MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) vs. MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) and MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK). 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 GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

superb gaming performance

thin, lightweight design

vibrant 144Hz display

effective thermal management

decent battery life

premium price tag

limited storage capacity

average speaker quality

noisy under load

MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

excellent cooling system

comprehensive connectivity options

quite heavy

expensive

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) and MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) vs. MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.9 kg
DISPLAY MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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. 144 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, 7 ms response rate MSI Matrix Display
PROCESSOR MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache 9 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
MEMORY MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
Total Capacity 1.024 TB -
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 x 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - MSI Super RAID 4, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design MSI OverBoost technology
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, two subwoofers, microphone
Audio Features Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic audio, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology, Killer Shield -
BATTERY MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 99 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
Output 230 Watt -
INPUT MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
Interfaces Microphone input
Headphone output
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GS65 8SG (059UK Stealth) MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost Trinity technology SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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