Side by side comparison and review of MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) and MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider). 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.
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
lightweight and portable
powerful i7 processor
vibrant 4k display
long battery life
fast ssd storage
high price point
limited gaming performance
no ethernet port
average speaker quality
Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.
powerful gaming performance
vibrant 240Hz display
robust build quality
excellent cooling system
RGB lighting customization
heavy for portability
high price point
average battery life
loud under load
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| Product Type | Notebook - 180-degree hinge design | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.89 cm | 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm |
| Weight | 1.69 kg | 2.38 kg |
| Colour | Carbon grey | Titanium blue |
| DISPLAY | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 15.6" |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 60 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:9 |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC | - |
| Features | MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified, IPS-level, True Display | WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 |
| PROCESSOR | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1240P | Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.4 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 12-core | 8-core |
| Cache | 12 MB | 24 MB |
| Chipset | - | Intel HM570 |
| Features | Intel Smart Cache | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
| MEMORY | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| RAM | 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | - | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | - | 3200 MHz |
| Rated Speed | - | 3200 MHz |
| Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | - | 2 |
| Empty Slots | - | 0 |
| STORAGE | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 |
|---|---|---|
| Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | - | Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p |
| Camera Features | IR camera, Windows Hello | - |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
| Audio Features | - | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker |
| VR Ready | - | Yes |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 210 |
| Network Interface | - | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Features | - | Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology, Killer Shield |
| BATTERY | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| Technology | 4-cell | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 82 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
| INPUT | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
|---|---|---|
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | White LED backlight | Per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| Slots | - | 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free) 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0) (1 free) |
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| Interfaces | Headphone/microphone combo jack 2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI |
HDMI Mini DisplayPort LAN USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Power Delivery) |
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (microSD) | Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) |
| SOFTWARE | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 Home Advanced |
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| Software Included | NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI Center Pro, MSI Battery Master, MSI True Colour Technology | WinZip, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, Killer Network Manager, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, Nahimic VR, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI Prestige 15 (A12UC) | MSI GE66 11UG (096UK Raider) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security | Fingerprint reader | - |
| Features | MIL-STD-810G tested, ergonomic | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | 035UK | - |
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