Acer Extensa 15 vs MSI Vector GP66 2022 Comparison

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Acer Extensa 15 vs MSI Vector GP66 2022 Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Extensa 15 and Vector GP66 2022, two laptops from Acer and MSI. Acer Extensa 15 was introduced to market in November 2022 and MSI Vector GP66 2022 was launched in January 2022. There is only 10 months difference between Extensa 15 and Vector GP66 2022 so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Here is a brief look at the main features of Acer Extensa 15 and MSI Vector GP66 2022 before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Acer Extensa 15 Key Specs

Launched in November 2022
15.6" TN LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 3 7320U
GPU: Radeon 610M
8GB Ram
362.9 x 237.5 x 18.9 mm (14.29 x 9.35 x 0.74 inches)
Weight: 1.78 kg (3.92 lbs)

MSI Vector GP66 2022 Key Specs

Launched in January 2022
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 12700H
GPU: GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB
16GB Ram
358 x 267 x 23.4 mm (14.09 x 10.51 x 0.92 inches)
Weight: 2.38 kg (5.25 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Extensa 15 and Vector GP66 2022 compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose Acer Extensa 15 over MSI Vector GP66 2022

Weight	1.78 kg vs 2.38 kg	0.6 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~77.9% vs ~70.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Screen Opening Angle	180° vs 140°	More flexible screen
CPU Fabrication Process	6 nm vs 10 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	6 nm vs 8 nm	Newer Generation GPU
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers
Avg. MSRP Price	$400-800 vs $2000-2400	Lower Price (*may change depending on config, seller, location, and time)

Reasons to choose MSI Vector GP66 2022 over Acer Extensa 15

Side Bezel Thickness	6.3 mm vs 8.8 mm	2.5 mm thinner bezels
Refresh Rate	240 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Screen PPI	141 ppi vs 100 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1080 pixels vs 1366 x 768 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
GPU FLOPS	13.8 TFLOPS vs 0.49 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	More RAM Options
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs No	Faster RAM
RAM BUS	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2	Option to use Display port to connect to external monitors
Display Port	Yes vs No	Connects to the local network via Ethernet RJ45
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs No	Easily see the keys under low light
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs No

Common Strengths of MSI Vector GP66 2022 and Acer Extensa 15

Launch Dates	November 2022 vs January 2022	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
Wi-Fi Standard	v6 vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi Connections
Bluetooth Standard	v5.2 vs v5.2	Fast and Reliable Bluetooth Connections
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable

Common Weaknesses of MSI Vector GP66 2022 and Acer Extensa 15

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
Fingerprint Sensor	No vs No	No fingerprint login feature

Acer Extensa 15 vs MSI Vector GP66 2022: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the Acer Extensa 15 and the MSI Vector GP66 2022.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.78 kg (3.92 lbs)	2.38 kg (5.25 lbs)
Surface Area	862 cm2 (133.6 inches2)	956 cm2 (148.1 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~77.9%	~70.2%
Side Bezel Thickness	~8.8 mm	~6.3 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.11 kg/inch	0.15 kg/inch
	0.242 lbs/inch	0.33 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Black
Cover Opening Angle	180Â°	140Â°

Comparison of the Acer Extensa 15 and the MSI Vector GP66 2022 External Dimensions

Weight

Extensa 15 weighs 1.78 kg (3.92 lbs), whereas the Vector GP66 2022 weighs 2.38 kg (5.25 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. The weight difference between the two laptops is not significant.

Weight Comparison

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Thickness Comparison

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Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the Acer Extensa 15 is 0.11 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the MSI Vector GP66 2022 is 0.15 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

Acer Extensa 15 vs MSI Vector GP66 2022: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	AMD Ryzen 3 7320U AMD Ryzen 5 7520U	Intel Core i7 12700H Intel Core i7 12800H Intel Core i9 12900H Intel Core i9 12900HX
Base Frequency	2.4 GHz	2.3 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.1 GHz	4.7 GHz
Number of Cores	4	14
Number of Threads	8	20
L3 Cache	4 MB	24 MB
Integrated GPU	Radeon 610M	Intel Iris Xe Graphics (96EU)
CPU Fabrication Process	6 nm	10 nm
Geekbench 5 (Single)	1029	1750
Geekbench 5 (Multi)	3732	12242
Cinebench 23 (Single)	1117	1800
Cinebench 23 (Multi)	4454	16309

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the Acer Extensa 15 and MSI Vector GP66 2022.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPUs and compare them:

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen 3 7320U

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 12700H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Radeon 610M	GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Mobile 16GB
Base Clock Frequency	400 MHz	900 MHz
Boost CLock Frequency	2200 MHz	1425 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15 W	80 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	563.2 GFLOPS	10.94 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	6 GB
Memory Type	System Shared	GDDR6
Memory Bus	System Shared	192 bit
Memory Speed	System Shared	1750 MHz 14 Gbps effective
Shading Units Cores	128	3840
TMUs	8	120
ROPs	4	48

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. Acer Extensa 15 has a FLOPS value of 0.49 TFLOPS whereas the MSI Vector GP66 2022 ' has a FLOPS value of 13.8 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the MSI Vector GP66 2022 may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	8GB 16GB	16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x4 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	5200 MHz	4800 MHz
RAM Type	LPDDR5	DDR5
Upgradable	No	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 3.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

