MSI GE76 Raider RTX 3080 Review - Fastest Gaming Laptop?

[@alwaysasn]

Lisa doing a 21 minute review on a laptop I'll never buy is the perfect "I'm making dinner" video.

[@gyozakeynsianism]

Ah I could have made dinner! Oh well, I still had fun.

[@strat0caster124]

Or the perfect "Waiting for Monster Hunter Rise to finish downloading" video!

[@proz71ful19]

What did you make

[@alwaysasn]

@@proz71ful19 I made an instant pot chicken soup with a bit of cumin and peanut marinade tuna steak.

[@DziworshieEdward-main]

Exactly what we are here for

[@SonicDestiny]

I just bought Msi GE 76 Raider with 4K 120 hz display, 10980hk , 3080 and 64GB ram

[@mobiletechreview]

Do you have the exact model number? I can't find it on their US website with 4K 120Hz (only 60Hz), or is that the Tiamat?

[@Niles-Guy]

BS because the 4k version is not found here in U.S,. Bruh share the link as proof

[@abhigyandatta13]

@@mobiletechreview it’s the model reviewed by Jarrod’sTech. 4K 120hz the way to go imo

[@lantech7709]

Yeah I thought razer has the only 17 inch 4k 120 hz screen option. I just got last year razer blade pro 17 2080 super 4k 120 hz. $2400 open box on Amazon.com

[@SonicDestiny]

@@mobiletechreview It is Msi GE 76 Raider 10UH-231 with 4K display option. They doesn`t mention 120hz in official site or other shops at all, make you think it is classic 60 hz but it is definetly 120 hz. Tiamat edition is exact copy of it with same specs but they already mentioned 4k 120 hz display.

[@ambkor95]

Lisa, every two years i start looking into laptops and computers. You never disappoint, always amaze me how detail you go. Thank you for always offering this videos. Love them!

[@Beastw1ck]

Lisa doing a repaste and undervolt when reviewing a laptop like a boss. She’s the most hardcore/legit tech reviewer on KZbin.

[@DefaultProgger]

I have this laptop and I'm really glad that I made a choice in his direction, and not in the direction of ASUS ROG STRIX. Thx for review, u're my favorite mother :3

[@Teddyponsel2626]

For me, I just received my ASUS ROG STRIX and was glad I didn't made a choice in MSI direction. What sold the most for me is the QHD panel ona 15" option, because the 17" is too big for me.

[@mobiletechreview]

Curious as to why you decided against the ROG Strix? GPU wattage?

[@HeavyRayne]

@@mobiletechreview The gpu wattage and the lack of another video out (I really wish it had mini dp) is what's keeping me from the rog

[@tedbundy2585]

I bought my first MSI computer because of this channel. Ordered my i9 165W Ge76. I have always used the MSI brand for gaming but mainly music production since I never get what's called underruns when making music with these.

[@gregfisher545]

Ended up with the Alienware M17 r4 and very happy. Was a ge75 owner (2080) and it was a solid machine but wanted something that could do power delivery on USB c. The Alienware can send 65w over usb c which is awesome for anybody who travels and doesn’t have power nearby. With that and optimus I have 8 hours battery life or more. My time spy scores are slightly more and 13200+ with gpu overclock. In 10 years of owning laptops ive never added ram or Wi-Fi changes. Only disk drives. But do agree that’s a bummer those two are firmly set.

[@ShadeFC]

Great machine, now if only you could find it *anywhere* :/

[@klwthe3rd]

Had to tune in just to see what quirky shirt Lisa was wearing! Holy crap! Do the antics ever end? Grins.

[@logancox9003]

Thanks for all your hard work.

[@mobiletechreview]

You're welcome!

[@klwthe3rd]

@@mobiletechreview Nobody does reviews better. Period.

[@SCUBAelement-Intl]

Thanks for the detailed info, more in depth than a lot of other reviewers. Much appreciated!

