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MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6 |
Full specifications of MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana
Reference / Part Number
GF66 11UE-617
Release date
October 2021, 4 years ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 15.6 " (39,6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-11800H |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i7-11xxx |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,6 GHz |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM570 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 3200 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | NVMe,PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Card reader integrated | No |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 6 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| CUDA | Yes |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | Red |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 53,5 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 180 W |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 5 lbs (2,25 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 14.1 " (359 mm) |
| Depth | 10.2 " (259 mm) |
| Height | 1 " (24,9 mm) |
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Frequently asked questions
How good is the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana?
It is a Gaming laptop that falls short of the power that use calls for today: 56 out of 100 against the most powerful in the catalog. For light tasks it can do.
Is the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana worth its price?
Generally yes: today it starts at $1049 and its 7.5 in the Kelaptop Value-for-Money Score puts it above the average of its type at that price.
How much does the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana cost?
Today it starts at $1049 in 1 store. Prices are checked daily.
Is the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana good for gaming?
Yes, this laptop was built for gaming: it carries the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-11800H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana weigh?
It weighs 2,25 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Gaming GF GF66 11UE 617 Katana released?
Its release date is October 2021, 4 years ago.