Detailed comparison and review of Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) and MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 36.1 cm x 25.8 cm x 3.16 cm | 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 2.69 cm |
Weight | 2.2 kg | 2.25 kg |
Colour | Black | - |
DISPLAY | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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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. | 144 Hz | 165 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Colour Gamut | 72% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
Features | Anti-glare, thin bezel design, IPS-level | - |
PROCESSOR | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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CPU | Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.5 GHz | 5 GHz |
Number of Cores | 6-core | 14-core |
Cache | 12 MB | 24 MB |
Chipset | Intel HM570 | - |
Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Speed Shift Technology | - |
MEMORY | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | - |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 3200 MHz | 3200 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | - |
Empty Slots | 0 | - |
STORAGE | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 |
Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 | - |
Gaming | - | Yes |
Camera | Yes - HD | Yes - 720p |
Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | - |
Compliant Standards | DTS:X Ultra | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | Realtek RTL8411B | - |
Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | 4-cell |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 48.96 Wh | 90 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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Output | 150 Watt | - |
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INPUT | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
Features | 15 colours backlighting | - |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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Slots | 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 / SATA) 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) |
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Interfaces | USB 2.0 USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI Mini DisplayPort 1.4 Headphone/microphone combo jack Microphone input LAN |
HDMI USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card) | - |
SOFTWARE | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 11 Home |
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Software Included | - | MSI APP Player |
MISCELLANEOUS | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI Crosshair 15 (B12UGZ) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip | - |
Features | WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System | Cooler Boost 5 technology |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |
Model Number | - | 293UK |