Framework Laptop 13 (2025) vs MSI Raider 18 HX AI
Which one should you buy?
Who leads where?
- PerformanceMSI Raider 18 HX AI
- Battery and ChargingMSI Raider 18 HX AI
- PortabilityFramework Laptop 13 (2025)
- UpgradabilityMSI Raider 18 HX AI
Wins are counted from the official values in the table below; the BUY / CONSIDER / WAIT call comes from each product's own decision box. We do not predict prices.
 FrameworkFramework Laptop 13 (2025)No reviews yet |  MSIMSI Raider 18 HX AINo reviews yet | |
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| Key Differences | ||
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX |
| Graphics Card | — | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU |
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| Battery | 61 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
| Performance | ||
| Processor | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX |
| Graphics Card | — | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU |
| GPU Power Limit | — | 175 W |
| RAM | 32 GB | 64 GB |
| Storage | Configurable (up to 8 TB) | 2 TB |
| Display | ||
| Screen Size | 13.5 inç | 18 inç |
| Resolution | 2256x1504 (2.2K) veya 2880x1920 (2.8K) | 3840x2400 |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz |
| Panel Type | IPS (mat, 3:2) | Mini-LED |
| Battery and Charging | ||
| Battery | 61 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
| Adapter Power | 60 W | 400 W |
| Portability | ||
| Weight | 1.3 kg | 3.6 kg |
| Thickness | 15.9 mm | 32.05 mm |
| Upgradability | ||
| RAM Upgradable | Yes (2 SO-DIMM slots) | Yes (2 SO-DIMM, up to 96 GB) |
| M.2 Slot | 1 | 2 |
MSI Raider 18 HX AI leads on 3 of 5 compared specs.
This table is based on manufacturers official specifications. Winning on paper does not always mean a difference in everyday use.