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MSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) vs Dell XPS 13 2022
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
- Performance is scored from the laptop's CPU and GPU; few laptops have a published whole-system benchmark.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- MSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) leads Dell XPS 13 2022 overall by 37 points (76 vs 39 out of 100).
- Key differences: PassMark CPU mark, where MSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) has 56,272 vs 10,858; battery capacity, where MSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) has 99.9 vs 51 Wh; display resolution, where MSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) has 3840 × 2400 vs 1920 × 1200 px; refresh rate, where MSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) has 120 vs 60 Hz; brightness, where MSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) is 500 nits brighter.
- Best value: Dell XPS 13 2022 (from $999) — the strongest score-per-dollar of the two.
MSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) leads overall
MSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) · #1 of 80
76
Dell XPS 13 2022 · #78 of 80
39
Key differences
- PassMark CPU MarkMSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) 56,272 vs 10,858
- Battery capacityMSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) 99.9 vs 51 Wh
- Display resolutionMSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) 3840 × 2400 vs 1920 × 1200 px
- Refresh rateMSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) 120 vs 60 Hz
- BrightnessMSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025) 500 nits brighter
Scores by Category
Raider 18 HX AI (2025) wins 11 of 15 categories · XPS 13 2022 wins 2
| Category | Raider 18 HX AI (2025)XPS 13 2022 | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Display | +36 | |
| Performance | +45 | |
| Battery | +54 | |
| Memory | +53 | |
| Design & Weight | +72 | |
| Processor | +58 | |
| Storage | +74 | |
| Integrated Graphics | +29 | |
| Discrete Graphics | +83 | |
| Ports | +62 | |
| Connectivity | +18 | |
| Webcam | +60 | |
| Security | Tie | |
| Sound | +36 | |
| Input | Tie |
Physical Comparison
Raider 18 HX AI (2025)XPS 13 2022
Raider 18 HX AI (2025) is 2.44 kg (210%) heavier than XPS 13 2022.
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
Raider 18 HX AI (2025)
XPS 13 2022
Watch-outs
Compromises to know before you buy
MSI Raider 18 HX AI (2025)
No notable compromises found.
Dell XPS 13 2022
- RAM is soldered — you can't upgrade it later, so buy enough now.
- Storage isn't user-upgradeable.
- 60 Hz panel — less smooth than 120 Hz+ rivals.
- No HDMI — you'll need a dongle for projectors/TVs.
Detailed Specifications
Processor
| Feature | Raider 18 HX AI (2025) | XPS 13 2022 |
|---|---|---|
Processor model |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | Raider 18 HX AI (2025) | XPS 13 2022 |
|---|---|---|
Integrated graphics model |
Discrete Graphics
| Feature | Raider 18 HX AI (2025) | XPS 13 2022 |
|---|---|---|
Discrete graphics model | N/A |
Memory
| Feature | Raider 18 HX AI (2025) | XPS 13 2022 |
|---|---|---|
Memory capacity | 64 GB700% more | 8 GB |
Technology | ||
Memory upgradeable | Yes | No |
Storage
| Feature | Raider 18 HX AI (2025) | XPS 13 2022 |
|---|---|---|
Storage capacity | 4 TB1500% more | 256 GB |
Display
| Feature | Raider 18 HX AI (2025) | XPS 13 2022 |
|---|---|---|
Size | 18 in34% more | 13.4 in |
Display resolution | 3840 × 2400 px | 1920 × 1200 px |
Refresh rate | 120 Hz100% more | 60 Hz |
Response time | N/A | 22 ms |
Display type | ||
Brightness | 1,000 nits100% more | 500 nits |
Battery
| Feature | Raider 18 HX AI (2025) | XPS 13 2022 |
|---|---|---|
Battery capacity | 99.9 Wh96% more | 51 Wh |
Design & Weight
| Feature | Raider 18 HX AI (2025) | XPS 13 2022 |
|---|---|---|
Weight | 3.6 kg | 1.16 kg68% less |
Performance
| Feature | Raider 18 HX AI (2025) | XPS 13 2022 |
|---|---|---|
PassMark CPU Mark | 56,272418% more | 10,858 |
Active cooling | Yes | Yes |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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