[@danielbarakat]

I just got the aw17 r4 and my timespy scores were very similar. I had a ge66 but returned it for more power. I really miss that high end dac on the ge66. It brought a new life to everything I listened to on good headphones

[@chrisbeleal6639]

Just purchased an 11th Gen i7 11800 model with 3080 graphics. Interestingly, this model does have a Thunderbolt 4 usb C port on the back of the laptop!

[@HeroTechnik]

I like how you go into your own little details with the laptop. In my opinion, this video will be the best over anyone else's review of it. Definitely, if LTT reviews this laptop they will get more views but not and great as quality as you're doing with this.

[@e36boy]

A contender for my next laptop. Waiting for more 17 inches 3080 laptops

[@suleymanrahimov]

Great video as always. I would love to see the review of Asus Rog Strix G15 with Ryzen 9 5900HX and RTX 3070 on this channel.

[@themadatheist1976]

Rather have a simple bottom plate so I can more easily mount folding feet, wake up laptop makers, laptops mainly sit down and you don't see the underside.

[@allknightlong84]

Grabbed the $1999 model from Costco - pretty great value with the 3070 and 10750H, 32GB/1TB and 240Hz screen.

[@darrell9616]

Outstanding review. You covered all of the points, both positive and negative. There was nothing left out. That said, this is a fast, but flawed, machine IMO. It's almost perfect for a certain type of buyer but isn't for everyone.

[@gyozakeynsianism]

"Outstanding review. You covered all of the points, both positive and negative. There was nothing left out." Best laptop reviews out there.

[@MonLeeMane]

the T shirt NEVER disappoints!

[@lamaludwig1470]

it does disappoint, IPv6 is Internet Standard in the meantime.

[@MonLeeMane]

@@lamaludwig1470 haha spot on though!

[@Edsel1134]

Ordered mine from xotic pc a few months back still waiting for delivery. Tech shortage. Picked up the big boi 17.3 3080 300hz i7 10870h. Ty for the video just made me suppper excited to get it. Had them grizzley paste it for me once they get it as well.

[@GrandmaHatesTech]

When I see Lisa's Video Pop up, I think Laptop is coming :)

[@roiandal5420]

I mean this laptop's already enough for me to compile my code and its the best bang for the buck for those programmers and also a gamer at the same time

[@babyitsnatural]

it looks like the hood of an aston martin

[@Strozerg]

Hi Lisa, what about the hinges though? Bad hinges often plague MSI laptops. Fantastic review as always.

[@errickkitchin36]

Currently watching this on my 2018 MSI GL63-95EK. It's been dam good to me, but I'm ready for a upgrade. My current has a 9th gen i7, 16 gigs or ram, a RTX 2060, and a built in 144Hz 1080P screen. So this new raider would be a massive upgrade.

[@tachiroakisu5128]

Oh I've been waiting for you to do the 76!!!!! Excellent!

[@tachiroakisu5128]

Combo audio jack!?!? Didnt the GE73 or 83 have FOUR audio ports? And whats with no dedicated trackpad keys!? Why do these companies keep taking AWAY features on their topline stuff? Absurd.

[@sifat9667]

Got the GP66 watching after your review. Let's see how well it does.

[@AloneInSpace545]

I just got the GE76 Raider 11UH with 4k, 3080 165W TGP and 64GB ram. Upgraded the drives to an Aorus Gen4 2TB and Sabrent Rocket Gen3 2TB. The only gripe I have is they put a "factory seal" sticker over the one screw and insisted I take it to a channel partner to perform the upgrade if I wanted my warranty to remain. Added a CoolerMaster NotePal U2 Plus v2 and temps are ice cold when gaming (although it sounds like a jet taking off when the extreme fans kick in)

[@pete7615]

Just picked up the smaller msi gp66 with an 11th gen intel processor, 1TB ssd, rtx 3080, and 16GB ram from Newegg for only $2200.

[@Roswell01Area51]

Lisa Gade has the best and most exciting job around, reviewing the latest tech.

[@robinrai4973]

I wish upgradable laptops were more of a thing, imagine affordably upgrading graphics and maybe even processors!

