MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) vs. MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) and MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana). 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.

MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful AMD processor

vivid 144Hz display

RGB backlit keyboard

ample connectivity options

decent gaming performance

average battery life

heavier build

noisy under load

limited upgradeability

MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

efficient nvidia graphics

high refresh rate display

solid build quality

competitive pricing

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) and MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) vs. MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.495 cm 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 2.35 kg 2.1 kg
Colour Black -
DISPLAY MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
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. 144 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level Thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 24 MB
Chipset - Intel HM570
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon RX 6600M / AMD Radeon Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone -
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
Technology 4-cell 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 53.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
Output 180 Watt -
INPUT MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
Type Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features - Red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN (RJ-45)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included MSI APP Player, MSI Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number 064UK -
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