Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) vs. MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) and MSI Katana GF66 (12UC). 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.

Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

comprehensive port selection

decent cooling system

144hz refresh rate

average battery life

heavyweight design

modest audio quality

standard display color

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 Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) and MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
72 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) vs. MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.1 cm x 25.8 cm x 2.79 cm 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.25 kg
Colour Matte black -
DISPLAY Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, thin bezel design, IPS-level Thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 10500H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic audio
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8411B -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 48.96 Wh 53.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A
INPUT Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features 15 colours backlighting Red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA) (1 free) -
Interfaces LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 2.0
Microphone input
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
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 (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI APP Player, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte G5 KC (5UK1130SH) MSI Katana GF66 (12UC)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Features WINDFORCE Cooling System Cooler Boost 5 technology
Compliant Standards DisplayPort 1.4 -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 070UK
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