MSI unveils its latest gaming and Creator laptops and invites you to it's virtual event (with prizes!)
In partnership with MSI
MSI prides itself on its end-to-end supply chain. It takes care of its own product development, manufacturing, sales and even tech support. Established in 1986, the company now employs over 12,000 workers including more than 2,000 engineers across the world. Today it’s launching its latest products which have a strong focus on aesthetics that work in tandem with performance. With that in mind it’s inviting you to be part of its regional “MSIology: Tech Meets Aesthetic" announcement which starts at 9PM tonight (AEST). Simply turning up and answering some questions gets you a $50 voucher and staying to the end will put you in the draw for a great prize. You can register by clicking here!
New MSI laptop line-up
MSI’s new line-up of laptops is powered by the latest, 11th Gen. Intel H series processors and Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 laptop GPUs. The powerful, gaming and creator-designated laptops embrace Golden Section aesthetics in an effort to produce ultimate, top-tier machines with design touches that simultaneously enhance the user experience and unleash one's inner gamer and creator spirits.
The new laptops offer an inherent 30 per cent performance upgrade over previous models, but also include the latest high-speed, PCIe Gen4 storage tech, Thunderbolt 4 wired connectivity and Wi-Fi 6E wireless performance. For the gaming lineup, MSI-exclusive features like “Discrete Graphics Mode” improve graphics performance, while the MSI Center app allows users to overclock the GPU with ease. MSI’s new Creator series also includes enhanced features like True Pixel QHD+ along with Mini LED displays.
Meanwhile MSI has also updated its much-loved gaming series laptops including the GE Raider, GP Leopard and GS Stealth. There’s also the new Pulse GL plus Sword and Katana GF special edition liveries which have been designed by international graphic artists to round out the lineup. You can buy them all now by clicking here!
Creator Z16 and Creator M16
The new Creator Z16 boasts a 16:10 display with thin bezels inspired by the Golden Ratio for better viewing angles and increased productivity. A slim CNC-milled aluminium chassis in Lunar Grey adds understated style, while the True Pixel screen displays up to a QHD+ resolution with 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut support fulfilling the needs of demanding designers and creators alike. The world’s thinnest 0.1mm sharp-edged fan blade and MSI’s exclusive Cooler Boost Technology ensure optimal thermal dissipation for the best possible experience when running heavy duty CAD applications.
The Creator M16 also features a QHD+ True Pixel display and well-rounded options for a more casual creator who wants a more lightweight version of the Creator Z16’s robust offering. Find a retailer by clicking here.
Creator 17
The newly redesigned Creator 17 laptop offers vibrant Mini LED display, powered by AUO AmLED technology, with 1,000 nits of brightness for a higher colour range. The chassis is all-black aluminium with an attractive sandblasted texture. Buy one now.
Ultimate Powerhouse – GE76/66 Raider
MSI’s new lineup of gaming laptops begins with upgrades to the powerful GE Raider series of laptops. The GE76 and GE66 Raider series retain the sci-fi mystic light bar, but benefit from Wi-Fi 6E and the top-end Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU which supports a full TGP of up to 165W for extreme gaming performance. Displays include super-fast 360Hz and QHD 240Hz while MSI’s Cooler Boost 5 technology keeps the system running smoothly. Get them by clicking here.
Born for Performance – GP76/66 Leopard
For those who need powerful performance for work, play or even engineering, the GP Leopard series is also being updated to support the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3080 GPU and the latest 11th Gen Intel Core i7 Processors. Get it here.
Sleek & Sophisticated – GS76/66 Stealth
The award-winning Stealth series is back, bringing lightweight gaming power for those on the move. Beyond the GPU and CPU updates, the GS76 Stealth now has a silver hinge design, improved battery capacity and a new display panel with up to QHD 240Hz for smoother visual performance. Dynaudio speakers enhance the music listening experience. The GS Stealth series is the ideal portable gaming and working partner. You can buy one by clicking here.
Pulsating Power– Pulse GL76/66
With new livery designed by Maarten Verhoeven – the 2018 ZBrush World Competition Champion – MSI is unveiling its new GL66 and GL76 Pulse laptops. Verhoeven specifically designed the titanium power-armour inspired by Pulse energy for the Dragon Army to enhance agility and flexibility. The laptops use the Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU along with a redesigned heat pipe and integrated MSI thermal grease which generates more airflow at lower temperatures. An independent number pad rounds out the user experience. Buy one by clicking here.
Sharpen Your Game - Sword 17/15, Katana GF76/66
Inspired by the swift power of the Sword and Katana, the livery of the brand-new MSI Sword and Katana GF series is designed by famed Japanese illustrator, Tsuyoshi Nagano who is noted for his work in the “Romance of the Three Kingdoms” game series. The MSI Sword 17, Sword 15, Katana GF76 and GF66 are set to inspire users with their looks alone. Powered by Nvidia GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPUs and featuring independent number pads (even on the smaller 15-inch variant) the Sword and Katana GF laptops are more than just entry-level gaming configurations; they are your first partner for long-lasting battles in the virtual world. Buy them here.