[@bradhaines3142]

MSI makes the titan, which usually does, asus has one, the most customizable is likely a Clevo frame. none of them let you replace GPU anymore, but the CPU is typically socketed in those

[@enkvlogs]

Thank you so much! Finally someone addressed the elephant in the room (11th Gen Intel processors) and provided an update regarding the same.

[@kaiichinose9590]

Amazing review. I think I'll go with the razerblade pro 17 with 4k 120hz rtx 3080. Although the tpg is only 100w it seems the razerblade has much better cooling? Do you think laptops will see a 3090 variant?

[@ace100hyper3]

Great review as always. Asus does put lower wattage GPUs in their Zephyrus line, but they put higher wattage ones in Strix and Strix Scar models.

[@SonicDestiny]

unfortunately they bottlenecked them to 130W and optimus

[@ZVManning]

Idk why they got rid of the Titans, that chassis was legendary. My 1070 one never got hot. Nice to see this isn't too bad though. Also weird it only took 2months for them to have the 11th gen i9 in these. Too many people complain about weight, it's like yeh bigger chassis cooler chassis parts last longer. Duh

[@xenosaga1348]

Excellent review. Thanks.

[@wcainw]

you are so cute and charismatic I literally watch every of your review videos, keep up the good work

[@thejudgeholden]

Hardware grandma doesn't mess around. Respect

[@peterjanbo657]

After like ten seconds Lisa says, in this small chassi. Well ain't there no desktopreplacments these days? Cool and quiet.

[@OldWorldRadioBoston]

Can you post links of where to get it? I can't find it anywhere.

[@mobiletechreview]

They keep selling out thanks to the RTX 3000 craze and shortages. Ours came from Microcenter (all gone for the moment though).

[@SonicDestiny]

@dimensional X There are last 3 units in stock with 3080 in amazon right now. You better hurry to grab one imidiately

[@Backstage_Politician]

Best review ever. I have this exact laptop

[@nart216]

I'm a man of simple taste. I see Lisa doing a review...I click!

[@NeXMaX]

Man, I remembered when the GE line wasn't this big

[@MatthewFelton-y6j]

Great video, thank you!

[@PainkillerPill]

Did they cancel GT line or it will be released this summer?

[@ricya1982]

Yes

[@gus8426]

Bank account: dont even think about it

[@twystedhumour]

but YOLO, lol

[@cpufrost]

Too bad Lucky isn't included. Where did you get him? ;-) Nice shirt! That's the combination on my luggage! :-D

[@mobiletechreview]

MSI sent us Lucky, and I do love him. One cute dragon!

[@Cadeniplier01]

Yes I did watch a 20 minute video in less than 2 minutes

[@EM-ht7vu]

Is it also recommended for architects who do 3d modelling and rendering? Thanks.

[@Auror37]

My only problem with gaming laptops is the screen, it seems if you have a faulty screen on a great rig, you're essentially screwed or you extend to external screen, or it's expensive to replace. Personal experience, and it made me gun-shy on getting one over a gaming PC. With the chip shortages happening at the moment, at least I can't impulse buy one.

[@MonLeeMane]

"we're gonna look at it now" :D

[@NamelessPassenger]

I have a year to saving up for this beast...or aw area 51m r3.

[@bradhaines3142]

i dont like the bezel on eith, the 51m is too much of a gimmick with the GPU you can replace but only 1 generation

[@NamelessPassenger]

@@bradhaines3142 i’m never expected for upgrade laptop. The thing i was looking for is “near desktop grade performance“. That’s all

[@soumen08]

Lisa, you're the best, but I think you're missing the point with the FHD display. Sure, the laptop can power through evertyhing at QHD today, but this is such an expensive laptop, how about in 3-4 years time? You'll be lowering resolution and looking at non native 1080p. That is not gonna be nice? I think 1080p is still a good resolution to go with, for the long term.

