MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) vs. MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) and MSI Katana GF76 (12UG). 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 GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb gaming performance

high refresh rate display

excellent thermal management

robust build quality

versatile connectivity options

quite expensive

heavy and bulky

average battery life

loud under load

MSI Katana GF76 (12UG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Katana GF76 (12UG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

large 17-inch display

reasonable price point

solid build quality

decent thermal management

heavy and bulky

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) and MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) vs. MSI Katana GF76 (12UG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm 39.8 cm x 27.3 cm x 2.52 cm
Weight 2.38 kg 2.6 kg
Colour Titanium blue Black
DISPLAY MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
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. 120 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 72% NTSC
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 3.0 IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900HK / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 -
MEMORY MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 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 GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 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, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker Nahimic sound technology
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer E3100G -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
Technology 4-cell 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 99.9 Wh 53.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
Output - 240 Watt
INPUT MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB Red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free)
Interfaces LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home Advanced
Software Included - Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GE66 12UHS (278UK Raider) MSI Katana GF76 (12UG)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
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 - 1 year
Model Number - 049UK
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