Conclusion
With a renewed focus on the creative and business markets, MSI’s new line-up of laptops reflects the brand’s dedication to artistry in all forms. MSI is not only putting performance on the table it is leveling-up its new design ethos to bring joy simply through ownership. Whether it’s nights spent gaming, days in the office, or creatively working from anywhere, MSI has a laptop to suit all demanding laptop users. Buy them by clicking here.
For more information on the latest laptops, tune in to MSI’s “Tech Meets Aesthetic” event tonight at 9pm and get in the draw to win one!
Specifications
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Creator Z16 |
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Processor |
Latest 11th Gen. Intel® Core™ i7 Processors |
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Graphics |
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6 |
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Display |
16" QHD+ (2560x1600), 16:10, Touchscreen, 120Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel |
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Memory |
DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
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Storage Slot |
2 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen4 x4 |
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Webcam |
IR HD type (30fps@720p) |
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Communication |
Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
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I/O Ports |
2 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB4 Type-C 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1 x Micro SD Card Reader(UHS-III) 1 × DC-in |
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Audio |
4 × Stereo Speakers by Dynaudio system 1 × Audio combo jack |
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Battery/ Adaptor |
4-Cell, Li-Polymer 180W Slim adaptor |
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Dimension |
359(W) × 256(D) × 16.18(H) mm |
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Weight |
2.2 kg |
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Creator M16 |
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Processor |
Latest 11th Gen. Intel® Core™ i7 Processors |
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Graphics |
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 Ti Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6 NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6 |
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Display |
16" QHD+ (2560x1600), 16:10, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel |
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Memory |
DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
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Storage Slot |
1 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen3 |
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Webcam |
HD type (30fps@720p) |
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Communication |
Gigabit Ethernet, Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
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I/O Ports |
1 x USB3.2 Gen1 Type-C 2 x USB3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x USB2.0 Type-A, 1x HDMI (4K@60Hz), 1× RJ45, 1 × DC-in |
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Audio |
2 x Stereo Speakers 1 × Audio combo jack |
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Battery/ Adaptor |
3-Cell, Li-Polymer 150W adaptor |
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Dimension |
359 (W) × 259 (D) × 23.95-27.5 (H) mm |
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Weight |
2.2 kg |
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Creator 17 |
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Processor |
Up to latest 11th Gen. Intel® Core™ i9 Processors |
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Graphics |
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR6 NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6 |
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Display |
17.3" UHD (3840x2160), MiniLED, HDR 1000, 100% DCI-P3 (Typical), IPS-Level panel |
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Memory |
DDR4-3200, 2 slots, Max 64GB |
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Storage Slot |
1 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen4 x4 1 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen3 x4 |
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Webcam |
IR HD type (30fps@720p) |
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Communication |
Gigabit Ethernet (up to 2.5GbE), Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
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I/O Ports |
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB4 Type-C (w/ PD Charging), 1 x USB3.2 Gen2 Type-C/ DP , 2x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1× SD Card Reader(UHS-III), 1× HDMI(8K@ 60Hz / 4K@ 120Hz), 1× RJ45, 1× DC-in |
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Audio |
2 x Stereo Speakers designed by Dynaudio system 1 x Audio combo jack |
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Battery/ Adaptor |
4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 99.9Whr 230W Slim adapter |
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Dimension |
396.1(W)×259.4(D)×20.25(H)mm |
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Weight |
2.45 kg |
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GE76 Raider & Dragon Edition Tiamat |
GE66 Raider |
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Processor |
Up to latest 11th Gen. Intel® Core™ i9 Processors |
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Graphics |
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR6 NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 |
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Display |
17.3" UHD (3840x2160), 120Hz Refresh Rate, 100% Adobe RGB(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 17.3" QHD (2560x1440), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 17.3" QHD (2560x1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 17.3" Full HD (1920x1080), 360 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel (Optional) |
15.6" UHD (3840x2160), 100% Adobe RGB(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 15.6" QHD (2560x1440), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 15.6" QHD (2560x1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080), 300 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel (Optional) |
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Memory |
DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
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Storage Slot |
1 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen4 x4 1 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen3 x4 |
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Webcam |
FHD type (30fps@1080p) |
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Communication |
Killer E3100G Ethernet (up to 2.5 GbE) Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
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USB Ports |
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB4 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A |
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB4 Type-C, 1 x USB3.2 Gen2 Type-C, 1 x USB3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 2 x USB3.2 Gen1 Type-A |
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Keyboard |
Per-Key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries |
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Audio |
The Duo Wave Woofers + Speakers designed by Dynaudio system Nahimic 3 Audio Enhance High-Resolution Audio ready |
The Duo Wave speakers design by Dynaudio system Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer High-Resolution Audio ready |
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Battery |
4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 99.9Whr |
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Video Output |
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB4 Type-C 1 x Mini DisplayPort 1 x HDMI (8K@ 60Hz / 4K@ 120Hz) |
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Dimension |
397 (W) x 284 (D) x 25.9 (H) mm |
358 (W) x 267 (D) x 23.4 (H) mm |
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Weight |
2.9 Kg |
2.38 Kg |
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GS76 Stealth |
GS66 Stealth |
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Processor |
Up to latest 11th Gen. Intel® Core™ i9 Processors |
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Graphics |
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3080 Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR6 NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6 |
