor quality, not suitable for professional use, with low resolution and image quality.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== [[Microphone]] ===
The Raider GE76 comes with an integrated microphone. The microphone quality is average, suitable for basic use such as video calls.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
== Output Devices ==
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=== [[Display]] ===
MSI ships the Raider GE76 with three confirmed factory color calibrated displays<ref name="specs" />:
* 17.3" FHD (1920x1080), 360Hz, IPS-Level
* 17.3" QHD (2560x1440), 240Hz, IPS-Level
* 17.3" UHD (3840x2160), 120Hz, IPS-Level
The display offers bright and vibrant colors with 93% sRGB coverage and a low delta-e value, ensuring accurate color reproduction. The 120Hz refresh rate, while not the fastest, is impressive for a 4K panel, providing a smooth visual experience for both gaming and productivity tasks.<ref name="techcritter" /> The display is ideal for fast-paced gaming, with minimal motion blur.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
'''Benchmarks''':
*Maximum brightness: 299 cd/m²<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*Average brightness: 290 cd/m²<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*Contrast: 1261:1<ref name="notebookcheck" />
*Color accuracy (ΔE): 1.59<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== [[Audio]] ===
The Raider GE76 comes with two bottom-facing speakers near the front corners in stereo configuration and two woofers.<ref name="specs" />
The speakers are relatively loud (84 dB) with decent sound quality, providing an immersive audio experience for gaming and media consumption.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
== Connectivity ==
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=== [[WiFi]] ===
MSI equips the Raider GE76 with an [[Intel AX211]] [[WiFi]] 6E WLAN module.<ref name="specs" />
The WiFi performance is good with high data transfer rates, supporting the latest Wi-Fi standards for fast internet connectivity.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== [[Bluetooth]] ===
The Raider GE76 comes with a Bluetooth 5.2 module.<ref name="specs" />
=== [[SD Card Reader]] ===
The Raider GE76 includes a UHS-II SD card reader. The inclusion of a UHS-II SD card reader enhances the laptop's versatility, making it easier for content creators to transfer files quickly.<ref name="techcritter" />
=== [[USB]] ===
MSI equips the Raider GE76 with the following [[Universal Serial Bus|USB]] ports<ref name="specs" />:
* 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2 / DP)
* 1 x USB-C (USB / DP / Thunderbolt 4)
* 2 x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
* 1 x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
=== Display Outputs ===
The Raider GE76 comes with 3 display outputs:<ref name="specs" />
* 1 x HDMI 2.1 (8K @ 60Hz / 4K @ 120Hz)
* 1 x Mini-DisplayPort
* 1 x USB-C (USB / DP / Thunderbolt 4)
The Raider supports up to 4 displays simultaneously including the built-in display.<ref name="specs" />
== Case ==
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The Raider GE76 (2022) is available in one color: Titanium Blue.<ref name="specs" /> The chassis is a mix of robust and portable design. The laptop features a clean design with an embossed MSI Dragon logo on the back and a prominent front light bar for RGB lighting, appealing to gamers who appreciate aesthetics.<ref name="techcritter" /> The display lid is made out of anodized matte aluminum alloy while the keyboard deck and bottom cover are made out of PC-ABS plastic.<ref name="notebookcheck" /> The lid opens to the full 180 degrees however the hinge rigidity weakens past ~160 degrees.<ref name="notebookcheck" /> Surfaces are slightly roughened to reduce fingerprint buildup however it still attracts dust and fingerprints.<ref name="notebookcheck" /> The rear is elongated beyond the display lid and is thicker as well to accommodate a larger internal cooling solution. This contributes to the heavy weight of {{convert|2.9|kg|lbs}}.<ref name="notebookcheck" /> There are two MSI logos - one on the lid on the bottom left and another on the palm rest on the right. There is one big MSI Dragon logo on the top right side of the lid.<ref name="specs" />
The chassis has a more professional look compared to the previous model with a uniform color instead of a two-tone silver and gray color scheme. There are fewer accents and angles as well.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
Chassis rigidity is excellent with no audible creaking or weak points. The base and lid exhibit some twisting not enough to be concerning.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
== Maintenance ==
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The bottom panel is held on by 10 Philips-head screws. Four screws on the leading edge are shorter than the rest. There are clips securing the panel that must be popped up after removing the screws.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
'''Upgradeable components:'''<ref name="notebookcheck" />
* 99.9 WHr battery.
* Two M.2 2280 PCIe4 x4 SSDs each covered by an aluminum heatsink (most configurations only have one slot filled from the factory).
* Two DDR5-4800 SODIMMs covered by a single plastic shield (most configurations only have one slot filled from the factory).
* M.2 2230 wireless card.
== Cooling System ==
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The Raider GE76 is equipped with dual fans connected to the core components with multiple heat pipes. The system intakes air from the side and bottom grilles and exhausts air through the back grilles.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== Heat ===
Surface temperatures vary depending on the configuration.
The i9 12900HK + RTX 3080 Ti SKU gets quite warm while idling, up to 39 °C on the bottom of the device. The left side with the WASD keys heats up more than the right side. Under heavy load, there is a hot spot of 57 °C on the bottom.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
'''Benchmarks:'''
* Maximum upper side: ~43 °C<**Benchmarks:**
