In depth comparison and review of MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) and Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH). 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.
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.83 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.98 cm | 35.81 cm x 26.35 cm x 1.94 cm |
Weight | 2.1 kg | 2.53 kg |
Case Material | - | Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) |
Colour | Core black | Storm grey |
DISPLAY | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 16" - IPS |
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LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) | 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) |
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 240 Hz | 165 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
Image Brightness | - | 500 cd/m² |
Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB |
Features | MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level | Anti-glare, FreeSync Technology, 178° viewing angle, HDR 400 compatible, Low Blue Light technology, DC dimmer, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision |
PROCESSOR | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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CPU | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz | AMD Ryzen 7 6800H / 3.2 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.7 GHz | 4.7 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) | Integrated memory controller |
MEMORY | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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RAM | 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | 32 GB |
RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
Speed | 4800 MHz | 4800 MHz |
Rated Speed | - | 4800 MHz |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
Empty Slots | 0 | 0 |
STORAGE | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti | AMD Radeon RX 6700M / AMD Radeon 680M |
Max Monitors Supported | - | 3 external monitor(s) |
Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 10 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost | AMD Smart Access Memory, AMD Smart Shift Technology, Direct X 12 Ultimate |
Gaming | Yes | Yes |
Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p |
Camera Features | IR camera | Fixed focus, e-camera shutter |
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 | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology | Harman audio technology, Nahimic audio, super linear speaker |
COMMUNICATIONS | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 | M.2 Card |
Network Interface | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
Ethernet Controller | Killer E3100G | Realtek RTL8125BG |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | Lithium polymer |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 99.9 Wh | 99.99 Wh |
Battery Life | - | Up to 12 hours |
Battery Run Time | - | Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 12 hours |
AC ADAPTER | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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Input | - | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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Output | 240 Watt | 300 Watt |
INPUT | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes (RGB) |
Features | Per-key RGB | Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, switchable keycaps, easy tool inbox |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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Slots | 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) | 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) |
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Interfaces | LAN HDMI USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery) 2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Headphone/microphone combo jack |
USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (135W Power Delivery) USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) Headphone/microphone combo jack USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only) HDMI LAN |
SOFTWARE | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home Advanced | Windows 11 Home - English |
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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 | Microsoft Office (Trial) |
MISCELLANEOUS | MSI GS66 12UGS (203UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion 7 16ARHA7 (82UH) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Integrated Options | - | Force sensor |
Security | Fingerprint reader | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader |
Features | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS |
Compliant Standards | - | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV High Gaming Performance Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) |
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 |