Side by side comparison and review of MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) and MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK). 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 39.8 cm x 27.3 cm x 2.52 cm | 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm |
| Weight | 2.6 kg | 2.9 kg |
| Colour | Black | - |
| DISPLAY | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" | 17.3" |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 144 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Features | IPS-level | MSI Matrix Display |
| PROCESSOR | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.7 GHz | 4.7 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 14-core | 14-core |
| Cache | 24 MB | 24 MB |
| Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 |
| MEMORY | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 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 | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti |
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| Video Memory | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | Dynamic Boost | MSI OverBoost technology |
| Gaming | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, two subwoofers, microphone |
| Audio Features | Nahimic audio | Nahimic audio, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | - |
| BATTERY | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| Technology | 3-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 53.5 Wh | 99 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| Output | 240 Watt | - |
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| INPUT | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Red backlighting | Per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| Interfaces | LAN HDMI USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Headphone/microphone combo jack USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 LAN HDMI Mini DisplayPort |
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| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (SD Card) |
| SOFTWARE | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home Advanced | Windows 11 Home |
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| Software Included | Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Crosshair | - |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GE76 12UGS (421UK) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security Slot Type | - | Kensington security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | Cooler Boost 5 technology | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, MSI Mystic Light Sync supported |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
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