MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) vs. Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) and Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD). 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 Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution mini-led display

premium aluminum build

excellent thermal management

rgb keyboard lighting

quite expensive

heavy and bulky

average battery life

limited port selection

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) and Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
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87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) vs. Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.8 cm x 27.3 cm x 2.42 cm 35.81 cm x 26.35 cm x 1.94 cm
Weight 2.6 kg 2.53 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Titanium grey Black (bottom), storm grey (top)
DISPLAY MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features IPS-level Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 178° viewing angle, HDR 400 compatible, Low Blue Light technology, DC dimmer, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800HX / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 16-core
Cache - 25 MB
Chipset - Intel HM670
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 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 GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Dynamic Boost NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Fixed focus, e-camera shutter
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Nahimic sound technology Harman audio technology, Smart Amp, Nahimic audio, super linear speaker
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
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 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8125BG
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 53.5 Wh 99.99 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9.8 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.8 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 240 Watt 300 Watt
INPUT MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features - Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, switchable keycaps, easy tool inbox
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 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 USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (135W Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE MSI GL76 12UEK (047UK Pulse) Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
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 Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - RGB lighting, force sensor
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV High Gaming Performance Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
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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