MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) vs. OMEN Transcend by HP 16

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) and OMEN Transcend by HP 16. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust cooling system

RGB backlit keyboard

solid build quality

heavy and bulky

short battery life

loud under load

expensive for specs

OMEN Transcend by HP 16 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of OMEN Transcend by HP 16 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high refresh rate display

powerful gaming performance

expandable storage options

RGB keyboard lighting

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

premium price point

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) and OMEN Transcend by HP 16
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
84 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) vs. OMEN Transcend by HP 16 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.39 cm 35.65 cm x 26.9 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.25 kg 2.09 kg
Colour Titanium grey Shadow black magnesium-aluminium (cover and keyboard frame), ceramic white aluminium (base)
DISPLAY MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% sRGB
Features MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level Anti-glare, Flicker Free technology, Micro Edge, 7 ms response rate, Low Blue Light technology, 84.45% screen-to-body ratio (without speakers)
PROCESSOR MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700HX
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 16-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 30 MB
Chipset - Intel HM770
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 GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
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 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Dynamic Boost NVIDIA G-SYNC
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - Full HD
Camera Features - HP TrueVision, privacy shutter, IR camera, Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions - 1080p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers Dual speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - DTS:X Ultra
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio, HP Audio Boost
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2), HP Extended Range Wireless LAN
BATTERY MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 70 Wh
Battery Run Time - Video playback: up to 10 hours
Typical usage: up to 7.75 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
Output 240 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, imagepad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Multi RGB Anti-ghosting, 26-key rollover, 4-Zone RGB backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
LAN
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery, Sleep & Charge)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Sleep & Charge)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI 2.1
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Mystic Light, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, MSI Companion, Game Highlights, Ambient Link, Crosshair HP Support Assistant, McAfee LiveSafe (12 months subscription), Dropbox (25 GB Cloud Storage) (free for 1 year), HP Connection Optimizer, Xbox Game Pass (1 month trial), ExpressVPN (30 days trial), LastPass Premium (30 days trial), HP QuickDrop, myHP, HP OMEN Gaming Hub, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL66 12UEK (068UK Pulse) OMEN Transcend by HP 16
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 230 Watt Smart AC Adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology HP Fast Charge, firmware TPM, Modern Standby
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Model Number - u0004na
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