Side by side comparison and review of MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) and MSI Katana GF66 (12UC). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
powerful gaming performance
high refresh rate display
robust build quality
excellent thermal management
RGB lighting customization
quite heavy
expensive
average battery life
loud under load
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
powerful gaming performance
affordable price point
high refresh rate display
robust build quality
decent thermal management
average battery life
dim display brightness
limited storage capacity
noisy under load
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm | 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm |
Weight | 2.38 kg | 2.25 kg |
Colour | Titanium blue-black | - |
DISPLAY | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 15.6" |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 60 Hz | 144 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | - |
Colour Gamut | 100% Adobe RGB | 45% NTSC |
Features | MSI Matrix Display, thin bezel design | Thin bezel design, IPS-level |
PROCESSOR | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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CPU | Intel Core i9 (10th Gen) 10980HK / 2.4 GHz | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 5.3 GHz | 4.7 GHz |
Number of Cores | 8-core | 14-core |
Cache | 16 MB | 24 MB |
Chipset | Intel HM470 | - |
Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 | Intel Smart Cache |
MEMORY | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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RAM | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 64 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 2933 MHz | 3200 MHz |
Rated Speed | 3200 MHz | 3200 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
Empty Slots | 0 | 1 |
STORAGE | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Video Memory | 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | Max-Q design | Dynamic Boost |
Gaming | - | Yes |
Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 720p |
Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
Sound | Stereo speakers | Stereo speakers, microphone |
Audio Features | Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker | Nahimic audio |
VR Ready | Yes | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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Wireless Controller | - | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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Technology | 4-cell Lithium Ion | 3-cell |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 99.9 Wh | 53.5 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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Input | - | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 280 Watt | 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A |
INPUT | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
Features | Per-key RGB | Red backlighting |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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Interfaces | LAN HDMI Mini DisplayPort 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN HDMI 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
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Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) | - |
SOFTWARE | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
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Software Included | Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, Killer Network Manager, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI True Color 3.0 | MSI APP Player, MSI Center |
MISCELLANEOUS | MSI GE66 10UH (001UK Raider) | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Features | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported | Cooler Boost 5 technology |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |
Model Number | - | 070UK |