MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

reasonable price point

solid build quality

decent thermal management

average battery life

heavyweight design

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable gaming option

decent processor performance

good thermal management

full hd display

upgradable memory and storage

average battery life

plastic build quality

no thunderbolt support

dim display brightness

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
69 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm 35.96 cm x 25.19 cm x 2.42 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.25 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Shadow black
DISPLAY MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
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. 144 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11400H / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11300H / 3.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 8 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 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 1 1
STORAGE MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design -
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 53.5 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 8 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt 135 Watt
INPUT MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Red backlighting Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
Slots - 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (0 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x2) (1 free)
Interfaces HDMI
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
SOFTWARE MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GF66 11SC (254UK Katana) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15IHU6 (82K1)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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