MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) vs. Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) and Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17). 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 GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

sleek, attractive design

robust build quality

good thermal management

high price point

average battery life

heavy for portability

limited upgradeability

Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-refresh-rate display

advanced cooling system

expandable storage options

rgb keyboard lighting

heavier than competitors

short battery life

premium price point

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) and Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
82 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) vs. Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.83 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.98 cm 38.035 cm x 28 cm x 2.19 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 3 kg
Case Material - Anodised aluminium
Colour Core black Abyssal black
DISPLAY MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 250 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness - 1000 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 100% DCI-P3
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 Anti-glare, matte, ComfyView, Acer BluelightShield technology, 8 ms response rate, Narrow Border Display, Dynamic Display Switching (DDS)
PROCESSOR MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
CPU Intel Core i9 (10th Gen) 10980HK / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13900HX / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.3 GHz 5.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 24-core
Cache 16 MB L3 - 36 MB
Chipset Intel HM470 Intel HM770
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
RAM 64 GB (2 x 32 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2.048 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features IR camera Windows Hello, Temporal Noise Reduction
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Six speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards - DTS:X
Audio Features Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: Acer TrueHarmony technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 210 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i - M.2 2230 (CNVi)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer Ethernet E3100G
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Technology 4-cell -
Battery Capacity (Size) 99.9 Wh 99 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Output - 330 Watt, 19.5 V, 16.9 A
INPUT MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB Multi-gesture touch pad, precision touchpad, Acer PredatorSense, per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Interfaces LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (with power off charging)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, MSI APP Player -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GS66 10UG (010UK Stealth) Acer Predator Triton 17 X (PTX17)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology Administrator password, system password, vapor chamber cooling system, 5th Gen AeroBlade 3D fan technology, liquid metal grease
SAR Value - 0.8 W/kg (body), 0.8 W/kg (head), 0.8 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 71
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