MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) vs. Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) and Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH). 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.

MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vivid rgb lighting

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

comprehensive port selection

full hd display

decent cooling system

average battery life

heavyweight design

modest audio quality

plastic build quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) and Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) vs. Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.3 cm x 26 cm x 2.95 cm 36.1 cm x 25.8 cm x 3.16 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 2.2 kg
Colour - Black
DISPLAY MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
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
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare, thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel HM570
Features - Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Speed Shift Technology
MEMORY MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, two subwoofers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - DTS:X Ultra
Audio Features ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Killer Wireless-AC 1550i Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8411B
Features Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology -
BATTERY MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 48.96 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
Output 280 Watt 150 Watt
INPUT MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features SteelSeries Engine 3 15 colours backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 / SATA)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0)
Interfaces LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
Microphone input
Headphone/SPDIF combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Microphone input
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GE63 8SF (090UK Raider RGB) Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH)
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 SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost 5 technology WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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