In depth comparison and review of MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) and MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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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 | 35.83 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.98 cm |
| Weight | 2.6 kg | 2.1 kg |
| Colour | Black | Core black |
| DISPLAY | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17.3" | 15.6" |
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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, IPS-level |
| PROCESSOR | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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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, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
| MEMORY | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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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 GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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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 GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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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 | Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost |
| Gaming | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | 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 audio | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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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 |
| Ethernet Controller | - | Killer E3100G |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
| BATTERY | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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| Technology | 3-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell lithium polymer |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 53.5 Wh | 99.9 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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| Output | 240 Watt | 240 Watt |
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| INPUT | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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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 GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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| Slots | - | 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) |
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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 |
LAN HDMI USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
| SOFTWARE | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home Advanced | Windows 11 Home Advanced |
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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 | Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Killer Network Manager, MSI Mystic Light, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, SteelSeries GG, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI GF76 12UE (050UK Katana) | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security | - | Fingerprint reader |
| Features | Cooler Boost 5 technology | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
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