Side by side comparison and review of MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) and MSI Katana GF66 (11UG). 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 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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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 | 35.9 cm x 25.9 cm x 2.49 cm |
Weight | 2.25 kg | 2.1 kg |
Colour | - | Black |
DISPLAY | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 15.6" |
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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. | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:9 |
Colour Gamut | 45% NTSC | - |
Features | Thin bezel design, IPS-level | Thin bezel design |
PROCESSOR | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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CPU | Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz | Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz |
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Max Turbo Speed | 4.7 GHz | 4.6 GHz |
Number of Cores | 14-core | 8-core |
Cache | 24 MB | 24 MB |
Features | Intel Smart Cache | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
MEMORY | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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RAM | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) |
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Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | - |
RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
Speed | 3200 MHz | - |
Rated Speed | 3200 MHz | - |
Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
Slots Qty | 2 | - |
Empty Slots | 1 | - |
STORAGE | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | - |
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Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 |
Video Memory | 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
Video System Features | Dynamic Boost | NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 |
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 audio | Nahimic 3 sound technology |
COMMUNICATIONS | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 |
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Wireless Controller | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 |
Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
Features | Dual stream (2x2) | Dual stream (2x2) |
BATTERY | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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Technology | 3-cell | 3-cell |
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Battery Capacity (Size) | 53.5 Wh | 53.5 Wh |
AC ADAPTER | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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Output | 180 Watt, 19.5 V, 9.23 A | 150 Watt |
INPUT | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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Numeric Keypad | Yes | - |
Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
Features | Red backlighting | Red backlighting |
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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Interfaces | Headphone/microphone combo jack LAN HDMI 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
HDMI USB 2.0 USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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SOFTWARE | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Home | Windows 10 Home |
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Software Included | MSI APP Player, MSI Center | MSI APP Player, MSI Center |
MISCELLANEOUS | MSI Katana GF66 (12UC) | MSI Katana GF66 (11UG) |
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Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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Features | Cooler Boost 5 technology | Cooler Boost 5 technology |
Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 1 year |
Model Number | 070UK | 843UK |