MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) vs. MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) and MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST). 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 GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

good thermal management

RGB keyboard lighting

heavyweight design

average battery life

limited port selection

pricey compared to rivals

MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution touchscreen

powerful intel processor

robust build quality

ample storage capacity

advanced cooling system

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

limited port selection

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) and MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
87 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) vs. MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.39 cm 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight 2.25 kg 2.39 kg
Colour Titanium grey Lunar grey
DISPLAY MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% DCI-P3
Features MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified
PROCESSOR MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 24 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
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 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
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)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers Four speakers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
Output 240 Watt -
INPUT MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Multi RGB Per-key RGB, MSI active pen (MPP2.0) support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Advanced Windows 11 Pro
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 -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL66 12UGK (065UK Pulse) MSI Creator Z16P (B12UGST)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features Cooler Boost 5 technology MIL-STD-810G tested, vapor chamber cooling system
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 092UK
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