Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) vs. MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) and MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

strong gaming performance

affordable price point

comfortable keyboard layout

decent cooling system

expandable storage options

average battery life

heavyweight design

dim display brightness

no thunderbolt support

MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

ample connectivity options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) and MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) vs. MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.34 cm x 25.5 cm x 2.39 cm 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm
Weight 2.4 kg 2.38 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate, ABS plastic -
Colour Obsidian black Core black
DISPLAY Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features - MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 4600H / 3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache L3 - 8 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards DTS:X Ultra -
Audio Features Acer TrueHarmony technology Nahimic sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 2230 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 Realtek RTL8125BG
BATTERY Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 65 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 135 Watt, 19.5 V 280 Watt
INPUT Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-gesture touch pad, Acer FineTip keyboard, precision touchpad Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
SOFTWARE Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home Advanced
Software Included - Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, SteelSeries GG, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair
MISCELLANEOUS Acer Nitro 5 (AN515-44) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Included Accessories Power adapter, HDD kit Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, system password, hard drive password, Acer CoolBoost technology, HDCP Compliant, Acer NitroSense SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology
SAR Value 1.12 W/kg (body), 1.12 W/kg (limb), 1.12 W/kg (head) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number R8PL -
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