* Maximum upper side: ~43 °C
* Maximum bottom: ~57 °C
* Idle upper side: ~30 °C
* Idle bottom: ~34 °C
=== Noise ===
There is no electronic noise or coil whine. The laptop is effectively silent during undemanding loads like light browsing or video playback, hovering below 30 dB(A). During intensive tasks, the fans quickly ramp up even when set to balanced mode. Fan noise while gaming in balanced mode is identical to performance mode despite temperatures being noticeably lower in balanced mode. During intensive tasks, the laptop emits noise above 50 dB(A) and is louder than most other gaming laptops.<ref name="notebookcheck" /> Most variants emit the same amount of noise with more powerful configurations being slightly louder.<ref name="notebookcheck" /><ref name="techcritter" />
**Benchmarks:**
* Load: 50 / 53 dB(A)<ref name="notebookcheck" />
== Energy Management ==
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=== Power Consumption ===
The Raider GE76 ships with a large 330 W AC adapter for the 12UHS model and a 280 W AC adapter for the 12UH and 12UGS models.<ref name="specs" />
MSI remains very liberal with the power supplied to the CPU during combined CPU and GPU loads. Both the i9 12900HK + RTX 3080 Ti and i9 12900HK + RTX 3080 SKUs consume around 220 W during load with temporary spikes to around 290 W.<ref name="notebookcheck" /><ref name="techcritter" />
The i9 12900HK + RTX 3080 Ti Raider draws around 50 W when idling for the most part, reducing to 15-20 W after waiting a very long time and any minor input brings the consumption back up to 50 W.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
**Benchmarks:**
* Load: 118 / 272 Watts<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== Battery Life ===
All Raider GE76 SKUs come with a 99.9 WHr Li-Polymer battery that MSI claims can provide up to 6 hours of battery life under normal usage with screen brightness below 50% and battery-saver mode.<ref name="specs" />
The battery life during light tasks is slightly below average for this class of laptop. Many competitors now include 90+ Whr batteries.<ref name="notebookcheck" /> Reviews verify the charging claims to be accurate.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
**Benchmarks:**
* WiFi Websurfing: 5h 06min<ref name="notebookcheck" />
* Normal usage: ~6 hours<ref name="techcritter" />
== Biometrics ==
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The Raider GE76 does not support [[Windows Hello]] face recognition and does not have a fingerprint reader.
== [[Software]] ==
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All SKUs ship with Windows 11 Home but the laptop can be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro, either manually or when buying directly from MSI.
=== Preinstalled Software ===
==== MSI Center ====
The MSI Center program acts as the primary control center in the Raider GE76. In addition to the performance profiles, the program also handles keyboard lighting macro keys, hardware troubleshooting, always on USB settings, toggling flip to start (opening the lid starts the laptop), battery conservation mode (limit charge to 80 %), MUX switch, system updates and other things.<ref name="notebookcheck" /><ref name="techcritter" />
There are three preset performance profiles - quiet, balanced and performance. MSI supports adding an AI engine in balanced mode that automatically adjusts system parameters based on the context. There is also a customized mode where the user can manually set various parameters.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
Most reviewers use performance mode for performance benchmarks and quiet mode for the battery tests unless otherwise stated.<ref name="notebookcheck" /><ref name="techcritter" />
==== Other Preinstalled Software ====
The Raider also comes with other less useful software like MSI App Player, which allows users to play mobile games on their PC, and MSI True Color, which provides various color profiles for the display.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
There is also unwanted software like 30-day McAfee security trial.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== [[Linux|Linux Support]] ===
Linux support is not specified, indicating potential compatibility issues for Linux users.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
== Accessories & Warranty ==
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The Raider GE76 comes with a 330 W or 280 W AC adapter and paperwork.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.<ref name="notebookcheck" />
== Reviews Summary ==
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=== Overall Sentiment ===
The Raider GE76 is considered one of the best gaming laptops at its price with high CPU and GPU performance relative to competitors. Often found under RM20,999, the Raider is suitable for people looking for a high-performance gaming laptop without breaking the bank. The laptop also comes with a decent screen for gaming and is highly upgradeable. The primary downsides are the poor battery life, large size, and weight which make it unsuitable for portable use away from an outlet for a long time.<ref name="techcritter" /><ref name="notebookcheck" />
=== Problems Summary<ref name="techcritter" /><ref name="notebookcheck" /> ===
* Poor webcam quality.
* No SD card reader.
* Below average speakers given the form factor.
* High idle power consumption.
* Higher than average surface temperatures while idling and during intensive tasks.
* Below average battery life.
* Heavy.
* Large size.
=== Links ===
i9-12900HK, RTX 3080 Ti, 32 GB RAM, 2 TB SSD:  [https://www.tech-critter.com/review-msi-raider-ge76-deluxe-edition/ TechCritter],
i9-12900HK, RTX 3080 Ti, 32 GB RAM, 2 TB SSD: [https://www.notebookcheck.net/MSI-GE76-Raider-Laptop-Review-With-Alder-Lake-and-RTX-3080-Ti-to-gaming-heaven.595391.0.html NoteBookCheck]
== Community Reception ==
=== Overall Sentiment ===
=== Problems Summary ===
== References ==
[[Category:Laptops]]
[[Category:Laptops]]
[[Category:MSI Laptops]]
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[[Category:Raider]]
[[Category:Raider GE]]
 
