MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti Thunderobot Radiant 16 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel i9 14th Gen) Comparison

MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti $2,249	Thunderobot Radiant 16 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel i9 14th Gen) $2,099	Gigabyte Gaming A16 with RTX 5050
Overview
Brand
Empowered PC (MSI)	Thunderobot
Model
Vector 16 HX AI Gaming Laptop	Radiant 16
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti 12GB GDDR7	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
RTX 5070 Laptops
RAM
32GB DDR5 5600MHz	64GB DDR5-5600MHz (commonly listed as 4800MHz by some retailers, but 5600MHz is common for 14th Gen HX with DDR5)
32GB Laptops \| 64GB Laptops
Storage
2TB NVMe Gen4 M.2 SSD	2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
2TB Laptops
Display
16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600), 240Hz, IPS, 100% DCI-P3	16-inch QHD+ (2560 x 1600) IPS, 300Hz
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro	Windows 11 Home
Weight
5.95 lbs (approx. 2.70 kg)	2.1 kg or 4.62 lbs
Color
Not specified	Grey (often marketed as Black/Grey)
Processor
CPU
Intel Ultra 7 255HX	Intel Core i9-14900HX Processor
Intel Ultra 7 255HX Laptops \| Intel Core i9 Laptops
Cores
20 Cores	24 (8 Performance-cores + 16 Efficient-cores)
Threads
Not specified	32.0
Base Clock
Not specified	1.60GHz (E-cores), 2.40GHz (P-cores)
Max Turbo Boost
Up to 5.2 GHz	Up to 5.8 GHz (P-core Max Turbo Frequency)
Cache
Not specified	36MB L3 Cache
TDP
Not specified	55W (Processor Base Power, Max Turbo Power up to 157W, System Power Draw can go higher based on GPU power share)
Architecture
	Raptor Lake (14th Gen)
Additional Features
	AI capabilities through Intel's architecture and potential software integration.
Display
Screen Size
16 inches	16 inches (40.6 cm)
Resolution
2560 x 1600 (QHD+)	2560 x 1600 (QHD+ / WQXGA)
Refresh Rate
240Hz	300Hz
Response Time
Not specified	Not explicitly specified, but generally very fast for 300Hz panels.
Panel Type
IPS	IPS-Level
Color Gamut
100% DCI-P3	Pro-grade color accuracy (often 100% sRGB or DCI-P3 for such high-refresh QHD panels)
Brightness
Not specified	Not explicitly specified, but typically 300-500 nits for high-end gaming panels.
Aspect Ratio
16:10 (derived from resolution)	16:10
Additional Features
Wide View Angle, Thin Bezels	Anti-Glare Display, Ultra-Crisp Display.
Graphics
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti	NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU
VRAM
12GB GDDR7	12GB GDDR7
TGP
Not specified	Up to 140W (Total Graphics Power with Dynamic Boost)
Ray Tracing
Yes (implied by RTX series)	Yes, with 4th Gen RT Cores
DLSS Support
Yes (implied by RTX series)	Yes, DLSS 4 with Frame Generation
Benchmark Scores
Not specified
Additional Features
Power-Efficient Performance	AI accelerators, NVIDIA Reflex 2, NVIDIA Advanced Optimus (implied by high-end gaming laptop design).
Architecture
	NVIDIA Blackwell (implied for RTX 50 series)
Memory
RAM Type
DDR5	DDR5
RAM Speed
5600MHz	5600MHz (some retailers might list 4800MHz, but 5600MHz is standard for 14th Gen HX)
Expandable Memory
Not specified	Yes, up to 64GB (2x DDR5 SO-DIMM slots)
Storage
Primary Storage
2TB NVMe Gen4 M.2 SSD	2TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe M.2 SSD
Secondary Storage Options
Not specified	Supports additional M.2 NVMe SSD (Total 2x M.2 slots, allowing for expansion or RAID)
RAID Support
Not specified	Yes (implied by dual M.2 support and high-end configuration, often RAID 0 capable).
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys
Anti-Ghost key	Not explicitly specified, but standard gaming keyboard layout with highlighted WASD.
RGB Customization
