MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB). 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

Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

affordable gaming option

high refresh rate display

solid build quality

decent thermal management

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) and Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm 35.96 cm x 26.64 cm x 2.18 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details - 55.1 cm x 34.9 cm x 8.5 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 2.315 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Core black Onyx grey
DISPLAY MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - IPS
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 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level Anti-glare, FreeSync Technology, 170° viewing angle, DC dimmer
PROCESSOR MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
CPU Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 6600H / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 6-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) Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / AMD Radeon 660M
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Nahimic audio Nahimic audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
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 M.2 Card
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8125BG -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 65 Wh 60 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.1 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 13.1 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 280 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) 1 x M.2 Card (1 free)
1 x M.2 Card (0 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)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE MSI GP76 12UH (481UK Vector) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Advanced Windows 11 Home - English
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) Lenovo IdeaPad Gaming 3 15ARH7 (82SB)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Boost, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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