Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) and MSI Katana GF66 (11UG). 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
slim, lightweight design
high-resolution display
powerful processor options
good thermal management
robust build quality
average battery life
no dedicated GPU
limited port selection
high price point
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
powerful gaming performance
affordable price point
robust build quality
efficient cooling system
decent display quality
average battery life
heavyweight design
noisy under load
limited port selection
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.6 cm x 25.18 cm x 1.49 cm | 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm |
| Weight | 1.7 kg | 2.1 kg |
| Case Material | Aluminum | - |
| Colour | Iron grey | Black |
| DISPLAY | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 15.6" |
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| 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. | 60 Hz | 144 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | - |
| Colour Gamut | 72% NTSC | - |
| Features | Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, Dolby Vision, 72% NTSC colour gamut | Thin bezel design |
| PROCESSOR | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.5 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Number of Cores | Quad-Core | 8-core |
| Cache | 8 MB | 24 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
| Chipset | Intel HM470 | - |
| Features | Integrated memory controller | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
| MEMORY | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2933 MHz | - |
| Rated Speed | 2933 MHz | - |
| Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| STORAGE | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel UHD Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 |
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| Video Memory | - | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | - | NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 |
| Gaming | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 720p |
| Resolution | 1 Megapixel | - |
| Camera Features | Privacy shutter | - |
| Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
| Codec | Realtek ALC3286 | - |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos | - |
| Audio Features | - | Nahimic 3 sound technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 |
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| Wireless Controller | M.2 Card | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 |
| Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
| BATTERY | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| Technology | Lithium Ion | 3-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 60 Wh | 53.5 Wh |
| Battery Life | Up to 8 hours | - |
| AC ADAPTER | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| Input | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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| Output | 95 Watt | 150 Watt |
| INPUT | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Anti-ghosting, multi-touch touchpad, white LED backlight | Red backlighting |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| Interfaces | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Always On) USB 3.2 Gen 2 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) Headphone/microphone combo jack VGA (on supplied adapter) HDMI (on supplied adapter) USB 3.0 (on supplied adapter) |
HDMI USB 2.0 USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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| Memory Card Reader | 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) | - |
| SOFTWARE | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English | Windows 10 Home |
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| Software Included | Microsoft Office (30 days trial) | MSI APP Player, MSI Center |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo Legion Y740S-15IMH (Lenovo Legion Y740S) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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| Included Accessories | USB-C power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Bundled with | Lenovo USB-C 3-in-1 Hub | - |
| Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader | - |
| Features | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password | Cooler Boost 5 technology |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 | - |
| SAR Value | 0.016 W/kg (body), 0.016 W/kg (limb) | - |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return | Limited warranty - 1 year |
| Model Number | 15IMH 81YX | 843UK |
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