MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9). 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 GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

ample storage options

advanced cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

limited port selection

high price point

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

high refresh rate display

ample connectivity options

solid build quality

average battery life

dim display brightness

heavyweight design

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.8 cm x 27.3 cm x 2.42 cm 35.96 cm x 26.64 cm x 2.18 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 2.315 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Titanium grey Glacier White | Onyx grey
DISPLAY MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features IPS-level Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 12-core
Cache - 18 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Nahimic sound technology Nahimic audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 53.5 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 7.7 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 7.7 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features - Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, blue backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (0 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
SOFTWARE MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home - English
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 Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IAH7 (82S9)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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