MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG vs MSI GP66 Leopard Comparison

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MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG vs MSI GP66 Leopard Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and GP66 Leopard, two laptops by MSI. MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG was introduced to market in September 2025 and MSI GP66 Leopard was launched in January 2021. As you can see, GP66 Leopard is 4 years older than Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG. Let's see if this age difference between two laptops makes a big difference.

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Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and GP66 Leopard are members of MSI's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

MSI Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
MSI Crosshair 16 Max HX 2026	April 2026	16.0"	363 x 269.7 x 21.95-23.85 mm	2.2 kg (4.85 lbs)
MSI Stealth 16 AI+ 2026	January 2026	16.0"	354 x 246 x 16.65-19.99 mm	1.99 kg (4.39 lbs)
MSI Prestige 16 Flip AI+ C3M	January 2026	16.0"	357.7 x 254.3 x 11.9-13.9 mm	1.66 kg (3.66 lbs)
MSI Prestige 14 Flip AI+ D3M	January 2026	14.0"	315.6 x 221.9 x 11.9-13.9 mm	1.37 kg (3.02 lbs)
MSI Prestige 16 AI+ C3M	January 2026	16.0"	357.7 x 254.3 x 11.9-13.9 mm	1.59 kg (3.51 lbs)
MSI Prestige 14 AI+ D3M	January 2026	14.0"	315.6 x 221.9 x 11.9-13.9 mm	1.32 kg (2.91 lbs)
MSI Prestige 13 AI+ A3M	January 2026	13.3"	299 x 210 x 15.9 mm	0.89 kg (1.96 lbs)
MSI Crosshair 16 HX AI 2026	January 2026	16.0"	359 x 266.4 x 21.8-27.9 mm	2.5 kg (5.51 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and MSI GP66 Leopard before getting into our more detailed comparison.

MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG Key Specs

Launched in September 2025
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen AI 5 340
GPU: Radeon 840M
16GB Ram
359.3 x 245.25 x 22.15-23.15 mm (14.15 x 9.66 x 0.87-0.91 inches)
Weight: 1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)

MSI GP66 Leopard Key Specs

Launched in January 2021
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core i7 10750H
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 Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and GP66 Leopard compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG over MSI GP66 Leopard

Weight	1.90 kg vs 2.38 kg	0.48 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~84.2% vs ~70.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Display Size	16 inches vs 15.6 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Screen PPI	142 ppi vs 141 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 14 nm	Newer Generation CPU
GPU Fabrication Process	4 nm vs 8 nm	Newer Generation GPU
RAM Type	DDR5 vs DDR4	Faster RAM Type
Max Total RAM	96 GB vs 64 GB	Higher RAM potential
Number of Microphones	3 vs 2	Better Sound capture
Bluetooth	v5.3 vs v5.2	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection
Numeric Pad	Yes vs No	Fast way to input numbers

Reasons to choose MSI GP66 Leopard over MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG

Side Bezel Thickness	6.3 mm vs 7.3 mm	1 mm thinner bezels
Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
Max Brightness	380 nits vs 350 nits	Brighter Screen
GPU FLOPS	13.8 TFLOPS vs 3 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated	Connect more device at the same time
Number of USB-A Ports	3x USB 3.2 vs 2x USB 3.2

Common Strengths of MSI GP66 Leopard and MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG

Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the RAM size
RAM Type	DDR5 vs DDR4	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	v6E vs v6E	Fast and Reliable Wi-Fi 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
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs Yes	Fast connection to Network via ethernet cable
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of MSI GP66 Leopard and MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG

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

MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG vs MSI GP66 Leopard: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and the MSI GP66 Leopard.

Physical Specs
Weight	1.9 kg (4.19 lbs)	2.38 kg (5.25 lbs)
Surface Area	881 cm2 (136.7 inches2)	956 cm2 (148.1 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~84.2%	~70.2%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7.3 mm	~6.3 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.12 kg/inch	0.15 kg/inch
	0.264 lbs/inch	0.33 lbs/inch
Colors	Gray	Black

Comparison of the MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and the MSI GP66 Leopard External Dimensions

Weight

Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG weighs 1.9 kg (4.19 lbs), whereas the GP66 Leopard weighs 2.38 kg (5.25 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI GP66 Leopard

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Thickness Comparison

MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI GP66 Leopard

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

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 MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG is 0.12 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the MSI GP66 Leopard 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
Asus ProArt PZ14 HT7407: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch

MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG vs MSI GP66 Leopard: Internals Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 AMD Ryzen AI 7 350	Intel Core i7 10750H Intel Core i7 10870H Intel Core i7 10875H Intel Core i7 11800H
Base Frequency	2.0 GHz	2.6 GHz
Turbo Frequency	4.8 GHz	5 GHz
Number of Cores	6 (3P + 3E)	6
Number of Threads	12	12
L3 Cache	16 MB	12 MB
Integrated GPU	Radeon 840M	Intel UHD Graphics 630
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm	14 nm

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 MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and MSI GP66 Leopard.