The Vector GP66 2022 provides a larger RAM capacity of 16 GB, which allows for smoother multitasking and improved performance in memory-demanding tasks compared to the Extensa 15's RAM capacity of 8 GB.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	Acer Extensa 15 CPU/NPU: Amd Ryzen 3 7320u (No NPU)RAM: 8 GBGPU: Radeon 610m	MSI Vector GP66 (2022) CPU/NPU: Intel Core I7 12700h (No NPU)RAM: 16 GBGPU: Geforce Rtx 3060 Mobile 6gb
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Suitable 2B model with Q4 quantization (recommended): Requires ~2.5 GB memory - fits in your 8 GB RAM Suitable, but iGPU typically falls in "Modest Speed" category (See performance table below for details)	✔ Expected performance: "Runs Well" 2B model with Q4 quantization (recommended): Requires ~2.5 GB memory - fits in your 6 GB VRAM (See performance table below for details)
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✖ Not supported.	✔ ⚠ Modest 7B model with Q4 quantization (recommended): Requires ~5.3 GB memory - doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower) (Partial GPU offload - expect 5-30x or more slower performance (depends on spill amount)) Expected performance: "Modest Speed" (~5-15 tok/s)
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B, Dense 30B	✖ Not supported.	⚠ 13–15B: Borderline / Slow. 16–30B: Not practical.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	✖ Not practical on most laptops (64GB+ workstation laptops may be exceptions).	✖ Not practical on most laptops (64GB+ workstation laptops may be exceptions).

For more detailed LLM evaluation (subcategories, performance ranges, memory breakdown)

Acer Extensa 15|MSI Vector GP66 (2022)

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 Model Types: Dense 30B Q4 models typically require around 19–22 GB of total memory, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB unified memory. MoE models like Mixtral 8x7B (≈47B total parameters, usually ≈23–26 GB in 4-bit) also need high memory because all experts must be loaded, even though only a few are active per token. They reduce compute cost per token (similar to a ~12–13B dense model), but not memory usage, so they are not practical on 14–16 GB systems. Note: iGPU laptops use shared (unified) memory with lower bandwidth, making them more sensitive to memory pressure and offloading.

🚀 Modern NPU (Neural Processing Unit): Modern processors like AMD Ryzen AI and Intel Core Ultra feature NPU and unified memory architecture. NPUs provide modest performance gains (0-30% faster) with better power efficiency compared to iGPU-only execution. Real-world tests show ~3-10 tok/s range on 13B models with 32GB RAM (varies by runtime, quantization, and context), comparable to iGPU but more power-efficient. Note: These figures are examples from various NPU systems; actual performance depends on your specific hardware configuration.

Understanding Performance Categories

💡 Since this system uses iGPU, it typically falls in the "Modest Speed" range; more comfortable with short-medium context, expect noticeable slowdown with long context.

The performance descriptions use general categories because actual speed varies greatly based on your specific hardware, model optimization, context length, and runtime software.

Performance Level	Typical Range	User Experience
Runs Smoothly (High-end dGPU)	50+ tok/s	Real-time response. Feels instant, like ChatGPT.
Runs Well (Mid-range dGPU)	20-50 tok/s	Good interactive performance. Slight delay, but usable.
Modest Speed (iGPU/NPU/CPU)	5-20 tok/s	Usable for tasks that don't need instant responses. Noticeable typing delay.
Borderline / Slow (Limited hardware)	2-5 tok/s	Very slow. Patience required. Better for batch processing.
Not Practical	<2 tok/s	Too slow for regular use. May cause system hangs or instability.

💡 Tip: Your actual results may be higher or lower than these ranges. Test with your specific hardware to know for sure!

⚠️ Note: Performance categorization is based on how much total memory is available for the model (unified RAM) and whether it needs to spill into slower storage. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in available unified memory for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	40 Wh	65 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	No	Yes
USB Power Delivery	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Bottom
Charge Power	45 / 65 W	240 / 280 W

On the other hand, the Vector GP66 2022 features a higher battery capacity of 65 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Extensa 15's 40 Wh.

Battery Comparison

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STORAGE
The Vector GP66 2022 offers a larger max storage capacity of 2 TB, providing more room for storing files and data compared to the Extensa 15's storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

Acer Extensa 15 vs MSI Vector GP66 2022: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the Acer Extensa 15 and MSI Vector GP66 2022 since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Both Extensa 15 and Vector GP66 2022 screens have the same size of 15.6".The total usable screen area of the Extensa 15 is 670cm² / 104inch² whereas the Vector GP66 2022's total usable screen area is 670cm² / 104inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Vector GP66 2022 features a higher pixel density with 141 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

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Refresh Rate
The Vector GP66 2022 offers a higher refresh rate of 240 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Acer Extensa 15 vs MSI Vector GP66 2022 Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Vector GP66 2022 features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v6E, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Extensa 15 (v6).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Extensa 15 and Vector GP66 2022 have USB-A ports. Extensa 15 has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while Vector GP66 2022 has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Extensa 15 and Vector GP66 2022 feature 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
Neither Extensa 15 nor Vector GP66 2022 has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Extensa 15 and Vector GP66 2022 feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Neither Extensa 15 nor Vector GP66 2022 has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Extensa 15 and Vector GP66 2022 are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.2	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.2	1x USB 3.2
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	No
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	1x v1.4
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	No	Yes
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	Yes