[[Category:2022 Laptops]]
[[Category:2022 Laptops]]
 
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MSI Raider GE76 (2022)
ManufacturerMSI
Release dateJanuary 2022;
4 years ago (2022-01)
Introductory priceRM 20,999
DiscontinuedNo
Operating systemWindows 11 Home
(Can be configured with Windows 11 Pro)
CPUIntel Core i9-12900HK
Memory32 GB or 64 GB DDR5-4800 MHz SODIMM (supports up to 64 GB)
Memory slots2 user accessible
Storage2 TB NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD
Storage slots2 user accessible
Removable storage1x SD Express Card Reader
DisplayScreen size: 17.3 inch
Panel type: IPS
Coating: Matte (anti-glare)
Resolution: 1920 x 1080, 2560 x 1440, or 3840 x 2160
Refresh rate: 120 Hz, 240 Hz, or 360 Hz
Brightness: 290 to 299 Nits
sRGB: 93 %
Adobe RGB: 100 %
VRR: G-Sync
Screen-to-body ratio:
GraphicsNvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop 8 GB GDDR6 150 W w/ Dynamic Boost
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop 8 GB GDDR6 165 W w/ Dynamic Boost
Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop 16 GB GDDR6 175 W w/ Dynamic Boost
Sound2 x 1 W stereo speakers, 2 x 2 W woofers
CameraFront: 1080p with dual microphone
TouchpadStandard
ConnectivityKiller Gb LAN (Up to 2.5G)
Intel® Killer™ AX Wi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth 5.2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type-A)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C, DP 1.4)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C, DP 1.4, Thunderbolt 4)
1 x HDMI 2.1
1 x Mini-DisplayPort
1 x 3.5mm headphone/microphone jack
DimensionsW: 397 millimetres (15.6 in)
D: 284 millimetres (11.2 in)
H: 25.9 millimetres (1.02 in)
Mass2.9 kilograms (6.4 lb)
Power brick330W or 280W AC adapter
Battery4 cell Li-Polymer 99.9 Wh
KeyboardPer-Key RGB backlit, black (US)
Standard full size layout
ChassisColor: Titanium Blue
Materials: Aluminum lid; Polycarbonate palm rest, sides and bottom cover
Cooling: Dual fan system
Number padFull size
Fingerprint readerNo
Facial recognitionNo
WebsiteMSI

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   The MSI Raider GE76 (2022) is a high-performance gaming laptop equipped with Intel 12th gen Alder Lake processors and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3000 series mobile GPUs. Available configurations vary by store and location.[1] The Raider GE76 is positioned as a flagship gaming laptop, combining cutting-edge technology with a sleek design.[2]