[@pietdegeling4696]

I am waiting a review for a more affordable laptop. Not everyone - including me - has that much money to spend on a laptop, I wish Please, a review once in a while for a more affordable laptop, > $800 category for example, still serious money, but at least i can dream of being able to spend that much money on a laptop

[@iau]

I think your best bet is looking at last year's reviews and going for a ~$1000 model that should be now discounted to ~800.

[@AAWinnerMichaelCaine]

Acer Nitro 5 remains the king of gaming/powerful laptops at a budget price (sometimes as low as $650 for base models).

[@depressedutchman]

When is the strix scar g17 coming for a review ^-^

[@superkool7]

“The GE66 is a little bit more ‘thermally challenged’, but I wouldn’t worry about it” hahaha like her already

[@Cadeniplier01]

Great video I love it!!

[@antong3987]

Yeah but after flipping the MUX switch, did you reboot before testing?

[@aa-xn5hc]

Thank you for reviewing powerful 17 inch laptops!!!!! Next time AMD CPU such as Prometheus by eluktroniks

[@sabishiihito]

11th Gen version will have Thunderbolt 4/USB 4.0!!

[@Annie26722]

that's true, the MSI tech sent me the specs that confirmed this

[@James-wc1mt]

Would be nice if Alienware continues the Area 51m R3 with 200w 3080 11th gen intel

[@prodigy455]

The Evoc I just ordered has a max tgp of 165w so I believe that's the highest I've seen a 3080 but it also mxm.

[@Editingbytoxic]

that shirt just got a new subscriber!

[@packet-burner]

Just found your channel. Fantastic review. Love the way you cover everything, relaxed and focused in your presentation. Lack of over the top effects and useless information. Nothing drawn out etc. Excited to see more of your videos for sure. Curious as well to see if they release any new Ryzen based laptops with the high watt gpus. Also nice information about undervolting these, some other videos I watched said it could not be done at all.

[@sm4sh3d]

I got this same exact model one month ago and it's a beast. Honestly I disagree about the screen, it's fantastic and you really make good use of the 300Hz refresh rate in FHD, also no tearing at all despite not being a GSync screen. I wanted high framerates and ray tracing, a QHD resolution on a 17 inches screen feels like a waste of computational power imo, you'd end up having to make compromises in ray tracing or worse, playing under the screen native resolution. People can always connect it to an external monitor to enjoy QHD or 4k, and 24 or 30 inches screens make a lot more sense for these resolutions. The cpu runs toasty but it's Intel, no biggie

[@mobiletechreview]

QHD really isn't much of a performance drag the way 4K is. And at 17", the image is noticeably sharper at 1440p. I've really been enjoying gaming (and general use) on the ASUS Zephyrus G15 I reviewed a few weeks back- nice 1440p screen and frame rates and quality settings aren't suffering on that machine (great Ryzen CPU but lower wattage RTX 3070).

[@DaarioNeharis]

@@mobiletechreview maybe they are keeping quad HD for an updated model with the i11 chip, probably.. But external monitor with much bigger display is a good idea and go well with this unit

[@gustavoarias1779]

This Laptop vs. Acer Predator Triton 300? I’ve narrowed it down to either one of those two gaming laptops.

[@roelwahyudi103]

Is it wise to buy a 10th gen Intel gaming processor (they are in sale right now) or should I wait for the 11th gen H processors? I will be using it for university and student-level architecture.

[@SonicDestiny]

it can take even 6 month from now till intel 11gen can hit in laptop market so i should grab wjhat is available now

[@nedric1012]

The question I have is.... Will It Blend!!! Lol.... Great Video Ms Lisa

[@JonesLaura]

Can someone calcify my doubt plz? In Zephyrus Duo 15 Intel's version it had MUX Switch so we had an option to disable NVIDIA Optimus. Does this Zephyrus Duo 15 AMD version has an option to disable NVIDIA Optimus ?

[@XSwordStoneX]

Does it have Intel Graphics card in addition to the Nvidia one?

[@coolerdan446]

Lenovo Legion 7 comes with 5900HX and 165W 3080 this June. Seems like the perfect laptop will be coming then.

