In depth comparison and review of MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) and MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.
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
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
powerful gaming performance
high refresh rate display
sleek, portable design
robust build quality
advanced cooling system
premium price point
average battery life
noisy under load
limited port selection
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.495 cm | 35.83 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.98 cm |
| Weight | 2.35 kg | 2.1 kg |
| Colour | Black | Core black |
| DISPLAY | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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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) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 144 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Features | MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level | MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, narrow-bezel design, IPS-level |
| PROCESSOR | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| 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 GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | - | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 3200 MHz | 3200 MHz |
| Rated Speed | - | 3200 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
| STORAGE | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
|---|---|---|
| Graphics Processor (GPU) | AMD Radeon RX 6600M / AMD Radeon Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 |
| Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | - | NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 |
| Gaming | Yes | - |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 720p |
| Camera Features | - | IR camera |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
| Audio Features | Nahimic 3 sound technology | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 210 |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology, dual stream (2x2) |
| BATTERY | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| Technology | 4-cell | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 90 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| Output | 180 Watt | 230 Watt |
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| INPUT | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad, NumberPad | Keyboard, touchpad |
|---|---|---|
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | - | SteelSeries Engine 3, per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| Slots | - | 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0) (1 free) 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free) |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |
LAN HDMI USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Power Delivery) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
| SOFTWARE | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 Home Advanced |
|---|---|---|
| Software Included | MSI APP Player, MSI Center | WinZip, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, Killer Network Manager, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, Nahimic VR, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI Alpha 15 (B5EEK) | MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Cooler Boost 5 technology | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | 064UK | - |
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