Detailed comparison and review of Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) and MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse). 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 GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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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 25.9 cm x 2.39 cm |
Weight | 2.2 kg | 2.25 kg |
Colour | Black | Titanium grey |
DISPLAY | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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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 | MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level |
PROCESSOR | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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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 | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
MEMORY | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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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 | 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 | 2 |
Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
STORAGE | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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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 GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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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 | Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost |
Gaming | - | Yes |
Camera | Yes - HD | Yes - 720p |
Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers |
Compliant Standards | DTS:X Ultra | - |
Audio Features | - | Nahimic 3 sound technology |
COMMUNICATIONS | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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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 | Realtek RTL8111 |
Features | - | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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Technology | Lithium Ion | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 48.96 Wh | 90 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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Output | 150 Watt | 240 Watt |
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INPUT | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
Features | 15 colours backlighting | Multi RGB |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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Slots | 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 / SATA) 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) |
2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) |
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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 |
Headphone/microphone combo jack USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 LAN HDMI |
Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card) | - |
SOFTWARE | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition | Windows 11 Home Advanced |
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Software Included | - | Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair |
MISCELLANEOUS | Gigabyte G5 MD (51UK121SH) | MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) |
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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 - 1 year |