MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) vs. MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) and MSI Vector GP77 (13VG). 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 11UG (087UK Katana) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

reasonable price point

robust build quality

decent thermal management

average battery life

heavyweight design

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high performance processor

superior graphics capabilities

fast refresh rate display

robust build quality

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

short battery life

premium price point

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) and MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
87 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) vs. MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
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 2.8 kg
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, IPS-level IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
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 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology
Gaming - Yes
Camera - Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Output: Nahimic 3 sound technology, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 53.5 Wh 65 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI (8K support)
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
SOFTWARE MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GF66 11UG (087UK Katana) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
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, Meta Ready
Compliant Standards - BSMI, FCC Part 15 B, RoHS, WEEE, JIS C 0950, REACH 2006/1907/EC
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 027UK
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