MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG)
MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG)

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA). 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 Leopard GP66 (11UG) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

good thermal management

ample connectivity options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

affordable price point

ample port selection

decent thermal management

average battery life

modest build quality

heavyweight design

dim screen brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm 35.96 cm x 27.78 cm x 2.09 cm
Weight 2.38 kg 2.6 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour - Onyx grey
DISPLAY MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 350 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features IPS-level Anti-glare, FreeSync Technology, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12500H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 12-core
Cache 16 MB 18 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB 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 Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0, Direct X 12 Ultimate
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Output: Nahimic audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
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 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 65 Wh 71 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 170 Watt
INPUT MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (white)
Features Per-key RGB Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
SOFTWARE MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI APP Player, MSI Center Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Leopard GP66 (11UG) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 16IAH7 (82SA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Max Operating Temperature - 40 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 0 - 90%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 097UK -
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