MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) vs. MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) and MSI Katana GF66 (12UE). 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 GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust cooling system

decent build quality

good audio output

heavy and bulky

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

MSI Katana GF66 (12UE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Katana GF66 (12UE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

competitive pricing

robust build quality

decent thermal management

average battery life

heavyweight design

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) and MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) vs. MSI Katana GF66 (12UE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.435 cm 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.25 kg
DISPLAY MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
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 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features IPS-level IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12650H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
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 GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, NVIDIA DLSS, Ray tracing cores Gen2
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound - Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Output: Nahimic 3D audio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
Technology - 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) - 53.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 240 Watt
INPUT MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features - Red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free)
Interfaces USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI APP Player, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) MSI Katana GF66 (12UE)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features - Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 1035UK
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