In depth comparison and review of MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) and Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD). 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 | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm | 35.81 cm x 26.35 cm x 1.94 cm |
| Weight | 2.38 kg | 2.53 kg |
| Case Material | - | Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) |
| Colour | Titanium blue | Black (bottom), storm grey (top) |
| DISPLAY | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 16" - IPS |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 240 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:10 |
| Image Brightness | - | 500 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB |
| Features | MSI Matrix Display | Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 178° viewing angle, HDR 400 compatible, Low Blue Light technology, DC dimmer, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision |
| PROCESSOR | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900HK / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800HX / 2 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 14-core | 16-core |
| Cache | 24 MB | 25 MB |
| Chipset | - | Intel HM670 |
| Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 | Integrated memory controller |
| MEMORY | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| RAM | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Rated Speed | - | 4800 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
| STORAGE | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics |
| Max Monitors Supported | - | 3 external monitor(s) |
| Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | - | NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0 |
| Gaming | - | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 1080p |
| Camera Features | - | Fixed focus, e-camera shutter |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | - |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Codec | - | Realtek ALC3306 |
| Compliant Standards | - | High Definition Audio |
| Audio Features | Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker | Harman audio technology, Smart Amp, Nahimic audio, super linear speaker |
| VR Ready | Yes | Yes |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 Card |
| Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ethernet Controller | - | Realtek RTL8125BG |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
| BATTERY | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | Lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 99.9 Wh | 99.99 Wh |
| Battery Life | - | Up to 9.8 hours |
| Battery Run Time | - | Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.8 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| Input | - | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | - | 300 Watt |
| INPUT | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Per-key RGB | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, switchable keycaps, easy tool inbox |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| Slots | - | 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) |
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| Interfaces | Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN HDMI 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Mini DisplayPort |
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (135W Power Delivery) HDMI LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
| Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card) | - |
| SOFTWARE | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home - English |
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| Software Included | MSI Mystic Light, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG | Microsoft Office (Trial) |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) | Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Integrated Options | - | RGB lighting, force sensor |
| Security | - | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
| Features | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS |
| Compliant Standards | - | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV High Gaming Performance Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) |
| Max Operating Temperature | - | 35 °C |
| Min Operating Temperature | - | 5 °C |
| Humidity Range Operating | - | 8 - 95% |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return |
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