MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) vs. Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) and Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH). 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 9SC (419UK Thin) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

solid gaming performance

decent battery life

thin bezel display

average build quality

no thunderbolt support

limited upgrade options

mediocre speaker quality

Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

good thermal management

decent build quality

full hd display

average battery life

heavy and bulky

modest audio quality

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) and Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) vs. Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.4 cm x 2.17 cm 36.1 cm x 25.8 cm x 2.79 cm
Weight 1.86 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
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. 60 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
CPU Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel HM470
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
STORAGE MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8411B
BATTERY MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 48.96 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 4 hour(s)
AC ADAPTER MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
Output 120 Watt 180 Watt
INPUT MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Red backlighting -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 2.0
Microphone input
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI Help Desk, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GF63 9SC (419UK Thin) Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH)
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 Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology WINDFORCE Cooling System
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return
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