In depth comparison and review of Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) and MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth). 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 | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 36 cm x 26 cm x 2.35 cm | 35.83 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.98 cm |
Weight | 2.5 kg | 2.1 kg |
Case Material | Aluminum | - |
Colour | Storm grey | Core black |
DISPLAY | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 16" - IPS | 15.6" |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 165 Hz | 240 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
Image Brightness | 500 cd/m² | - |
Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
Features | Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 178° viewing angle, HDR 400 compatible, DC dimmer, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision | MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level |
PROCESSOR | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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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 | Intel HM570 | - |
Features | Integrated memory controller | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
MEMORY | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | 64 GB |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | 3200 MHz | 4800 MHz |
Rated Speed | 3200 MHz | - |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
STORAGE | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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RAID Level | RAID 0 | - |
AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 / Intel UHD Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti |
Max Monitors Supported | 3 external monitor(s) | - |
Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | - | Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost |
Gaming | Yes | Yes |
Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 720p |
Camera Features | E-camera shutter | IR camera |
Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
Codec | Realtek ALC3306 | - |
Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio | - |
Audio Features | Harman audio technology, Smart Amp, Nahimic audio | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology |
VR Ready | Yes | - |
COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 - M.2 Card | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | Realtek RTL8111H | Killer E3100G |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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Technology | Lithium polymer | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 80 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
Battery Life | Up to 6.6 hours | - |
AC ADAPTER | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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Output | 300 Watt | 240 Watt |
INPUT | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, glass touchpad | Per-key RGB |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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Slots | 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) | 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) |
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Interfaces | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only) USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (data only) LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack HDMI |
LAN HDMI USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
SOFTWARE | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English | Windows 11 Home Advanced |
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Software Included | Microsoft Office (Trial) | Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Killer Network Manager, MSI Mystic Light, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, SteelSeries GG, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair |
MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo Legion 7 16ITHg6 (82K6) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Integrated Options | RGB lighting | - |
Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip | Fingerprint reader |
Features | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology |
Compliant Standards | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Hardware Low Blue Light Certification, TUV High Gaming Performance Certification | - |
Max Operating Temperature | 35 °C | - |
Min Operating Temperature | 5 °C | - |
Humidity Range Operating | 8 - 95% | - |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return | Limited warranty - 2 years |