MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen Specs, Price, and Full Specifications Comparison of Best Gaming Laptops

MSI Pulse GL66 with RTX 3070 and i7 12th Gen

Updated on: April 16, 2025

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Quick Specifications

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Brand:
MSI
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Model:
Pulse GL66 (2023)
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Graphics:
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 8GB GDDR6
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RAM:
32GB DDR4-3200MHz
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Storage:
1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
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Display:
15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080), 144Hz, IPS
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Operating System:
Windows 11 Home
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Weight:
2.25 kg or 4.96 lbs
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Description

MSI Pulse GL66 (2023) is a powerful gaming laptop equipped with the Intel Core i7-12700H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 GPU (140W TGP), making it ideal for AAA gaming and creative workloads. With 32GB DDR4 RAM and a 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD, it handles multitasking and game load times effortlessly. The 15.6-inch FHD IPS display offers a 144Hz refresh rate, perfect for competitive play. Featuring Cooler Boost 5 technology with dual fans and six heat pipes, it maintains optimal thermals even under pressure. A SteelSeries RGB keyboard, Hi-Res audio, and Nahimic 3 enhancements provide immersive gameplay, while Wi-Fi 6 ensures lag-free online performance. Expandable memory and storage, along with software customization via MSI Center, enhance its longevity. Housed in a stylish black chassis with brushed textures, the Pulse GL66 offers excellent value for gamers seeking serious power in a compact and upgrade-ready machine.
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Specification Details
Overview
Brand MSI
Model Pulse GL66 (2023)
Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 8GB GDDR6
RAM 32GB DDR4-3200MHz
Storage 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
Display 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080), 144Hz, IPS
Operating System Windows 11 Home
Weight 2.25 kg or 4.96 lbs
Color Black
Processor
CPU Intel Core i7-12700H
Cores 14 Cores (6 Performance + 8 Efficient)
Threads 20 Threads
Base Clock 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Boost Up to 4.7 GHz
Cache 24MB Intel Smart Cache
TDP 45W
Display
Screen Size 15.6 inches
Resolution 1920 x 1080 (FHD)
Refresh Rate 144Hz
Response Time 3ms
Panel Type IPS
Color Gamut 45% NTSC
Brightness 300 nits
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Additional Features Anti-Glare, Narrow Bezel
Graphics
GPU NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
VRAM 8GB GDDR6
TGP 140W
Ray Tracing Yes
DLSS Support Yes, DLSS 2.0
Benchmark Scores 3DMark Time Spy ≈ 10500
Additional Features Dynamic Boost, Resizable BAR
Memory
RAM Type DDR4
RAM Speed 3200MHz
Expandable Memory Yes, up to 64GB
Storage
Primary Storage 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD
Secondary Storage Options 1 additional M.2 slot available
RAID Support No
Gaming Features
Dedicated Gaming Keys Yes, SteelSeries RGB Keyboard
RGB Customization Yes, Single-Zone RGB
Game Optimization MSI Center with Gaming Modes
Performance
Cooling Technology Cooler Boost 5 with dual fans and 6 heat pipes
Overclocking Support Limited GPU Tuning via MSI Center
Performance Modes Silent, Balanced, Extreme
Benchmark Scores Geekbench 6 Multi-Core ≈15000 || Cinebench R23 Multi-Core ≈17500
Battery
Capacity 53.5Wh
Backup Time Up to 5 hours (mixed use)
Charging Type Standard Fast Charging
Power Adapter 180W AC Adapter
Connectivity
WiFi Wi-Fi 6 (Intel AX201)
Bluetooth 5.2
Ports 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A, 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1 x RJ-45 LAN, 1 x 3.5mm Headphone/Mic Combo Jack
Keyboard & Touchpad
Keyboard Type RGB Gaming Keyboard by SteelSeries
Key Travel 1.8mm
N-Key Rollover Yes
Touchpad Features Multi-Gesture Precision Touchpad
Audio
Speakers 2 x 2W Stereo Speakers
Audio Enhancements Hi-Res Audio, Nahimic 3
Dedicated Audio Jack Yes, 3.5mm combo jack
Camera
Webcam 720p HD
Privacy Shutter No
Build & Design
Material Brushed Aluminum and Plastic
Color Options Black
RGB Lighting Yes, Single-Zone RGB Keyboard
Dimensions 35.8 x 25.9 x 2.39 cm
Special Features
Virtual Reality Ready Yes
Advanced Cooling Yes, Cooler Boost 5
Software MSI Center, Nahimic, SteelSeries Engine
Box Contents
Laptop Yes
Power Adapter Yes, 180W
User Manual Yes
Warranty Card Yes
Additional Accessories None
Launch Date
Release Date 2023
Status Available

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