[@aaronbrunier4665]

Yes indeed. That legion 7 might be the most powerful one. Also coming with better display.

[@SliderFury1]

Lenovo was smart, they took their time and are building new(ish) chassis around the new components, instead of just shoving the new internals intro old frames.

[@SonicDestiny]

@@SliderFury1 Sadly no 4K 120hz model

[@fangytasuki]

This is confusing, websites are saying there is thunderbolt, maybe those are newer models

[@maksymmodestov8155]

What about to compare both MSI GE76 and MSI GT76 titan dt 10sgs?

[@armaneno]

What did you use to re-paste the CPU?

[@solo0071]

Link to headphones you use?

[@LukewarmMouse]

I just ordered the Alienware m17 R4 yesterday with similar hardware. I hope it performs this well.

[@SonicDestiny]

It should perform if it have 3080 with 150W TDP it should perform similary but with louder fan noise

[@LukewarmMouse]

@@SonicDestiny I believe it is 165W

[@SonicDestiny]

@@LukewarmMouse you gain 10 W more TDP for louder fan noise and higher temps

[@LukewarmMouse]

@@SonicDestiny Sounds like a fair trade lol

[@SonicDestiny]

@@LukewarmMouse not you are stuck with full hd model only where 150W already considered to be overkill

[@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou]

Love the good speakers and DAC. Love the 17" 4K display. Love the keyboard. Love the big battery. But as a non-gamer, I wish this were more biased toward the CPU, like the ASUS ROG line-up. As much as I want to like this laptop, it seems like the upcoming M1X MBP 16" would be a better option for me.

[@ilovecoldplayyyy]

Hey Lisa, is the screen 5 or 3ms response time? Kind regards Thomas

[@mobiletechreview]

5ms AFAIK. I've seen 3ms quoted in some literature, but I think that might be for the lower refresh options (not that my eyes can tell a 2ms difference when gaming).

[@ma3ttia11]

Is it more powerful than gt76 titan?

[@marcin_karwinski]

Seems like the late arrival to the laptop game this year, Lenovo, aims to address such requests as apparently it has offerings with Ryzen Zen3 CPUs combined with high power (aka "maxP") RTX 30X0 dGPUs and 16" WQHD 16:10 165Hz screens... Pity they are not yet available worldwide, currently I've only seen mentions from a few Russian sites, Singapore, Taiwan and China... whilst earlier Lenovo mentioned something like June for target worldwide release date. I guess they're missing now and will miss even more then if they release their product stacks so late into this year, as that's about the period some leaks and Intel statements point to for H45 Tiger Lakes finally reaching market. Perhaps they're waiting for a double release - Legion 5/5Pro/7 with Zen3 and Legion 5i/5iPro/7i with high TDP TigerLake... Whatever happens, those next gen Legions are probably the ones that will take clients from MSI GE76, Asus G15/17 Strix, Gigabyte Aorus/Aero 15(G/P)/17G prospective buyers groups due to combining almost everything a laptop needs and their userbase wants ;) At least till either Tiger Lake H45 hits the market or AMD finally becomes capable of releasing RDNA2 mobile parts to trade blows with a year long market ownership by Nvidia...

[@lamaludwig1470]

Lisa, your T-Shirt needs an IPv6 update! ;-) ::1

[@joechapman8208]

Sounds great but since it has no TB3 I can't even consider it.

[@skosko9925]

The AW m17 R4 has a 165w PL (150w + 15w DB) on the RTX 3080.

[@mobiletechreview]

But the more constrained thermals on the AW may affect performance. Still waiting for our review loaner.

[@Meat-Puppet]

Lisa is adorable

[@Niles-Guy]

SIMP

[@Meat-Puppet]

@@Niles-Guy lol

[@lilchrissr816]

Is there a 2.5 drive slot

[@enkvlogs]

Do you think MSI will redesign chassis/ facelift with Intel 11th Gen update?

[@mobiletechreview]

Really doubt it since this is a brand new design here. They don't redesign that often.

