The Fastest RTX 3070 Laptop Yet - MSI GP66 Leopard Review

Specs - MSI GP66 Leopard
CPU - Intel Core i7-10870H (8 cores, 16 threads)
GPU - Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 (130W with Dynamic boost)
Display - 1080p 144Hz IPS
Memory - 16GB DDR4 (2x8GB)
Storage - 1x 1TB M.2 NVMe SSD, (1 M.2 slot free)
WiFi - WiFi 6 (Intel AX-201)
Other - WiFi 6, RGB Backlit Keyboard

Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
1:24 - Design, Materials, Build Quality
2:15 - Keyboard, Touchpad
3:03 - Connections
3:45 - Nvidia GeForce RTX 3070 Gaming Performance
5:52 - Intel Core i7-10870H CPU Performance
6:10 - 144Hz 1080p IPS Panel Performance
6:46 - Thermal Performance & Software
7:33 - Internals, Maintenance, Upgrades
7:56 - Battery Life
8:15 - Webcam, Speakers
8:57 - Final Thoughts

Disclosure:
- This product was provided by MSI for the purpose of testing. As per my own guidelines, they don't get any say about anything in this video or any of my other reviews. It's not sponsored by them, they also didn't get to preview this video beforehand, or any other nonsense like that. My reviews reflect my own views, nothing more, nothing less.
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[bluupbrr]

I ve been searching for a proper review on this model since it was announced. Thank you so much

[smithers]

Thanks for this review, I have the 3070 version but it only came with a 512gb hd. It seems I made a pretty good choice based off what I look for in a laptop ( mainly pure gaming performance ). I'm away working for 5 months but I can't wait to get home and hook it up to a good gaming display :)

I find it kind of funny how people these days find carrying 2.4kg around with them uncomfortable. especially if you are a healthy adult male. Even the heavy gaming laptops are not heavy these days so it's definitely not something that I personally factor into my laptop choice. If an extra kg means more performance then I'm all for it.

[happosai_sama]

Nada doing a 10 minute review on a laptop I'll never be able to buy, is the perfect "I'm making dinner" video.

[TechTyrial]

I went for the 3060 variant! And boy im happy with it! ✅✅

[bojke]

Man... Even laptops gpu are expensive... +500€ for difference between 3060 and 3070... And btw I like that comment "angle(of cam) is completely normal"

[fahdalawsi]

I love how you cover every single aspect.
Good job

[ferencbenko]

The GP66 with i7-10750h and rtx 3070 costs around 1650 euros in my country, so I think that's the best value one currently available. Also these 2021 laptop pricings are weirdly inconsistent

[Dinara]

REALLY HELPFUL video. Thank you very much! This little thing has power... could be our new laptop!

[abhigyandatta]

Very good review, but It would be better if you listed the BASE TDP in the specs instead of with dynamic boost . The Leopard performs better than the Strix G15 as it has mux, but also because it is a base 125W 3070 with a 5W boost, while the latter is 115W+15W.

[Zarzar]

Got the GP62 Leopard Pro as my first ever gaming laptop nearly 6 years ago. Still works but starting to fall behind on the games, definitely looking to upgrade soon

Btw, half Dutch here, thanks for the great content, and your English accent is absolutely superb ✨

[seth]

Ive got one of those and it is very good after a couple of days of using it. Especially its cooling is effective as I live in a very hot environment( depends on games ).

[antoniodias]

Nice review! I'm about to buy a new laptop and I was undecided between the Strix Scar 15 and the Aorus 15p (both with the high powered RTX3070), but the MSI GP66 Leopard sounds even better...I wish you could make a comparison between these three laptops on 1440p resolution, using an external monitor (bypassing optimus) to see which one takes the trophy in terms of performance!

[renatoroperto]

great video! thanks. I ended up getting the GP76 with a 300hz display. Very happy with it.

[overpricedgpu]

The built in webcam and mic are surprisingly really good

[joeykeilholz]

This feels like it would be amazing with AMD cpu instead. Improves thermals. You could potentially get 150W 3070 because of the power difference

Also bezel and general design feel old

[AndreGalan]

That sexy touchy! 2:19

Nice review. It would be great if you do a giveaway for one of this laptops when you hit the 190K or 200K.

Keep the excellent work!

[AndreSantos-xxmn]

Normally i dont really leave a comment but i have to say i really enjoy your videos!!

[JoeMaranophotography]

That's shocking thermals. My often complained about Dell G5 i7 10750h RTX 2070MQ will hit 100 degrees in max performance mode but the trade off is that balanced mode is truly balanced. Mid 80's with fans at 88% and 3.7ghz clockspeeds. GPU no higher than 73. Turning fans up will shave more off those temps.

[mellonhead]

This baby is gonna be mine thanks so much Ghost Recon Ultra here I come

[thanoskyrou]

Just got the MSI GP66 leopard with the 3060 MAX P version. Im out fo words...low temps great value! I bought it for 1600€ in Greece while the 3070 version had 400-500€ more.

For 10 fps more....400-500€ not worth it! If you guys find the 3060 version in a good price just get it with closed eyes! Im so so so happy with my new laptop!

As always your review helped me to get it and decide! You rock :)