MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) vs. MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI GL65 9SD (246UK)
MSI GL65 9SD (246UK)

Our Rating: 75 %

MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) 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 GL65 9SD (246UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

comfortable keyboard layout

reasonable price point

solid build quality

average battery life

heavy and bulky

no thunderbolt support

loud under load

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 GL65 9SD (246UK) and MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
87 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) vs. MSI Vector GP77 (13VG) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.77 cm x 24.8 cm x 2.75 cm 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm
Weight 2.3 kg 2.8 kg
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) 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. 120 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features MSI Matrix Display IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 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 SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 6 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, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: Nahimic 3 sound technology, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 65 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 240 Watt, 20 V, 12 A
INPUT MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Red backlighting Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone output
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)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) MSI Vector GP77 (13VG)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL65 9SD (246UK) 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 SteelSeries gaming keyboard, 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 - 2 years
Model Number - 027UK
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