MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) vs. Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) and Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH). 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.

MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

vibrant 240Hz display

robust build quality

excellent cooling system

RGB lighting customization

heavy and bulky

high price point

average battery life

loud under load

Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate screen

expandable storage options

robust build quality

good thermal management

heavy design

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) and Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
76 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) vs. Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm 39.5 cm x 26.2 cm x 3.23 cm
Weight 2.38 kg 2.38 kg
Colour Titanium blue -
DISPLAY MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3"
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 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology Anti-glare, thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 Mobile Intel HM570 Express
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT)
MEMORY MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
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 MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - HD
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - DTS:X Ultra
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek RTL8411B
BATTERY MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 99.9 Wh 48.96 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 4 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
Output - 150 Watt
INPUT MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB 15 colours backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0) (1 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0)
Interfaces HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
LAN
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Power Delivery)
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 10 Home
Software Included WinZip, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, Killer Network Manager, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, Nahimic VR, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GE66 11UG (095UK Raider) Gigabyte G7 MD (71UK123SH)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology WINDFORCE Cooling System
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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