MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) vs. Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) and Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB). 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 GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

ample connectivity options

efficient cooling system

heavy and bulky

short battery life

premium price point

loud under load

Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high refresh rate display

ample storage capacity

good thermal management

attractive price point

average battery life

heavy build

basic audio quality

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) and Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) vs. Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm 36.1 cm x 25.8 cm x 3.44 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 2.12 kg
Colour Core black Matte black
DISPLAY MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6"
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. 360 Hz 240 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB -
Features MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level Anti-glare, thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 16 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) -
MEMORY MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 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 0 0
STORAGE MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - HD
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic audio Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8125BG Realtek RTL8125BG
BATTERY MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer -
Battery Capacity (Size) 65 Wh 48.96 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
Output 280 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB 15 colours backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Microphone input
LAN
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
SOFTWARE MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home
Software Included 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 GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Gigabyte A5 K1 (BUK2150SB)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology WINDFORCE Cooling System
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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