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Display |
17.3" UHD (3840x2160), 120 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% Adobe RGB(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 17.3" QHD (2560x1440), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 17.3" QHD (2560x1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 17.3" Full HD (1920x1080), 360 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel (Optional) |
15.6" UHD (3840x2160),100% Adobe RGB(Typical), IPS-Level panel(Optional) 15.6" QHD (2560x1440), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 15.6" QHD (2560x1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080), 300 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel (Optional) |
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Memory |
DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
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Storage Slot |
1 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen4 x4 1 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen3 x4 |
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Webcam |
IR HD type (30fps@720p) |
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Communication |
Killer E3100G Ethernet (up to 2.5 GbE) Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
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USB Ports |
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB4 Type-C (w/ PD Charging), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A |
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB4 Type-C (w/ PD Charging), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP, 3 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A |
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Keyboard |
Per-Key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries |
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Audio |
2 x Stereo Speakers designed by Dynaudio system Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer High-Resolution Audio ready |
The Duo Wave Speakers designed by Dynaudio system Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer High-Resolution Audio ready |
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Battery |
4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 99.9Whr |
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Video Output |
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB4 Type-C (w/ PD Charging), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP, 1 x HDMI (8K@ 60Hz / 4K@ 120Hz) |
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Dimension |
396.1 (W) x 259.4 (D) x 20.25 (H) mm |
358.3 (W) x 248 (D) x 18.3-19.8 (H) mm |
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Weight |
2.45 Kg |
2.1 Kg |
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GP76 Leopard |
GP66 Leopard |
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Processor |
Up to latest 11th Gen. Intel® Core™ i7 Processors |
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Graphics |
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3070 Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 |
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Display |
17.3" QHD (2560x1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 17.3" Full HD (1920x1080), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel (Optional) 17.3" Full HD (1920x1080), 144 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel (Optional) |
15.6" QHD (2560x1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel (Optional) 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080), 144 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel (Optional) |
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Memory |
DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
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Storage Slot |
1 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen4 x4 1 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen3 x4 |
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Webcam |
HD type (30fps@720p) |
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Communication |
Gigabit Ethernet (up to 2.5GbE) Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
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USB Ports |
3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A |
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Keyboard |
Per-Key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries |
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Audio |
2 x Stereo Speakers Nahimic 3 Audio Enhance High-Resolution Audio ready |
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Battery |
4-Cell, Li-Polymer |
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Video Output |
1 x HDMI (8K@60Hz / 4K@120Hz), 1 x Mini DisplayPort |
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Dimension |
397 (W) x 284 (D) x 25.9 (H) mm |
358 (W) x 267 (D) x 23.4 (H) mm |
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Weight |
2.9 Kg |
2.38 Kg |
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Pulse GL76/Crosshair 17 |
Pulse GL66/ Crosshair 15 |
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Processor |
Up to latest 11th Gen. Intel® Core™ i7 Processors |
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Graphics |
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6 NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 Ti Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6 NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6 |
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Display |
17.3" QHD (2560x1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 17.3" Full HD (1920x1080), 144 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel(Optional) |
15.6" QHD (2560x1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080), 144 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel (Optional) |
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Memory |
DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
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Storage Slot |
Up to 2 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen3 x4 |
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Webcam |
HD type (30fps@720p) |
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USB Ports |
1 x USB3.2 Gen1 Type-C 2 x USB3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x USB2.0 Type-A |
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Keyboard |
RGB Backlight Gaming Keyboard |
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Battery |
3-Cell, Li-Polymer |
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Video Output |
1x HDMI (4K@60Hz) |
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Dimension |
398 (W) x 273 (D) x 24.2 (H) mm |
359 (W) x 259 (D) x 23.95 (H) mm |
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Weight |
2.3 Kg |
2.1 Kg |
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Katana GF76/ Sword 17 |
Katana GF66/ Sword 15 |
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Processor |
Up to latest 11th Gen. Intel® Core™ i7 Processors |
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Graphics |
NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6 NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 Ti Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6 NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3050 Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6 NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1650 Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6 |
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Display |
17.3" Full HD (1920x1080),144 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel |
15.6" Full HD (1920x1080),144 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel |
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Memory |
Up to DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
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Storage Slot |
Up to 2 x NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen3 x4 |
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Webcam |
HD type (30fps@720p) |
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USB Ports |
1 x USB3.2 Gen1 Type-C 2 x USB3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x USB2.0 Type-A |
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Keyboard |
Red Backlit Gaming Keyboard(Katana GF76/66) Blue Backlit Gaming Keyboard (Sword 17/15) |
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Video Output |
1 x HDMI (4K@ 60Hz) |
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Dimension |
398 (W) x 273 (D) x 25.2 (H) mm |
359 (W) x 259 (D) x 24.9 (H) mm |
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Weight |
2.3 Kg |
2.1 Kg |
* Product specification, functions and appearance may vary by models and differ from country to country. All specifications are subject to change without notice.
