MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) vs. MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) and MSI GS66 12UH (200UK 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.

MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK 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

expensive price point

average battery life

loud under load

MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

sleek, portable design

robust build quality

efficient cooling system

expensive price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) and MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
86 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
87 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) vs. MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm 35.83 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.98 cm
Weight 2.38 kg 2.1 kg
Colour Titanium blue Core black
DISPLAY MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features MSI Matrix Display MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900HK / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 -
MEMORY MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 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) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic audio
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
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)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i -
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Killer E3100G
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 99.9 Wh 99.9 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
Output - 240 Watt
INPUT MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Per-key RGB Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
LAN
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home Advanced
Software Included MSI Mystic Light, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Killer Network Manager, MSI Mystic Light, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI True Color 3.0, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, SteelSeries GG, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair, Noise Cancellation
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GE66 12UGS (281UK Raider) MSI GS66 12UH (200UK Stealth)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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