In depth comparison and review of Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) and MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39.5 cm x 26.2 cm x 3.23 cm | 39.8 cm x 27.3 cm x 2.52 cm |
Weight | 2.38 kg | 2.6 kg |
Colour | - | Black |
DISPLAY | Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" | 17.3" |
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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. | 240 Hz | 144 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Colour Gamut | 72% NTSC | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC |
Features | Anti-glare, thin bezel design, IPS-level | IPS-level |
PROCESSOR | Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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CPU | Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.6 GHz | 4.7 GHz |
Number of Cores | 8-core | 14-core |
Cache | 24 MB | 24 MB |
Chipset | Mobile Intel HM570 Express | - |
Features | Intel Smart Cache, 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 G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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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 |
Rated Speed | - | 3200 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
STORAGE | Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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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 G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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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 3060 |
Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 | Dynamic Boost |
Gaming | - | Yes |
Camera | Yes - HD | Yes - 720p |
Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
Compliant Standards | DTS:X Ultra | - |
Audio Features | Nahimic 3 sound technology | Nahimic audio |
COMMUNICATIONS | Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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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 G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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Technology | - | 3-cell lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 48.96 Wh | 53.5 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 4 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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Output | 150 Watt | 240 Watt |
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INPUT | Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
Features | 15 colours backlighting | Red backlighting |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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Slots | 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0) 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) |
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Interfaces | LAN USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Mini DisplayPort 1.4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB 2.0 Microphone input HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
LAN HDMI USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card) | - |
SOFTWARE | Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Home Advanced |
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Software Included | - | Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Crosshair |
MISCELLANEOUS | Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip | - |
Features | WINDFORCE Cooling System | Cooler Boost 5 technology |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 1 year |