MSI Raider 16 HX B2W vs Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 Comparison

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MSI Raider 16 HX B2W

16 inches | January 2026

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13.3 inches | June 2024

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MSI Raider 16 HX B2W vs Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Raider 16 HX B2W and ProArt PZ13 HT5306, two laptops from MSI and Asus. MSI Raider 16 HX B2W was introduced to market in January 2026 and Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 was launched in June 2024. There is 19 months difference between Raider 16 HX B2W and ProArt PZ13 HT5306 so it would still give an advantage to younger Raider 16 HX B2W.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of MSI Raider 16 HX B2W and Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

MSI Raider 16 HX B2W Key Specs

Launched in January 2026
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 7 251HX
GPU: GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB
32GB Ram
363 x 269.7 x 21.95-25.85 mm (14.29 x 10.62 x 0.86-1.02 inches)
Weight: 2.45 kg (5.4 lbs)

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 Key Specs

Launched in June 2024
13.3" Touchscreen - OLED, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus (X1P-64-100)
GPU: Qualcomm Adreno
8GB Ram
297.5 x 202.9 x 0.9 mm (11.71 x 7.99 x 0.4 inches)
Weight: 0.85 kg (1.87 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Raider 16 HX B2W and ProArt PZ13 HT5306 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose MSI Raider 16 HX B2W over Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Display Size	16 inches vs 13.3 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Refresh Rate	240 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen Type	Matte vs Glossy	potentially less reflections on screen
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 4 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU FLOPS	31.2 TFLOPS vs 3.80 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Connect to external monitors directly via HDMI cable
HDMI Port	1x HDMI 2.1 vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Better typing feel
Key Travel	1.7 mm vs 1.35 mm

Reasons to choose Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 over MSI Raider 16 HX B2W

Weight	0.85 kg vs 2.45 kg	1.6 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~85% vs ~75.8%	Larger screen area ratio
Side Bezel Thickness	5.5 mm vs 9.2 mm	3.7 mm thinner bezels
Screen PPI	255 ppi vs 189 ppi	More pixels per inch
Touch Screen	Yes vs No	Interact with your fingers
Screen Resolution	2880 x 1800 pixels vs 2560 x 1600 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Response Time	1 ms vs 3 ms	Faster Response screen
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)	Faster RAM
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	3D Surround Sound Support
Number of Microphones	3 vs 2	Better Sound capture
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1920 x 1080	Higher Resolution Camera

Common Strengths of Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and MSI Raider 16 HX B2W

Launch Dates	January 2026 vs June 2024	Both laptops are recent models
HDR Support	Yes, HDR10 vs Yes, HDR10	Watch HDR Clips
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	DDR5 vs LPDDR5X	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Built-in SD Card Reader	Yes vs Yes	Read & Write SD Cards
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 and MSI Raider 16 HX B2W

Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

MSI Raider 16 HX B2W vs Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the MSI Raider 16 HX B2W and the Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.45 kg (5.4 lbs)	0.85 kg (1.87 lbs)
Surface Area	979 cm2 (151.8 inches2)	604 cm2 (93.6 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~75.8%	~85%
Side Bezel Thickness	~9.2 mm	~5.5 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.15 kg/inch	0.06 kg/inch
	0.33 lbs/inch	0.132 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Black

Comparison of the MSI Raider 16 HX B2W and the Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 External Dimensions

Weight

Raider 16 HX B2W weighs 2.45 kg (5.4 lbs), whereas the ProArt PZ13 HT5306 weighs 0.85 kg (1.87 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

MSI Raider 16 HX B2W

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Thickness Comparison

MSI Raider 16 HX B2W

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the MSI Raider 16 HX B2W is 0.15 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 is 0.06 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

MSI Raider 16 HX B2W vs Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	Intel Core Ultra 7 251HX Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX	Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus (X1P-64-100)
Base Frequency	2.9 GHz	3.4 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5.1 GHz
Number of Cores	18 (6P + 12E)	10
Number of Threads	18	10
L3 Cache	30 MB
Integrated GPU	Arc Graphics (4-Cores)	Qualcomm Adreno
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm	4 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the MSI Raider 16 HX B2W and Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: Intel Core Ultra 7 251HX

MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX 2026 Compare

Laptops with: Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus (X1P-64-100)

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop 16GB	undefined
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	140 W
Nvidia Optimus	MUX
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	31.2 TFLOPS	3.80 TFLOPS
Memory Size	12 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR7	LPDDR5X
Memory Bus	192 bit
Memory Speed	~28 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	5888
TMUs	184
ROPs	80

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. MSI Raider 16 HX B2W has a FLOPS value of 31.2 TFLOPS whereas the Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 ' has a FLOPS value of 3.80 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the MSI Raider 16 HX B2W may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	32GB 64GB 96GB 128GB	8GB 16GB
Memory Bus	2x16 GB	2x4 GB
RAM Clock	6400 MHz	8448 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	LPDDR5X
Upgradable	Yes	No
Max RAM Size	128 GB
Total Slots	2

With a larger RAM capacity of 32 GB, the Raider 16 HX B2W offers an advantage for multitasking and resource-intensive applications compared to the ProArt PZ13 HT5306's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	MSI Raider 16 HX (B2W)	Asus ProArt PZ13 (HT5306)
CPU	Intel Core Ultra 7 251HX	Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus (X1P-64-100) (NPU - data limited)
GPU	GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Laptop 12GB	Qualcomm Adreno
Memory	32 GB ; 12 GB VRAM	8 GB
Available for LLM total	~37.7 GB (10.5 GB VRAM 27.2 GB RAM)	~3.5 GB (3.5 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Smoothly fits in your 12 GB VRAM	✔ Runs Well fits in your 3.5 GB RAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 12 GB VRAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 12 GB VRAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	⚠ Borderline / Slow doesn't fit in 12 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 12 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	⚠ Borderline / Slow doesn't fit in 12 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

MSI Raider 16 HX (B2W)|Asus ProArt PZ13 (HT5306)

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Slow-Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	91.8 Wh	70 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Ion
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	No
Charging Port Position	Left, Bottom	Left
Charge Power	280 / 330 W	65 W

Moreover, the Raider 16 HX B2W boasts a larger battery capacity of 92 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the ProArt PZ13 HT5306's70 Wh.

Battery Comparison

MSI Raider 16 HX B2W

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 4 TB, the Raider 16 HX B2W provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the ProArt PZ13 HT5306's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB	512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	2	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 5.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

MSI Raider 16 HX B2W vs Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the MSI Raider 16 HX B2W and Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Raider 16 HX B2W has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, ProArt PZ13 HT5306 has a smaller 13.3" display.The total usable screen area of the Raider 16 HX B2W is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the ProArt PZ13 HT5306's total usable screen area is 513cm² / 80inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the ProArt PZ13 HT5306 features a higher pixel density with 255 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

MSI Raider 16 HX B2W

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

Refresh Rate
The Raider 16 HX B2W offers a higher refresh rate of 240 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Furthermore, the ProArt PZ13 HT5306 boasts a faster response time of 1.0 ms, reducing motion blur for fast-paced content.

Brightness
Both Raider 16 HX B2W and ProArt PZ13 HT5306 offer the same maximum brightness of 500 nits (cd/m²).

Brightness Comparison

MSI Raider 16 HX B2W

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306

Avg: 13.0-13.9"

MSI Raider 16 HX B2W vs Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both Raider 16 HX B2W and ProArt PZ13 HT5306 support the latest Wi-Fi standard v7.

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Raider 16 HX B2W is equipped with 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports. ProArt PZ13 HT5306 does not have USB-A ports.
Both Raider 16 HX B2W and ProArt PZ13 HT5306 feature 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Raider 16 HX B2W is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. ProArt PZ13 HT5306 does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Raider 16 HX B2W features an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors. ProArt PZ13 HT5306 does not have an HDMI port.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Both Raider 16 HX B2W and ProArt PZ13 HT5306 come with an SD Card Reader for easy access to memory cards.

Audio Jack
Both Raider 16 HX B2W and ProArt PZ13 HT5306 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v7	v7
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.4	v5.4
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	3x USB 3.2	No
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	2x USB 4.0	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	Thunderbolt 4	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	No
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	No
SD CardReader	Yes	Yes
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No