MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) vs. MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) and MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO). 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 GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vivid 120Hz display

comfortable keyboard layout

reasonable price point

decent thermal management

average battery life

heavy build

no thunderbolt support

modest audio quality

MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) Review

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

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

ample connectivity options

efficient cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

premium price tag

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) and MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
93 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) vs. MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.7 cm x 24.8 cm x 2.8 cm 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2.38 kg
Colour Black Core black
DISPLAY MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features MSI Matrix Display, narrow-bezel design -
PROCESSOR MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10300H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 8 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
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 GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 4 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 Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Output: Nahimic audio, Hi-Res Audio
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
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 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Technology 6-cell 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 65 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 280 Watt
INPUT MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Red backlighting Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free)
Interfaces Microphone input
Headphone output
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
HDMI 2.1 (8K support)
Mini DisplayPort
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Online Backup (30 days trial), Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Remind Manager, MSI Battery Calibration, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, MSI System Control Manager, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player MSI APP Player, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL65 10SCXR (206UK Leopard) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost 5 technology SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 489UK
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