MSI Katana GF66 15″ (Katana GF66 12UD-436) vs Acer Nitro V 15″ (Intel)
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Comparison summary
- Nitro V gives you more for your money.
- For performance MSI Katana GF66 15″ has a lot better processor.
- When it comes to graphics Nitro V has a lot faster graphics card.
- Nitro V is more compact in size.
MSI Katana GF66 15″ (Katana GF66 12UD-436)
Acer Nitro V 15″ (Intel)
Compare specifications
| MSI Katana GF66 15″ (Katana GF66 12UD-436) | Acer Nitro V 15″ (Intel) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a laptop and is responsible for executing programs. Read more | |
| Intel Core i7-12650H | Intel Core i5-13420H |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed and multiprocessing capabilities of a laptop. Read more | |
| 16gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| GeForce RTX 3050 Ti | GeForce RTX 5050 |
| Screen size | |
| 15.6″ | 15.6″ |
| Screen resolution | |
| Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) | Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) |
| Weight | |
| 4.8 lbs (2.18 kg) | 4.66 lbs (2.11 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 15.63 x 10.24 x 0.9 inches | 14.27 x 9.44 x 0.93 inches |
| (39.7 x 26.01 x 2.29 cm) | (36.25 x 23.98 x 2.36 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 |
| Hard drives | |
| 500gb SSD | 500gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| August 12, 2020 | December 4, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,129.00 | $1,040.00 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,129.00 | $1,040.00 |
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Laptop Dimensions
MSI Katana GF66 15″ (Katana GF66 12UD-436)
Acer Nitro V 15″ (Intel)
Compare MSI Katana GF66 15″ / Acer Nitro V 15″ vs other gaming laptops:
MSI Katana GF66 15″ (Katana GF66 12UD-436) summary
MSI Katana GF66 is a Windows gaming laptop. It has an exceptional Intel CPU and a decent amount of memory for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 3050 Ti video card which is underwhelming well-suited for playing games. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 40% of the games published this year. Full HD resolution is reasonable for the 15-inch 144 Hz display. The 500gb SSD storage is average. It is quite heavy at 4.8 lbs (2.18 kg).
msi Katana GF66 15.6" 144Hz FHD Gaming Laptop: Intel Core i7-12650H, RTX 3050 Ti, 16GB RAM, 512GB NVMe SSD, Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 1, High-Resolution Audio, Cooler Boost 5, Win11 Home, Black (12UD-436)
Powered Up: The 12th Gen. Intel Core i7 processor to deliver maximum efficiency in gameplay, Multi-task work and producTivity..Voltage:230.0 volts
It All Starts Now: Enjoy the latest generation Windows 11 Home for your everyday needs. MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business use.
Ray-Tracing: The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti GPU powered by the NVIDIA 2nd gen RTX architecture for the most realistic ray-traced graphics and cutting-edge AI features.
Smooth Display: The 15.6” 144Hz display delivers the fast refresh rate for smooth and vibrant gameplay.
High-Speed Data: SSD Gen 4x4 and DDR4-3200 memory for the fastest data transfer, system speed and responsiveness.
ASIN: B08FD8Z37N
Acer Nitro V 15″ (Intel) summary
Acer Nitro V is a Windows gaming laptop released in 2025. It doesn't come with the top Intel processor, however enough memory for its price. The laptop has the GeForce RTX 5050 GPU that is underwhelming for playing games. You can run older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can play 50% of the games published this year. Full HD resolution is satisfactory for the 15″ 165 Hz IPS display. The 500gb SSD storage is average. It is quite on the heavier side at 4.66 lbs (2.11 kg).
acer Nitro V 15.6” FHD IPS 165Hz Gaming Laptop, Intel Core i5-13420H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 with 8GB GDDR7 VRAM, Win11H, w/Mouse pad (16GB RAM, 512GB PCIe SSD)
15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) widescreen LED-backlit IPS display with 165Hz Refresh Rate
Intel Core i5-13420H Processor - up to 4.6GHz, 8 cores, 12 threads, 12MB Intel Smart Cache
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop GPU with 8GB of dedicated GDDR7 VRAM
Massive 16GB DDR4 memory and fast 512GB PCIe Gen 4 SSD storage for accelerated load times and seamless performance.
1 - USB Type-C Port USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10 Gbps) DisplayPort over USB Type-C, Thunderbolt 4 & USB Charging (Up to 65W)
ASIN: B0G43CQSNW