MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) vs. Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) and Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL). 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 12UGS (452UK Vector) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

ample connectivity options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust thermal management

customizable RGB keyboard

reasonable price point

average battery life

heavy and bulky

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) and Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) vs. Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm 36.306 cm x 25.961 cm x 2.61 cm
Weight 2.38 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Core black Phantom black
DISPLAY MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (WQHD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 6-core
Cache 24 MB 12 MB
Chipset - Intel HM470
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 2933 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
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 GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0
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, Dolby Atmos Gaming
Audio Features Nahimic sound technology Harman/kardon stereo speakers
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 M.2 Card
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8125BG -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
Technology 4-cell Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 65 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5.9 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 280 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (data only)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Advanced Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, SteelSeries GG, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Lenovo Legion 5 15IMH6 (82NL)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro
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 - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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