MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) vs. MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) and MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider). 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 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

MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

excellent cooling system

versatile connectivity options

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) and MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) vs. MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.9 kg
DISPLAY MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
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. 144 Hz 360 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Thin bezel design, IPS-level MSI Matrix Display
PROCESSOR MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
RAM 8 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound - Stereo speakers, two subwoofers, microphone
Audio Features - Nahimic audio, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675
Network Interface - 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 53.5 Wh 99.9 Wh
INPUT MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Red backlighting Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GF66 11UC (252UK Katana) MSI GE76 12UH (419UK Raider)
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 5 technology SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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