Detailed comparison and review of MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) and MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm | 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 2.49 kg |
| Colour | Black | Lunar grey |
| DISPLAY | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 17" |
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| Touchscreen | - | Yes |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 144 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Colour Gamut | - | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Features | Thin bezel design | Ultra Slim Design, Factory Calibration, MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified, IPS-level |
| PROCESSOR | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.6 GHz | 5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 8-core | 14-core |
| Cache | 24 MB | L3 - 24 MB |
| Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) | Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 32 GB |
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| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | - | 4800 MHz |
| Rated Speed | - | 4800 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | - | 2 |
| STORAGE | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| 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 | NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 | - |
| Gaming | Yes | - |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Four speakers, microphone |
| Compliant Standards | - | DTS Sound |
| Audio Features | Nahimic 3 sound technology | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | - |
| BATTERY | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| Technology | 3-cell | 4-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 53.5 Wh | 90 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| Output | 150 Watt | - |
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| INPUT | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Red backlighting | Per-key RGB, MSI active pen (MPP2.0) support |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| Interfaces | HDMI USB 2.0 USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
Thunderbolt 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery) |
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| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (SD Card) |
| SOFTWARE | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Pro |
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| Software Included | MSI APP Player, MSI Center | - |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Features | Cooler Boost 5 technology | MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | 843UK | 099UK |
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