Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) vs. MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) and MSI Katana GF66 (12UC). 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.

Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

good thermal management

decent build quality

144hz refresh rate

average battery life

heavyweight design

modest audio quality

no thunderbolt support

MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

decent thermal management

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) and MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) vs. MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.5 cm x 26 cm x 2.95 cm 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 2.5 kg 2.25 kg
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 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. 144 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut Thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache 16 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
RAM 16 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
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 Nahimic audio
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
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 G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 48.96 Wh 53.5 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hour(s) -
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A
INPUT Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features - Red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4)
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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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI APP Player, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte G7 KC (8UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
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 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 070UK
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