MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) vs. MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) and MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse). 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 GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

slim, attractive design

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

ample connectivity options

comfortable keyboard

high price point

average battery life

loud under load

prone to fingerprints

MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust cooling system

decent build quality

good audio output

heavy and bulky

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) and MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
83 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) vs. MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.61 cm x 25.95 cm x 1.895 cm 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.435 cm
Weight 2.25 kg 2.1 kg
DISPLAY MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, 3 ms response rate IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 9 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel HM570
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone -
Audio Features Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Killer Wireless-AC 1550i -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology -
BATTERY MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh -
AC ADAPTER MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
Output 230 Watt -
INPUT MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features SteelSeries Engine 3 -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
Interfaces Microphone input
Headphone output
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI GL66 11UDK (249UK Pulse)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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