MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) vs. MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) and MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana). 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 GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

sleek, portable design

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

premium price point

average battery life

noisy under load

limited port selection

MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

competitive pricing

solid build quality

decent thermal management

average battery life

dim display brightness

limited port selection

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) and MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) vs. MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.83 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.98 cm 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 2.1 kg
Colour Core black Black
DISPLAY MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, narrow-bezel design, IPS-level IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 Intel HM570
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
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 GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 -
Gaming - 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 Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 210 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Features Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology, dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 99.9 Wh 53.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
Output 230 Watt 180 Watt
INPUT MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features SteelSeries Engine 3, per-key RGB Red backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
Slots 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0) (1 free)
1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (0 free)
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Interfaces LAN
HDMI
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 10 Home Advanced
Software Included WinZip, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, MSI Dragon Gaming Center, Killer Network Manager, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, Nahimic VR, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI APP Player, MSI Center, MSI Battery Master, MSI Companion, Game Highlights
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GS66 11UE (250UK Stealth) MSI GF66 11UE (082UK Katana)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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