MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) vs. MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) and MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS). 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 GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics 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

MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptional processing power

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

versatile connectivity options

heavier than competitors

premium price point

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) and MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) vs. MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.8 cm x 27.3 cm x 2.42 cm 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm
Weight 2.8 kg 2.9 kg
Colour Titanium grey Black
DISPLAY MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 360 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Colour Support - 16.8 million colours
Features IPS-level TrueColor, MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light
PROCESSOR MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
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 24 MB 25 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
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 GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost 2.0, MSI OverBoost technology, NVIDIA DLSS, Ray tracing cores Gen2
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two woofers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, 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 AX1675
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111 Killer E3100
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 99.9 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Output 240 Watt 330 Watt
INPUT MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features - Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (RJ-45)
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Mini DisplayPort
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG, Killer Network
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL76 12UGK (091UK Pulse) MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, up to 8K@60Hz/4K@120Hz
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 066UK
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