MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) vs. Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)

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Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) and Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB). 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 GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

efficient nvidia graphics

high refresh rate display

solid build quality

competitive pricing

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

ample connectivity options

robust build quality

reasonable price point

average battery life

heavier design

loud under load

modest color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) and Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) vs. Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm 35.88 cm x 26.235 cm x 1.999 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.4 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour - Cloud grey (top), storm grey (bottom)
DISPLAY MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Thin bezel design, IPS-level Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 178° viewing angle, DC dimmer, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 12-core
Cache 24 MB 18 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
RAM 8 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Fixed focus, e-camera shutter
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Nahimic audio
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 53.5 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6.68 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 300 Watt
INPUT MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Red backlighting Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) Lenovo Legion 5 15IAH7H (82RB)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Super Rapid Charge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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