MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) vs. MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) and MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector). 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 GF65 9SD (252 Thin) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

sleek lightweight design

affordable price point

high refresh rate display

solid build quality

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

mediocre speaker quality

MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

ample connectivity options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) and MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) vs. MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.4 cm x 2.17 cm 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm
Weight 1.86 kg 2.38 kg
Colour - Core black
DISPLAY MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features - MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
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 GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Nahimic sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8125BG
BATTERY MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 65 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Output 180 Watt 280 Watt
INPUT MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Red backlighting Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
SOFTWARE MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home Advanced
Software Included - Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, SteelSeries GG, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GF65 9SD (252 Thin) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
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