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

Laptops with: AMD Ryzen AI 5 340

Laptops with: Intel Core i7 10750H

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	Radeon 840M	GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB GeForce RTX 3070 Mobile 8GB GeForce RTX 3080 Mobile 8GB
Boost CLock Frequency	2900 MHz	1425 MHz
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	15-54 W	130 W
Type	Integrated	Dedicated
FLOPS	3 TFLOPS	13.8 TFLOPS
Memory Size	System Shared	6 GB
Memory Type	DDR5	GDDR6
Memory Speed	5.6 Gbps	14 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	256	3840
TMUs	16	120
ROPs	8	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. MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG has a FLOPS value of 3 TFLOPS whereas the MSI GP66 Leopard ' has a FLOPS value of 13.8 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB 96GB	16GB 32GB 64GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	5600 MHz	3200 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR4
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Max RAM Size	96 GB	64 GB
Total Slots	2	2

Both laptops, the Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and the GP66 Leopard, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

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	MSI Venture A16 AI+ (A3HMG)	MSI GP66 Leopard
CPU	AMD Ryzen AI 5 340 (NPU - 50 TOPS)	Intel Core i7 10750H
GPU	Radeon 840M	GeForce RTX 3060 Mobile 6GB
Memory	16 GB	16 GB ; 6 GB VRAM
Available for LLM total	~10.5 GB (10.5 GB RAM)	~17.3 GB (4.5 GB VRAM 12.8 GB RAM)
Small Models (1-3B): Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B Requires ~2 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✔ Runs Smoothly fits in your 6 GB VRAM
Medium Models (7-8B): Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B Requires ~5 GB memory	✔ Runs Well fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	✔ Modest Speed doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
Large Models
13-15B Models (e.g., Llama 3 14B, Qwen1.5 14B) Requires ~9 GB memory	✔ Modest Speed fits in your 10.5 GB RAM	⚠ Borderline / Slow doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
16-24B Models (e.g., Dense 20B Q4 ~15.5GB) Requires ~14 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	! Not Practical doesn't fit in 6 GB VRAM, spills to RAM (VRAM + RAM, slower)
24-30B Models (e.g., Dense 30B Q4) Requires ~18 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
MoE Models (Mixture-of-Experts) (e.g., Mixtral 8x7B - total ~47B, active ~12-13B) Requires ~24 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM
Extra-Large Models (65B+): Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B Requires ~42 GB memory	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM	✖ Not Supported exceeds available RAM

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

MSI Venture A16 AI+ (A3HMG)|MSI GP66 Leopard

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 VRAM, so they run best on systems with ≥24 GB VRAM. 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.

🚀 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

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	Slow-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 VRAM capacity and RAM fallback status. GPU type (memory bandwidth, compute power) can also affect actual performance. Currently, we prioritize whether the model fits in VRAM or requires RAM fallback for classification. We may refine this categorization in future updates based on more detailed benchmarks.

BATTERY

BATTERY	75 Wh	65 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Left	Bottom
Charge Power	90 W	230 / 240 / 280 W

Moreover, the Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG boasts a larger battery capacity of 75 Wh, offering extended usage time compared to the GP66 Leopard's65 Wh.

Battery Comparison

MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI GP66 Leopard

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

STORAGE
With a larger storage capacity up to 2 TB, the Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG provides more space for storing files and applications compared to the GP66 Leopard's max. storage capacity of 1 TB.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	512 GB, 1 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	2
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

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.

MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG vs MSI GP66 Leopard: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and MSI GP66 Leopard 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. Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG has a display size of 16.0".On the other hand, GP66 Leopard has a smaller 15.6" display.The total usable screen area of the Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG is 742cm² / 115inch² whereas the GP66 Leopard's total usable screen area is 670cm² / 104inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG features a higher pixel density with 142 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI GP66 Leopard

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Refresh Rate
The GP66 Leopard offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The GP66 Leopard offers a higher maximum brightness of 380 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI GP66 Leopard

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

MSI Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG vs MSI GP66 Leopard Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
Both laptops offer the same Wi-Fi standard (v6E), ensuring fast and reliable wireless connections.

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 Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and GP66 Leopard have USB-A ports. Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG has 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports, while GP66 Leopard has 3x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and GP66 Leopard have USB Type-C ports. Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG has 1x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports, while GP66 Leopard has 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 Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG nor GP66 Leopard has Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and GP66 Leopard 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 Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG nor GP66 Leopard has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Venture A16 AI+ A3HMG and GP66 Leopard 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)	v6E	v6E
Bluetooth (latest: v6.2)	v5.3	v5.2
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	3x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 4.0	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	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	No
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	Yes
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	No	Yes