Primary Hardware

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Processor

The Raider GE76 (2022) can come with the following processors[1]:

The Intel Core i9-12900HK processor delivers exceptional performance, particularly in single-core tasks, which is crucial for gaming and demanding applications. It excels in multi-threaded workloads as well, making it suitable for content creation and heavy multitasking.[2] The performance is very impressive compared to the old Tiger Lake generation, with the GE76 being about 30-50% faster than laptops with the i7-11800H and i9-11900H.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • Cinebench R23 Multi Core: 18288 Points[3]
  • Geekbench 5.5 Multi-Core: 13648 Points[3]
  • 7-Zip 18.03: 72836 MIPS[3]
  • Blender - v2.79 BMW27 CPU: 181 Seconds[3]

Graphics

In addition to the integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics, the Raider GE76 (2022) ships with the following discrete GPUs[1]:

The RTX 3080 Ti (175W TGP) provides impressive graphics performance, but struggles to maintain 60fps in demanding titles at 4K resolution. However, it shines at 1440p resolution, delivering smooth gameplay and high frame rates, making it ideal for gaming at that resolution.[2] The RTX 3080 Ti is a performance monster, outperforming previous laptops in benchmarks, with a maximum TGP of 175 Watts. It excels in both gaming and content creation tasks, providing high frame rates even at 4K resolution.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • 3DMark Fire Strike Graphics: 34041 Points[3]
  • 3DMark Time Spy Graphics: 13324 Points[3]
  • 3DMark 11 - 1280x720 Performance GPU: 45050 Points[3]

Memory

The Intel HM670 chipset used in the Raider GE76 supports a maximum of 2 SO-DIMM sticks and the 12th Generation Intel processors support up to 64 GB DDR5-4800Mhz memory.[1]

Pre-configured SKUs come with either 32 GB (2 x 16) or 64 GB (2 x 32) DDR5-4800 Memory. These sticks perform identically even when paired with different CPUs.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • AIDA64 Memory Copy: 62554 MB/s[3]
  • AIDA64 Memory Read: 65452 MB/s[3]
  • AIDA64 Memory Write: 64282 MB/s[3]
  • AIDA64 Memory Latency: 92.6 ns[3]

Storage

The Raider GE76 can ship with up to 2 TB NVMe PCIe Gen4x4 SSD depending on the seller. The OEM SSD only uses 1 slot in all configurations leaving the other slot open for upgrades.

Reviews of the i9 12900HK + RTX 3080 Ti SKUs note that both came with the Samsung PM9A1 2 TB SSD which is an OEM version of the popular 980 Pro. This SSD offers impressive transfer rates, with sequential read and write speeds exceeding 5000 MB/s, making it ideal for loading games and applications quickly.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • CrystalDiskMark 5/6 Read Seq: 7095 MB/s[3]
  • CrystalDiskMark 5/6 Write Seq: 5131 MB/s[3]
  • AS SSD Benchmark Read: 5120 MB/s[3]
  • AS SSD Benchmark Write: 3692 MB/s[3]

Co-processors

The Raider GE76 includes integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7. This co-processor handles light workloads effectively, improving power consumption and battery life. It is suitable for basic tasks like web browsing and video playback.[3]

Input Devices

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Keyboard

The Raider GE76 comes with a SteelSeries keyboard with per-key RGB backlighting. The keyboard provides a comfortable typing experience with tactile feedback. The RGB backlighting is customizable through the SteelSeries GG software, allowing users to personalize their setup.[2]

The keyboard layout is unusual but offers good feedback and customization options, making it suitable for gaming and typing.[3]

Touchpad

The Raider GE76 comes with a standard touchpad. It is functional but not particularly noteworthy, providing basic navigation capabilities.[3]

Webcam

The Raider GE76 comes with a 1080p webcam. The webcam has poor quality, not suitable for professional use, with low resolution and image quality.[3]

Microphone

The Raider GE76 comes with an integrated microphone. The microphone quality is average, suitable for basic use such as video calls.[3]

Output Devices

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Display

MSI ships the Raider GE76 with three confirmed factory color calibrated displays[1]:

  • 17.3" FHD (1920x1080), 360Hz, IPS-Level
  • 17.3" QHD (2560x1440), 240Hz, IPS-Level
  • 17.3" UHD (3840x2160), 120Hz, IPS-Level

