MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) vs. MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI GL63 8SE (093UK)
MSI GL63 8SE (093UK)

Our Rating: 75 %

MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) and MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

responsive 120Hz display

adequate cooling system

robust build quality

competitive pricing

average battery life

heavyweight design

noisy under load

limited port selection

MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

ample storage options

robust build quality

reasonable price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) and MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) vs. MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.3 cm x 26 cm x 2.95 cm 39.8 cm x 27.3 cm x 2.52 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2.6 kg
Colour Black -
DISPLAY MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13620H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache - L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD -
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: Nahimic 3 sound technology, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2400 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 53.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
Output 180 Watt -
INPUT MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features - Marked WASD, 1.7mm travel distance, 4-Zone RGB backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
Interfaces Headphone/SPDIF combo jack
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
Microphone input
USB 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI APP Player, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL63 8SE (093UK) MSI Katana 17 (B13VEK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost 5 technology Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 015UK
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