About MSI
MSI 15.6" GS66 Stealth
Processor
Intel Core i9-11900H (11th Gen), Intel Core i7-11800H (11th Gen)
Processor Cores
2.5 to 4.9 GHz 8-Core, 2.4 to 4.6 GHz 8-Core
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 with 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM
Installed Memory
32 GB, 16 GB
Specification
| MSI 15.6" GS66 Stealth Gaming Laptop (Core Black) | MSI 15.6" GS66 Stealth Gaming Laptop (Core Black) | MSI 15.6" GS66 Stealth Gaming Laptop (Core Black) | MSI 15.6" GS66 Stealth Gaming Laptop (Core Black) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design | ||||
Brand | MSI | MSI | MSI | MSI |
Manufacturer ID | GS66 STEALTH 11UH-056 | GS66 STEALTH 11UH-021 | GS66 STEALTH 11UH-618 | GS66 STEALTH 11UH-235 |
Operating System | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Pro |
Dimensions | 14.17 x 9.65 x 0.71" / 35.99 x 24.51 x 1.8 cm | 14.17 x 9.65 x 0.71" / 35.99 x 24.51 x 1.8 cm | 14.17 x 9.65 x 0.71" / 35.99 x 24.51 x 1.8 cm | 14.17 x 9.65 x 0.71" / 35.99 x 24.51 x 1.8 cm |
Weight | 4.63 lb / 2.1 kg | 4.63 lb / 2.1 kg | 4.63 lb / 2.1 kg | 4.63 lb / 2.1 kg |
| Performance | ||||
Processor | Intel Core i9-11900H (11th Gen) | Intel Core i7-11800H (11th Gen) | Intel Core i9-11900H (11th Gen) | Intel Core i7-11800H (11th Gen) |
Processor Cores | 2.5 to 4.9 GHz 8-Core | 2.4 to 4.6 GHz 8-Core | 2.5 to 4.9 GHz 8-Core | 2.4 to 4.6 GHz 8-Core |
L3 Cache | 24 MB | 24 MB | 24 MB | 24 MB |
Graphics Card Type | Dedicated | Dedicated | Dedicated | Dedicated |
Graphics Card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 with 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 with 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 with 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 with 16 GB GDDR6 VRAM |
Memory Type | 3200 MHz DDR4 | 3200 MHz DDR4 | 3200 MHz DDR4 | 3200 MHz DDR4 |
Installed Memory | 32 GB | 16 GB | 32 GB | 16 GB |
Memory Configuration | 2 x 16 GB (User-Replaceable) | 2 x 8 GB (User-Replaceable) | 2 x 16 GB (User-Replaceable) | 2 x 8 GB (User-Replaceable) |
Max. Memory Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB | 64 GB |
Memory Slot Type | 260-Pin SO-DIMM | 260-Pin SO-DIMM | 260-Pin SO-DIMM | 260-Pin SO-DIMM |
Memory Slots | 2 (0 Available) | 2 (0 Available) | 2 (0 Available) | 2 (0 Available) |
| Display | ||||
Panel Type | IPS-Type LCD | IPS-Type LCD | IPS-Type LCD | IPS-Type LCD |
Screen Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | 15.6" | 15.6" |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Screen Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
TouchScreen? | No | No | No | No |
Finish | Matte | Matte | Matte | Matte |
Colour Gamut | 100% Adobe RGB | 100% DCI-P3 | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 360 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Storage | ||||
SSD Slots | 1 x M.2 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (In Use) 1 x M.2 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (Available) | 1 x M.2 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (In Use) 1 x M.2 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (Available) | 1 x M.2 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (In Use) 1 x M.2 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (Available) | 1 x M.2 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (In Use) 1 x M.2 PCIe (Unspecified Interface) (Available) |
Storage Installed | 1 TB | 1 TB | 1 TB | 1 TB |
Solid State Storage | 1 x 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe | 1 x 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe | 1 x 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe | 1 x 1 TB M.2 NVMe PCIe |
| Battery | ||||
Battery Chemistry | Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo) | Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo) | Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo) | Lithium-Ion Polymer (LiPo) |
Battery Capacity | 4-Cell: 99.9 Wh | 4-Cell: 99.9 Wh | 4-Cell: 99.9 Wh | 4-Cell: 99.9 Wh |
| Ports & Peripherals | ||||
Ports | 3 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2) | 3 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2) | 3 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2) | 3 x USB Type-A (USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2) |
USB Type C | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort) | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort) | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort) | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort) |
Display Ports | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort) | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort) | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort) | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery) 1 x USB 3.1 / USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Supports DisplayPort) |
Audio Ports | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output | 1 x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone/Microphone Input/Output |
Build in Speakers | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 W |
Built in Mic | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Webcam | User-Facing: 720p | User-Facing: 720p | User-Facing: 720p | User-Facing: 720p |
Keyboard | 84-Key Backlight | 84-Key Backlight | 84-Key Backlight | 84-Key Backlight |
Pointing Device | TouchPad | TouchPad | TouchPad | TouchPad |
Security | Facial Recognition, Dedicated TPM Security Chip | Facial Recognition, Dedicated TPM Security Chip | Facial Recognition, Dedicated TPM Security Chip | Facial Recognition, Dedicated TPM Security Chip |
| Connections | ||||
Ethernet | 1 x RJ45 (2.5GbE) | 1 x RJ45 (2.5GbE) | 1 x RJ45 (2.5GbE) | 1 x RJ45 (2.5GbE) |
WIFI | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax); Tri-Band (2.4, 5, & 6 GHz) | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax); Tri-Band (2.4, 5, & 6 GHz) | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax); Tri-Band (2.4, 5, & 6 GHz) | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax); Tri-Band (2.4, 5, & 6 GHz) |
MU Mimo Support | 2 x 2 | 2 x 2 | 2 x 2 | 2 x 2 |
Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.2 |
NFC | No | No | No | No |
| Power | ||||
Power Supply | 230 W with Barrel/Proprietary | 230 W with Barrel/Proprietary | 230 W with Barrel/Proprietary | 230 W with Barrel/Proprietary |
Where to buy the MSI 15.6" GS66 Stealth
MSI GS66 Stealth Gaming Laptop: 15.6" 300Hz FHD 1080p Display, Intel Core i9-11900H, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, 32GB, 1TB SSD, Thunderbolt 4, WiFi 6, Win10, Black (11UH-020)
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$2999
MSI GS66 Stealth 11UH-020 15.6" Gaming Notebook - Intel Core i9-11900H 2.5GHz - 32GB RAM - 1TB SSD - 1920 x 1080 - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 - Windows 10 Pro - Core Black
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$3026.34
Reviews of the MSI 15.6" GS66 Stealth
Rated 3.9 / 5 from 14 ReviewsMSI GS66 Stealth 10SFS-032 Review
nextbookusa.com
- 4.25
The MSI G66 pieces together an impressive cast of components and features that set it up nicely to deliver all the excitement of high-end gaming....