The display offers bright and vibrant colors with 93% sRGB coverage and a low delta-e value, ensuring accurate color reproduction. The 120Hz refresh rate, while not the fastest, is impressive for a 4K panel, providing a smooth visual experience for both gaming and productivity tasks.[2] The display is ideal for fast-paced gaming, with minimal motion blur.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • Maximum brightness: 299 cd/m²[3]
  • Average brightness: 290 cd/m²[3]
  • Contrast: 1261:1[3]
  • Color accuracy (ΔE): 1.59[3]

Audio

The Raider GE76 comes with two bottom-facing speakers near the front corners in stereo configuration and two woofers.[1]

The speakers are relatively loud (84 dB) with decent sound quality, providing an immersive audio experience for gaming and media consumption.[3]

Connectivity

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WiFi

MSI equips the Raider GE76 with an Intel AX211 WiFi 6E WLAN module.[1]

The WiFi performance is good with high data transfer rates, supporting the latest Wi-Fi standards for fast internet connectivity.[3]

Bluetooth

The Raider GE76 comes with a Bluetooth 5.2 module.[1]

SD Card Reader

The Raider GE76 includes a UHS-II SD card reader. The inclusion of a UHS-II SD card reader enhances the laptop's versatility, making it easier for content creators to transfer files quickly.[2]

USB

MSI equips the Raider GE76 with the following USB ports[1]:

  • 1 x USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2 / DP)
  • 1 x USB-C (USB / DP / Thunderbolt 4)
  • 2 x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
  • 1 x USB-A (USB 3.2 Gen 2)

Display Outputs

The Raider GE76 comes with 3 display outputs:[1]

  • 1 x HDMI 2.1 (8K @ 60Hz / 4K @ 120Hz)
  • 1 x Mini-DisplayPort
  • 1 x USB-C (USB / DP / Thunderbolt 4)

The Raider supports up to 4 displays simultaneously including the built-in display.[1]

Case

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The Raider GE76 (2022) is available in one color: Titanium Blue.[1] The chassis is a mix of robust and portable design. The laptop features a clean design with an embossed MSI Dragon logo on the back and a prominent front light bar for RGB lighting, appealing to gamers who appreciate aesthetics.[2] The display lid is made out of anodized matte aluminum alloy while the keyboard deck and bottom cover are made out of PC-ABS plastic.[3] The lid opens to the full 180 degrees however the hinge rigidity weakens past ~160 degrees.[3] Surfaces are slightly roughened to reduce fingerprint buildup however it still attracts dust and fingerprints.[3] The rear is elongated beyond the display lid and is thicker as well to accommodate a larger internal cooling solution. This contributes to the heavy weight of 2.9 kilograms (6.4 lb).[3] There are two MSI logos - one on the lid on the bottom left and another on the palm rest on the right. There is one big MSI Dragon logo on the top right side of the lid.[1]

The chassis has a more professional look compared to the previous model with a uniform color instead of a two-tone silver and gray color scheme. There are fewer accents and angles as well.[3]

Chassis rigidity is excellent with no audible creaking or weak points. The base and lid exhibit some twisting not enough to be concerning.[3]

Maintenance

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The bottom panel is held on by 10 Philips-head screws. Four screws on the leading edge are shorter than the rest. There are clips securing the panel that must be popped up after removing the screws.[3]

Upgradeable components:[3]

  • 99.9 WHr battery.
  • Two M.2 2280 PCIe4 x4 SSDs each covered by an aluminum heatsink (most configurations only have one slot filled from the factory).
  • Two DDR5-4800 SODIMMs covered by a single plastic shield (most configurations only have one slot filled from the factory).
  • M.2 2230 wireless card.

Cooling System

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The Raider GE76 is equipped with dual fans connected to the core components with multiple heat pipes. The system intakes air from the side and bottom grilles and exhausts air through the back grilles.[3]

Heat

Surface temperatures vary depending on the configuration.

