MSI GE76 Raider vs Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
The Verdict
These laptops serve fundamentally different purposes. The MSI GE76 Raider is a desktop replacement powerhouse built for gaming and demanding professional work, packing an Intel Core i9-13950HX with 24 cores, 32GB DDR5 RAM, and a stunning 17.3-inch 2560x1440 240Hz IPS display. Its 1TB dual-slot NVMe storage and Thunderbolt connectivity support serious content creation workflows. However, it weighs 6.39 lbs and delivers only 5 hours of battery life, making it a tethered workstation. The Samsung Galaxy Book4 360, priced at roughly half the cost, prioritizes everyday versatility with its innovative 2-in-1 design, AMOLED touchscreen, and impressive 14-hour battery endurance. Its Intel Core Ultra 7 155H and 16GB RAM handle typical productivity tasks smoothly, while the convertible form factor and lighter 1.65kg chassis provide genuine portability. Storage is limited to 512GB without expansion options, and the 1920x1080 resolution feels dated compared to modern standards. Choose the MSI if you need raw gaming performance and workstation capabilities; select the Samsung if you value battery life, portability, and creative flexibility with a 2-in-1 design at a fraction of the price.
Who Should Buy
Buy the MSI GE76 Raider if…
- →RTX 4080 Laptop GPU with 175W TGP for near-desktop performance
- →17.3-inch QHD 240Hz display is ideal for competitive gaming
- →99.9 Wh battery is the airline-legal maximum
Buy the Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 if…
- →Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- →Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- →Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
MSI GE76 Raider
Pros
- RTX 4080 Laptop GPU with 175W TGP for near-desktop performance
- 17.3-inch QHD 240Hz display is ideal for competitive gaming
- 99.9 Wh battery is the airline-legal maximum
- Excellent Cooler Boost 5 cooling with six heat pipes
- Full port selection including three USB-A and SD card reader
Cons
- 6.39 lbs — firmly a desktop replacement
- 5-hour battery life requires constant access to outlets
- 300-nit display brightness is underwhelming for HDR content
- Gamer aesthetic is not office-friendly
- Included software bloatware is annoying to remove
Samsung Galaxy Book4 360
Pros
- Versatile 360-degree 2-in-1 design with touch AMOLED
- Samsung S Pen stylus supported for note-taking
- Excellent Samsung Galaxy ecosystem integration
- Good 14-hour battery life for a convertible
- Sleek aluminum build at reasonable weight
Cons
- FHD+ resolution looks soft on a 15.6-inch screen
- No SD card reader
- RAM and SSD soldered — no upgrade path
- Hinge adds weight vs. a comparable clamshell
- No discrete GPU option
Full Specifications
| Spec | MSI GE76 Raider | Samsung Galaxy Book4 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 6.39 lbs (2.9 kg) | 1.65 kg |
| Material | Aluminum and plastic | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | 15.63 x 11.18 x 1.02 inches | 356.3 x 229.0 x 14.9 mm |
| Ports | ||
| HDMI | 1 | |
| USB-A ports | 3 | 2 |
| USB-C ports | 2 | 1 |
| SD card | ||
| Thunderbolt ports | 1 | 2 |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | Up to 5 hours | Up to 14 hours mixed use |
| Capacity | 99.9 Wh | 68 Wh |
| Display | ||
| Size | 17.3 inches | 15.6 inches |
| Type | IPS | FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X touch 2-in-1 |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 240Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 300 | 400 |
| Storage | ||
| SSD | 1 TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe (dual slot) | 512 GB NVMe |
| Expandable storage | ||
| Keyboard | ||
| Backlit | ||
| Touch Bar | — | |
| Processor | ||
| RAM | 32 GB DDR5 | 16 GB LPDDR5x |
| Cores | 24 cores (8P + 16E) | 16-core (6P+8E+2LPE) |
| Chipset | Intel Core i9-13950HX (13th Gen) | Intel Core Ultra 7 155H |
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This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
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