Read Full Review HereA good effort for Full HD gaming in a super-competitive market
trustedreviews.com
- 3.5
The MSI GS66 Stealth is a good upgrade from the GS65 Stealth, offering a welcome redesign and top-notch specs. Some pesky flaws mean the GS66 Stealth might fall short at a price point that is more fiercely competitive than ever....
Read Full Review HereA top-notch screen and practical design – but with key weaknesses
techradar.com
- 4
The MSI GS66 Stealth has a brilliant 240Hz screen, good components and impressive ergonomics and connectivity, but rivals have better longevity, CPU power and design....
Read Full Review HereWhen slim meets power, you get the GS66 Stealth
laptopmag.com
- 4
The MSI GS66 Stealth combines power and endurance into a sleek, attractive package...
Read Full Review HereThe gaming sweetspot comes to laptops
engadget.com
- 4.1
MSI has delivered a solid 1440p gaming laptop when it comes to pure performance — it’s just too bad about those fans. Maybe that won’t be an issue for some buyers. I’m just hoping a redesign fixes things for the next model. At this point, it’s clear that MSI is reaching the limits of what you can do with thin gaming machines....
Read Full Review HereWhite-collar performance notebook
ultrabookreview.com
- 4.25
For the most part, the MSI GS66 Stealth is a good laptop that should meet the design, ergonomics, performance, and battery life expectations of its potential buyers, but it's also affected by small imperfections and quirks. Many of those concern the system's performance and thermals in demanding loads, that's why I'd primarily look into the lower-t...
Read Full Review HerePeak 1440p gaming
digitaltrends.com
- 3.5
There’s no doubt that 1440p is the future of laptop gaming. More than ray tracing, higher fidelity makes every game you play look sharper, smoother, and more immersive. The MSI GS66 Stealth is finally a gaming laptop that can run at 1440p at decent frame rates. It might not be my favorite design for a gaming laptop, but the combination of a superfa...
Read Full Review HereThe MSI GS66 Stealth packs good looks, but it gets a little warm.
tomshardware.com
- 3
The MSI GS66 Stealth has the looks of a flagship with strong gaming performance, but it runs hot and loud with so-so productivity power....
Read Full Review HereMSI’S GS66 STEALTH ALMOST HAS WHAT IT TAKES TO BEAT RAZER
theverge.com
- 3.7
For years, Razer has set the standard for making gaming laptops that are compact, slim, and feel great to use. MSI wants to end that streak, and its new GS66 Stealth is actually a viable alternative, at least in terms of performance. It still has a little work to do on nailing the small design details....
Read Full Review HereA laptop that balances power with style and portability
pcworld.idg.com
- 4.5
The MSI GS66 Stealth (2021) is a stylish and robust laptop with enough power for excellent gaming performance. Thanks to its 300Hz display, you can expect high frame rates for extra smooth visuals....
Read Full Review HereFully loaded For Gaming And Productovity
gizbot.com
- 4.5
Micro-Star International (MSI) is one of the pioneers in making gaming laptops and the brand recently launched the GE series of gaming laptops. The MSI GE66 Raider being the most powerful gaming laptop, powered by the 10th Gen Intel processor with the NVIDIA RTX graphics card....
Read Full Review HereA strong all-black gaming machine with some cutting-edge features
pcmag.com
- 3.5
The MSI GS66 Stealth is a well-built and potent high-end gaming laptop, but it has a few shortcomings (especially considering the price of our review configuration) and loses some of the identity of its predecessor....
Read Full Review HereStealthy looks hide a mountain of power
windowscentral.com
- 4
The MSI GS66 Stealth is a powerful, sleek laptop. But you'll want to be serious about gaming on the go if you're going to drop the cash on this one....
Read Full Review HereThin and small, with a 300Hz screen
pcworld.com
- 4
The MSI GS66 Stealth is an impressively thin and light gaming laptop with solid performance, but our high-end configuration probably strained the thermal limits of the design. A dialed-down configuration will probably deliver better bang for buck....
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