Full-Sized Steel Series 24 zone RGB Keyboard	RGB Backlit Keyboard (often 4-zone or per-key, but details not specified).
Game Optimization
Not specified	Proprietary control software for performance modes (similar to MSI Center/Armoury Crate).
Performance
Cooling Technology
Not specified	High-efficiency cooling system (exact name not specified, but designed for high-performance components, likely with multiple fans and heat pipes).
Overclocking Support
Not specified	Yes (via system control software)
Performance Modes
Not specified	Available via system control software for optimizing CPU/GPU power.
Benchmark Scores
Not specified	Not explicitly specified by manufacturer, but expected high performance.
Battery
Capacity
Not specified	63Whr (some configurations may have higher, like 73Whr or 90Whr)
Backup Time
Not specified	Approx. 4-6 hours for light tasks, less for gaming.
Charging Type
Not specified	Standard Charging
Power Adapter
Not specified	230W or 280W AC Adapter (commensurate with GPU TGP)
Connectivity
WiFi
WiFi 6E (802.11ax)	Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) & Bluetooth
Bluetooth
5.4	5.x (usually 5.2 or 5.3 with Wi-Fi 6)
Ports
2 x USB-C	3x Superspeed USB Type-A, 1x Superspeed USB Type-C (likely USB 3.2 Gen 2 or higher, with DisplayPort functionality), 1x HDMI, 1x RJ-45, 1x Audio Port (3.5mm combo jack)
Ethernet
	RJ-45 (Gigabit Ethernet)
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type
Full-Sized Steel Series 24 zone RGB Keyboard with Anti-Ghost key	RGB Backlit Keyboard, Numeric Keypad
Key Travel
Not specified	Not explicitly specified
N-Key Rollover
Yes (implied by Anti-Ghost key)	Not explicitly specified, but expected for a gaming keyboard.
Touchpad Features
Not specified	Precision Touchpad
Audio
Speakers
Not specified	Built-in stereo speakers
Audio Enhancements
Not specified	Not explicitly specified, but common features like Nahimic or DTS are possible.
Dedicated Audio Jack
Not specified	Yes (3.5mm combo jack)
Camera
Webcam
IR Full HD Webcam	Built-in Webcam (Resolution not specified, but often HD or FHD for 2025 models)
Privacy Shutter
Yes	No
Enhancements
	Not explicitly specified
Build & Design
Material
Not specified	Chassis material not explicitly specified, but typically a mix of plastic and metal for durability.
Color Options
Not specified	Grey (or Black/Grey)
RGB Lighting
Full-Sized Steel Series 24 zone RGB Keyboard	RGB Backlit Keyboard, additional lighting if any not specified.
Dimensions
14.05 x 11.18 x 1.12 inches	358 x 254 x 20.8 mm (approx. 14.09 x 10 x 0.82 inches)
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready
Not specified	Yes
Advanced Cooling
Not specified	Yes (dedicated cooling for high-performance components)
Software
Not specified	Windows 11 Home, manufacturer's control software.
Upgrade-Friendly Design
	User-upgradeable RAM and SSD slots (2 M.2 slots).
Box Contents
Laptop
Yes	Yes
Power Adapter
Not specified	Yes, 230W or 280W AC Adapter
User Manual
Not specified	Yes
Warranty Card
Yes (3-Year Limited Hardware Warranty)	Yes, standard limited warranty (details vary by region).
Additional Accessories
Not specified	None explicitly mentioned beyond standard laptop accessories.
Launch Date
Release Date
Not specified	April 2025 (as per some retailer listings, expected for 2025 models)
Status
Available	Available

Which is Better: MSI Vector 16 HX with RTX 5070 Ti or Thunderobot Radiant 16 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel i9 14th Gen)?

Based on the comparison, here's how each product stands out:

Advantages of Thunderobot Radiant 16 (RTX 5070 Ti & Intel i9 14th Gen):

Offers better Refresh Rate (300Hz vs 240Hz)
Has better GPU (NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop GPU vs NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 Ti)

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