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The MSI GF66 Katana 11UC Gamer Notebook combines performance and mobility. Ideal for gamers, it features a 144 Hz display, a backlit Gamer keyboard, a high-quality audio system and a powerful cooling system. The MSI GF66 Katana 11UC-837FR laptop offers high performance and fluidity thanks to an Intel Core i7-11800H processor, an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics chip and a 1Tb PCIe M.2 SSD.
The new 11th generation Intel Core i7 processors offer a 40% performance improvement over the previous generation. You get more power with processor cores that support ultra-high turbo speed on two cores and maximize efficiency for gaming, multitasking, and productivity.
GeForce RTX 30 series GPUs deliver the ultimate performance for all gamers and creators. Powered by Ampere, the second-generation NVIDIA RTX architecture, these high-tech products feature new RT and Tensor cores, and are designed to deliver the ultimate in performance.These high-tech products are powered by Ampere, the second-generation NVIDIA RTX architecture, and feature new RT and Tensor cores and high-performance multi-streaming processors to deliver cutting-edge AI capabilities and ultra-immersive graphics rendering with ray tracing.
The Katana GF66's thin-edge display offers a 144Hz refresh rate and ensures realistic and detailed images for more immersive gaming. Taking advantage of the best of the integrated NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics chip, the Katana GF6's display delivers smooth gaming with breathtaking graphics.
The keyboard features red LED backlighting and is built from a robust structure with a 1.7mm activation distance for responsive tactile feedback. Thanks to its ergonomic design, this keyboard meets the needs of all gamers.
The local Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) quantifies the user's exposure to electromagnetic waves from the equipment concerned. The maximum permitted SAR is 2 W/kg for the head and trunk and 4 W/kg for the limbs.
All products sold on the LDLC.com website comply with this regulation. The SAR values of the products concerned are indicated on the product sheets in the technical data section.
General information |
Product name |
MSI GF66 Katana 11UC-837EN |
Brand |
MSI | |
Model |
9S7-158212-837 | |
Operating system |
Operating system |
Windows 10 Home 64-bit |
OS family |
Microsoft Windows 10 | |
OS language |
French | |
Operating system provided |
Yes | |
Processor and chipset |
Processor brand |
Intel |
Processor |
Intel Core i7 | |
Platform (processor) |
Intel Tiger Lake | |
CPU frequency |
1.9 GHz | |
Number of cores |
8 | |
Chipset |
Mobile Intel HM570 Express | |
Memory |
Memory size |
16 GB |
Number of modules |
2 | |
Number of available memory slots |
0 | |
Memory type |
DDR4 | |
Memory Frequency(ies) |
DDR4 3200 MHz | |
Max memory size |
64 GB | |
Graphics |
GPU series |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 series |
Graphics chipset |
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 | |
Video memory size |
4 GB | |
Video memory type |
GDDR6 | |
Max-Q (GPU design) |
Yes | |
NVIDIA Studio |
No | |
Display |
Touch screen |
No |
Panel type |
IPS display | |
Screen type |
LED | |
Screen size |
15.6 inches | |
Max resolution |
1920 x 1080 pixels | |
Screen format |
16:9 | |
Widescreen |
Yes | |
Matte/anti-glare panel |
Yes | |
Glossy panel |
No | |
NVIDIA G-SYNC |
No | |
VR Ready (virtual reality) |
Yes | |
Refresh rate |
144 Hz | |
Storage |
Hard drive(s) configuration |
SSD 1TB |
Hard drive |
SSD 1TB | |
Secondary hard drive |
Without secondary hard drive | |
Hard drive type |
SSD (Solid State Drive) | |
Hard drive interface |
M.2 - PCI-E 3.0 x4 | |
Number of discs |
1 | |
Max number of discs |
1 | |
Optical drive |
None | |
Card reader |
None | |
Communication |
Network standard(s) |
10/100/1000 Mbps |
Wireless network standard(s) |
Wi-Fi 6 AX | |
Bluetooth technology |
Bluetooth 5.1 | |
Intel vPro technology |
No | |
Wireless |
Yes | |
Multimedia |
Webcam |
Yes |
Speaker type |
Integrated | |
Equipment |
Type of activities |
Gamer |
Multimedia | ||
Intel Evo |
No | |
Keyboard standard |
AZERTY | |
Location |
French | |
Backlit keyboard |
Yes | |
RGB keyboard |
No | |
Numeric keypad |
Yes | |
Biometric reader |
No | |
Office provided |
No | |
Connectivity |
Connector(s) available |
1 X USB 3.0 Type C |
2 X USB 3.0 | ||
1 X USB 2.0 | ||
1 X RJ45 | ||
1 X HDMI Female | ||
1 X 3.5mm Jack Female Stereo | ||
Physical characteristics |
Color |
Black |
Depth |
259 mm | |
Width |
359 mm | |
Thickness |
24.9 mm | |
Weight |
2.1 kg | |
Range |
MSI Gaming GF Series | |
Ultrabook |
No | |
Hybrid / Convertible |
No | |
Trunk SAR |
1.12 W/kg | |
Extremities SAR |
1.12 W/kg | |
Repairability index (out of 10) |
6.7 | |
Power supply |
Battery capacity |
53.5 Wh |
Number of cells |
3 | |
Removable battery |
No | |
USB-C mains charger |
No | |
Warranties |
Commercial warranty |
Seller 2 years |
Legal warranty |
See terms & conditions |
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Product referenced on 23 Aug 2021
Battery life a bit short if you don't activate the battery saver!
I'm not sure if it's a good idea to use it in the morning or in the evening.