MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) vs. MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) and MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse). 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 GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable gaming option

lightweight design

decent processor performance

thin bezel display

solid build quality

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust cooling system

RGB backlit keyboard

solid build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive for specs

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) and MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) vs. MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.4 cm x 2.17 cm 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.39 cm
Weight 1.86 kg 2.25 kg
Colour Black Titanium grey
DISPLAY MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 8 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/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 Qualcomm QCA8171 Realtek RTL8111
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7 hours -
AC ADAPTER MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
Output 150 Watt 240 Watt
INPUT MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Red backlighting Multi RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4 / SATA) (0 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
LAN
HDMI
SOFTWARE MSI GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Plus Windows 11 Home Advanced
Software Included MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI Creator Center 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 GF63 10SC (059UK Thin) MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Cooler Boost technology Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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