MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) vs. MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) and MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO). 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 GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust cooling system

RGB backlit keyboard

solid build quality

heavy and bulky

average battery life

limited port selection

loud under load

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 GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) and MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
93 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) vs. MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.39 cm 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm
Weight 2.25 kg 2.38 kg
Colour Titanium grey Core black
DISPLAY MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features IPS-level -
PROCESSOR MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 14-core
Cache - 24 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
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 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology
Gaming Yes 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 Nahimic audio Output: Nahimic audio, Hi-Res Audio
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 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
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 65 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt 280 Watt
INPUT MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features - Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
LAN
HDMI
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)
SOFTWARE MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair MSI APP Player, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL66 12UGK (066UK Pulse) MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features 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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