Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) vs. MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) and MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector). 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 (8UK2130SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

affordable price point

good thermal management

decent build quality

full hd display

average battery life

heavy and bulky

modest audio quality

no thunderbolt support

MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

ample connectivity options

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) and MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
73 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) vs. MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.1 cm x 25.8 cm x 2.79 cm 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.38 kg
Colour Black Core black
DISPLAY Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1440 (WQHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10870H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache 16 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
RAM 16 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2933 MHz 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
STORAGE Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology
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 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8411B Realtek RTL8125BG
BATTERY Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 48.96 Wh 65 Wh
Battery Life Up to 4 hour(s) -
AC ADAPTER Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Output 180 Watt 280 Watt
INPUT Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features - Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express / SATA)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4)
2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (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
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 11 Home Advanced
Software Included - Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, SteelSeries GG, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair
MISCELLANEOUS Gigabyte G5 KC (8UK2130SH) MSI GP66 12UGS (452UK Vector)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features WINDFORCE Cooling System SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
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