MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) vs. MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) and MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider). 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 GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

effective cooling system

decent keyboard feedback

heavy and bulky

short battery life

noisy under load

limited port selection

MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

excellent thermal management

RGB lighting customization

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) and MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
83 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) vs. MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm
Weight 2.38 kg 2.38 kg
Colour Black -
DISPLAY MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features IPS-level MSI Matrix Display
PROCESSOR MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache 16 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2933 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 GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
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 GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes Yes - 1080p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Nahimic audio, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 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
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 65 Wh 99.9 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
Output 230 Watt -
INPUT MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces LAN
HDMI
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
Software Included WinZip, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, Killer Network Manager, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, Nahimic VR, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GP66 10UG (008UK Leopard) MSI GE66 12UH (280UK Raider)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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