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MSI Katana GF66 11UC-838FR
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Katana GF66 11UC-838FR
| Reference / Part Number | 9S7-158212-838 |
|---|---|
| Release date | August 2021, 5 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 39,6 cm |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i5 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i5-11400H |
| Processor generation | 11th gen Intel® Core™ i5 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,5 GHz |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor cache | 12 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM570 |
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 layout (slots x size) | 1 x 8 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | NVMe,PCI Express 3.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| On-board graphics card 4K support | Yes |
| On-board graphics card 6K support | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 4 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| Graphics card Open GL support | Yes |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 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 colour | Red |
| Full-size keyboard | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
|---|---|
| Windows 11 free upgrade | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 53,5 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 150 W |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,25 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 359 mm |
| Depth | 259 mm |
| Height | 24,9 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Katana GF66 11UC-838FR good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Katana GF66 11UC-838FR like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS 144Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Katana GF66 11UC-838FR have?
It runs on the Intel Core i5-11400H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Katana GF66 11UC-838FR 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 Katana GF66 11UC-838FR come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Katana GF66 11UC-838FR 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 Katana GF66 11UC-838FR have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Katana GF66 11UC-838FR have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Katana GF66 11UC-838FR weigh?
It weighs 2,25 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Katana GF66 11UC-838FR released?
Its release date is August 2021, 5 years ago.