Side by side comparison and review of MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) and MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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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 | 35.8 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.34 cm |
| Weight | 2.1 kg | 2.38 kg |
| Colour | Black | Core black |
| DISPLAY | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 15.6" |
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| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | - |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) | 2560 x 1440 (QHD) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 144 Hz | 165 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | - |
| Colour Gamut | - | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Features | Thin bezel design | - |
| PROCESSOR | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.6 GHz | 4.7 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 8-core | 14-core |
| Cache | 24 MB | 24 MB |
| Features | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) | Intel Smart Cache |
| MEMORY | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | - | 64 GB |
| 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 |
| Empty Slots | - | 0 |
| STORAGE | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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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 Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
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| Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Video System Features | NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 | Dynamic Boost, MSI OverBoost technology |
| Gaming | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 720p |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, microphone |
| Audio Features | Nahimic 3 sound technology | Output: Nahimic audio, Hi-Res Audio |
| VR Ready | - | Yes |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 |
| Network Interface | - | 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | - |
| BATTERY | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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| Technology | 3-cell | 4-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 53.5 Wh | 65 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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| Input | - | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 150 Watt | 280 Watt |
| INPUT | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Red backlighting | Per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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| Slots | - | 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) |
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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 |
LAN HDMI 2.1 (8K support) Mini DisplayPort 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Headphone/microphone combo jack USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) |
| SOFTWARE | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home | Windows 11 Home |
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| Software Included | MSI APP Player, MSI Center | MSI APP Player, MSI Center |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) | MSI Vector GP66 (12UHO) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security | - | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip |
| Features | Cooler Boost 5 technology | SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 1 year | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | 843UK | 489UK |
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