MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) vs. MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) and MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK). 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 Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavy and bulky

short battery life

limited port selection

high price point

MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

lightweight design

robust build quality

good thermal management

average battery life

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) and MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) vs. MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.69 cm 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.69 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2.3 kg
Colour Multi-colour gradient Grey
DISPLAY MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features IPS-level IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 24 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Reflex, NVIDIA Tensor Cores Gen 3, NVIDIA DLSS 3
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic sound technology Output: Nahimic 3 sound technology, Hi-Res Audio
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 53.5 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 1.7mm travel distance Marked WASD, 1.7mm travel distance, 4-Zone RGB backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair MSI Mystic Light, MSI APP Player, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Crosshair 15 (R6E B12UGZ) MSI Pulse 15 (B13VGK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology Cooler Boost 5 technology, Meta Ready
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number 297UK 294UK
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