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MSI Gaming GF Katana GF66 12UD-436
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 144Hz |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti 4GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Gaming GF Katana GF66 12UD-436
| Reference / Part Number | KATANA GF66 12UD-436 |
|---|---|
| Release date | May 2023, 3 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-12650H |
| Processor generation | 12th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor cores | 10 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,7 GHz |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Configurable TDP-down | 35 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 8 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 | PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 4 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 2 W |
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 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | Red |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|
Processor special features
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 53,5 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 240 W |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,25 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 359 mm |
| Depth | 259 mm |
| Height | 24,9 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Gaming GF Katana GF66 12UD-436 good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Gaming GF Katana GF66 12UD-436 like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 144Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Gaming GF Katana GF66 12UD-436 have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-12650H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Gaming GF Katana GF66 12UD-436 be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 8GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Gaming GF Katana GF66 12UD-436 come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Gaming GF Katana GF66 12UD-436 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 Katana GF66 12UD-436 have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Gaming GF Katana GF66 12UD-436 have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Gaming GF Katana GF66 12UD-436 weigh?
It weighs 2,25 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Gaming GF Katana GF66 12UD-436 released?
Its release date is May 2023, 3 years ago.