The i9 12900HK + RTX 3080 Ti SKU gets quite warm while idling, up to 39 °C on the bottom of the device. The left side with the WASD keys heats up more than the right side. Under heavy load, there is a hot spot of 57 °C on the bottom.[3]

Benchmarks:

  • Maximum upper side: ~43 °C<**Benchmarks:**
  • Maximum upper side: ~43 °C
  • Maximum bottom: ~57 °C
  • Idle upper side: ~30 °C
  • Idle bottom: ~34 °C

Noise

There is no electronic noise or coil whine. The laptop is effectively silent during undemanding loads like light browsing or video playback, hovering below 30 dB(A). During intensive tasks, the fans quickly ramp up even when set to balanced mode. Fan noise while gaming in balanced mode is identical to performance mode despite temperatures being noticeably lower in balanced mode. During intensive tasks, the laptop emits noise above 50 dB(A) and is louder than most other gaming laptops.[3] Most variants emit the same amount of noise with more powerful configurations being slightly louder.[3][2]

    • Benchmarks:**
  • Load: 50 / 53 dB(A)[3]

Energy Management

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Power Consumption

The Raider GE76 ships with a large 330 W AC adapter for the 12UHS model and a 280 W AC adapter for the 12UH and 12UGS models.[1]

MSI remains very liberal with the power supplied to the CPU during combined CPU and GPU loads. Both the i9 12900HK + RTX 3080 Ti and i9 12900HK + RTX 3080 SKUs consume around 220 W during load with temporary spikes to around 290 W.[3][2]

The i9 12900HK + RTX 3080 Ti Raider draws around 50 W when idling for the most part, reducing to 15-20 W after waiting a very long time and any minor input brings the consumption back up to 50 W.[3]

    • Benchmarks:**
  • Load: 118 / 272 Watts[3]

Battery Life

All Raider GE76 SKUs come with a 99.9 WHr Li-Polymer battery that MSI claims can provide up to 6 hours of battery life under normal usage with screen brightness below 50% and battery-saver mode.[1]

The battery life during light tasks is slightly below average for this class of laptop. Many competitors now include 90+ Whr batteries.[3] Reviews verify the charging claims to be accurate.[3]

    • Benchmarks:**
  • WiFi Websurfing: 5h 06min[3]
  • Normal usage: ~6 hours[2]

Biometrics

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The Raider GE76 does not support Windows Hello face recognition and does not have a fingerprint reader.

Software

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All SKUs ship with Windows 11 Home but the laptop can be upgraded to Windows 11 Pro, either manually or when buying directly from MSI.

Preinstalled Software

MSI Center

The MSI Center program acts as the primary control center in the Raider GE76. In addition to the performance profiles, the program also handles keyboard lighting macro keys, hardware troubleshooting, always on USB settings, toggling flip to start (opening the lid starts the laptop), battery conservation mode (limit charge to 80 %), MUX switch, system updates and other things.[3][2]

There are three preset performance profiles - quiet, balanced and performance. MSI supports adding an AI engine in balanced mode that automatically adjusts system parameters based on the context. There is also a customized mode where the user can manually set various parameters.[3]

Most reviewers use performance mode for performance benchmarks and quiet mode for the battery tests unless otherwise stated.[3][2]

Other Preinstalled Software

The Raider also comes with other less useful software like MSI App Player, which allows users to play mobile games on their PC, and MSI True Color, which provides various color profiles for the display.[3]

There is also unwanted software like 30-day McAfee security trial.[3]

Linux Support

Linux support is not specified, indicating potential compatibility issues for Linux users.[3]

Accessories & Warranty

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The Raider GE76 comes with a 330 W or 280 W AC adapter and paperwork.[3]

There is a one-year limited manufacturer warranty if purchased in the US.[3]

Reviews Summary

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Overall Sentiment

The Raider GE76 is considered one of the best gaming laptops at its price with high CPU and GPU performance relative to competitors. Often found under RM20,999, the Raider is suitable for people looking for a high-performance gaming laptop without breaking the bank. The laptop also comes with a decent screen for gaming and is highly upgradeable. The primary downsides are the poor battery life, large size, and weight which make it unsuitable for portable use away from an outlet for a long time.[2][3]

Problems Summary[2][3]

  • Poor webcam quality.
  • No SD card reader.
  • Below average speakers given the form factor.
  • High idle power consumption.
  • Higher than average surface temperatures while idling and during intensive tasks.
  • Below average battery life.
  • Heavy.
  • Large size.

Links

i9-12900HK, RTX 3080 Ti, 32 GB RAM, 2 TB SSD: TechCritter,

i9-12900HK, RTX 3080 Ti, 32 GB RAM, 2 TB SSD: NoteBookCheck

Community Reception

Overall Sentiment

Problems Summary

References

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  2. ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 2.12 2.13 "MSI Raider GE76 Deluxe Edition Review". TechCritter.
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