[@enkvlogs]

@@mobiletechreview Thank you so much for your reply! Here I go another step closer to current gen GE series. I will be very grateful if you could also review GE66 Raider RTX 3080. Really confused between GE66 RTX 3080 vs GE76 RTX 3080. Wonder if GE76’s form factor is a deal breaker and will be too much of a hassle carrying on a flight with multiple laptops/tablets.

[@mobiletechreview]

@@enkvlogs For flights with other gear in tow, I'd rather go with the 15". But you probably have more muscle than me ;).

[@enkvlogs]

@@mobiletechreview Thanks a ton for your reply and sharing your views. I must hit the gym now. Too much pressure! 😅

[@enkvlogs]

@@mobiletechreview Hi! I finally got the GE66. Tysm for your video review and valuable inputs. Helped me a lot in making the purchase decision! Specs: i7 11th gen, RTX 3080 16 GB (I think 125 watt + boost), 15.6 in QHD 240 Hz (the best laptop screen I have ever seen), 2 TB SSD and 32 gigs of RAM. Hopefully I will post some videos soon!

[@rabailey65]

Damming with faint praise on battery life.😂 Another great review Lisa.

[@tnductai]

the display really is disappointing, i bought the 144 hz 1080p display, the color is not vivid at all. Red looks more like orange, and hot pink cannot be displayed properly, more like normal pink. Other colors are somewhat dull. GE75 display is so much better!

[@superkaanhero]

This is so cool but at the same time so expensive... oh man...

[@HapXaM6a]

All sold out ... where to buy this item 🥺

[@RMG0785]

Better than Area-51m R2?

[@zzygyy]

Beast of a machine. VERY RARE. These gaming laptops are in high demand. Happy hunting !!!

[@SonicDestiny]

i got top high end one with 4k 120hz

[@crazydj9739]

@@SonicDestiny congrats I hope you enjoy it

[@SonicDestiny]

@@crazydj9739 I surelly will. They are even more rare than full hd models

[@tony66040]

the build quality is it good?

[@SonicDestiny]

built qualkity is superb like tank , it is made of metal all around, except hexagon vents which are made from plastic

[@MichaelStanton]

Hello Lisa, any chance you'll get the Alienware m15/m17 R4 3080 (or R5 when it happens) in the studio? Love you're review style and would love to hear your thoughts on that one. I'm actually considering that, Lenovo Legion 7 or this MSI.

[@mobiletechreview]

Working on getting the Alienware R4 in for review. The R5 (AMD only edition) will be out around May.

[@0ngy]

i have the 240hz 3070 version. How can i undervolt the cpu or make it run cooler? It gets up to 85 C on cpu while gaming

[@mobiletechreview]

85C when gaming is fine and pretty good.

[@arvindersingh9863]

Can you review ASUS ZENBOOK FLIP 15 i7 11th gen 1650 max q?

[@increasethefitness8440]

Wow 150W gpu? That's equivalent to the eGPU flow x13. This would be a no brainer if comparing the two

[@bradhaines3142]

not necessarily, look up bob of all trades, he has some good videos on the subject. and stop wasting time on eGPUs, they're awful in every way. literally the worst

[@ucle9955]

@@bradhaines3142 I think u're a bit harsh on eGPU, while they're certainly can't match the integrated graphics (I mean on the mainboard, not the iGPU obviously), having additional graphics power only when u need it is nice (and still retain excellent portability). I'm sure many people dig that idea, and it's useful (albeit niche). Now, making the eGPU using exclusive connector is... not very clever (looking at Alienware Amplifier now

[@bradhaines3142]

@@ucle9955 the problem with it is it's literally the worst of all worlds. its the most expensive option, seeing as the box alone is 3-500$. its just as portable as a desktop because you still need the chonkbox itself, and you get all the drawbacks of a laptop using the small screen and keyboard.

[@nondbfune9132]

Does anyone have the hinge design for this. I like MSI but their hinge problem is really a problem.

[@glennXP3]

Lisa do you stream on twitch?

[@mobiletechreview]

Nope, no time, alas.