MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) vs. MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) and MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK). 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.

MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

exceptional processing power

high refresh rate display

robust build quality

advanced cooling system

versatile connectivity options

heavier than competitors

premium price point

average battery life

loud under load

MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

large 17-inch display

high refresh rate

robust build quality

reasonable price point

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) and MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
86 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
83 % - Design
85 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) vs. MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.7 cm x 28.4 cm x 2.59 cm 39.8 cm x 27.3 cm x 2.52 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 2.6 kg
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17.3"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1440 (QHD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 144 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Colour Support 16.8 million colours -
Features TrueColor, MSI Matrix Display, MSI Mystic Light IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800HX / 2 GHz Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 12450H / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 16-core 8-core
Cache 25 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 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 Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost 2.0, MSI OverBoost technology, NVIDIA DLSS, Ray tracing cores Gen2 NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost, MUX Switch, NVIDIA Reflex
Gaming Yes Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, two woofers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology, Dynaudio Duo Wave Speaker Output: Nahimic 3D audio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Killer E3100 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 99.9 Wh 53.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50 - 60 Hz)
Output 330 Watt 180 Watt
INPUT MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB 4-Zone RGB backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free)
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (RJ-45)
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Mini DisplayPort
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI 2.1 (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) -
SOFTWARE MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included MSI APP Player, MSI Center, SteelSeries GG, Killer Network MSI APP Player, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Raider GE77HX (12UGS) MSI Katana 17 (B12UDXK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost 5 technology, up to 8K@60Hz/4K@120Hz Cooler Boost 5 technology
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number 066UK 071UK
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