Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) vs. MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) and MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

good thermal management

expandable storage options

decent build quality

average battery life

dim display brightness

heavyweight design

noisy under load

MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable gaming option

lightweight design

solid build quality

decent processor performance

good thermal management

average battery life

limited upgrade options

dim display brightness

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) and MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
69 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) vs. MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.1 cm x 25.8 cm x 2.79 cm 35.9 cm x 25.4 cm x 2.17 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.86 kg
Colour Matte black Black
DISPLAY Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, thin bezel design, IPS-level IPS-level
PROCESSOR Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10500H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Chipset Intel HM470 Intel HM470
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR Max-Q design
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8411B -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48.96 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 7 hours
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
Output 180 Watt 120 Watt
INPUT Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 15 colours backlighting Red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
Interfaces LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 2.0
Microphone input
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Microphone input
Headphone output
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included - MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, MSI System Control Manager, Norton Studio (Metro UI), MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK2130SH) MSI GF63 10SC (296UK Thin)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features WINDFORCE Cooling System Cooler Boost technology
Compliant Standards DisplayPort 1.4 -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
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