MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) vs. MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) and MSI Katana GF66 (12UC). 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 Katana GF66 (12UC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

decent thermal management

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) and MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) vs. MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
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 2.49 cm
Weight 2.25 kg 2.25 kg
DISPLAY MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
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 -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, 3 ms response rate Thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
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 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Killer Wireless-AC 1550i Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 53.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A
INPUT MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features SteelSeries Engine 3 Red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI APP Player, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GS75 8SF (052UK Stealth) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 070UK
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