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MSI CX640-i547W7P

Specifications

MSI CX640-i547W7P
MSI CX640-i547W7P (CX640 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i5-2410M 2 x 2.3 - 2.9 GHz, Sandy Bridge
Graphics adapter
NVIDIA GeForce GT 520M - 1024 MB VRAM, Core: 600 MHz, Memory: 900 MHz, ForceWare 266.39, DDR3, Nvidia Optimus + Intel GMA HD 3000 (8.15.10.2266), 8.17.12.6639
Memory
4 GB 
, Manufactuer: Elixir, DDR3-10660, 1333 MHz, maximum 8 GB, 2 slots
Display
15.60 inch 16:9, 1366 x 768 pixel, SEC3651, Manufacturer: Seiko Epson, diagonal: 39.6 cm, LED, WXGA, glossy: yes
Mainboard
Intel HM65
Storage
Hitachi Travelstar 5K500.B HTS545050B9A300, 500 GB 
, 5400 rpm, Travelstar 5K500, SATA 2
Soundcard
Conexant SmartAudio HD
Connections
2 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 VGA, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: Headphone output, microphone input, Card Reader: MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC, MS, MS PRO, HG, RJ-45
Networking
Atheros AR8151 PCI-E Gigabit Ethernet Controller (10/100/1000MBit/s), Atheros AR9285 Wireless Network Adapter (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/)
Optical drive
Pioneer DVD-RW DVRTD10RS
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 27.1 x 380 x 260 ( = 1.07 x 14.96 x 10.24 in)
Battery
47 Wh Lithium-Ion, 6 cells, 4400 mAh, 10.8 Volt, type: A32-A15
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: 1.3 Megapixel
Additional features
Notebook, 90 Watt mains adaptor with power cable, handbooks, driver and software DVD, 6-cell battery, Microsoft Office 2010 Starter, FastStone Capture, Norton Internet Security (trial version), Norton Online Backup, Nuance PDF Reader, Time Stamp, Windows Live Essentials, 24 Months Warranty, Warranty includes Pick-up and Return, colour: black or silver, 2 speakers (SRS Premium Sound)
Weight
2.54 kg ( = 89.6 oz / 5.6 pounds), Power Supply: 355 g ( = 12.52 oz / 0.78 pounds)
Price
649 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 81.6% - good
Average of 5 scores (from 7 reviews)
price: - %, performance: 73%, features: 61%, display: 55% mobility: 72%, workmanship: 60%, ergonomy: 66%, emissions: 88%

Reviews for the MSI CX640-i547W7P

78% Review MSI CX640 Notebook (GT 520M) | Notebookcheck
Allrounder? The MSI CX640 is aimed at the multimedia notebook market, with its 15.6-inch display, new Intel Core i5-2410M, dedicated Nvidia GeForce GT 520M GPU and Optimus graphics switching. We take a detailed look at the newcomer from Taiwan and weigh up its good and bad qualities.
MSI CX640 Laptop Review (Core i5/Nvidia)
Source: Kitguru English Archive.org version
To end on a positive note, the speaker system is rather impressive and we were surprised with the quality of the overall sound, especially in the lower mid range registers.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/01/2011
70% MSI CX640 review
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The MSI CX640 may not be the prettiest 15.6-inch laptop around, or the sveltest, but it certainly offers decent performance. Running on an Intel Core i5 processor, it'll set you back around £600. If you're after a relatively affordable desktop-replacement laptop, the MSI CX640 is worth considering. Just bear in mind that you'll have to learn to love its appearance.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/27/2011
Rating: Total score: 70%
90% MSI CX640 15.6-inch Notebook Review
Source: Tweaktown English Archive.org version
Out of the box the CX640 carries with it a 64-bit copy of Windows 7 Home Premium. There's a bit of bloat ware, but nothing too major that you might find yourself uninstalling quickly.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/13/2011
Rating: Total score: 90%

Foreign Reviews

92% Turbomodus für unterwegs
Source: PC Praxis - 6/11 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 05/01/2011
Rating: Total score: 92%
78% Test MSI CX640 Notebook (GT 520M)
Source: Notebookcheck German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/18/2011
Rating: Total score: 78% performance: 79% display: 68% mobility: 83% workmanship: 75% ergonomy: 74% emissions: 88%
MSI CX640-i547W7P
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/13/2011
Rating: performance: 60% features: 50% display: 30% mobility: 50% workmanship: 30% ergonomy: 50%
MSI CX640 im Einzeltest: Gut ausgestatteter Plastikbomber sucht Konzept
Source: Tom's Hardware German DE→EN Archive.org version
Equipment good, cpu weak, workmanship and bad
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 07/07/2011

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce GT 520M: Entry level graphics card based on the new GF119 chip with a 64 Bit memory bus or on the GF108 with 128 Bit memory bus but lower clock rates. 

Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


2410M:

Dual-core processor based on the Sandy Bridge architecture with an integrated graphics card and dual-channel DDR3 memory controller. The CPU is clocked at 2.3 GHz (Turbo Boost 2.6-2.9 GHz) and the GPU at 650 (1200 MHz Turbo).

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


15.60":

15-inch display variants are the standard and are used for more than half of all laptops.

The reason for the popularity of mid-sized displays is that this size is reasonably easy on the eyes, often allows high resolutions and thus offers rich details on the screen, yet does not consume too much power and the devices can still be reasonably compact - simply the standard compromise.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


2.54 kg:

With this weight, a laptop is rather heavier than average. Devices in this range shine more with screen size and performance than with mobility.


MSI: Micro-Star International (MSI) was founded in 1986 in Taiwan. MSI is especially known as a manufacturer of motherboards and graphics cards for PCs, but also offers computer accessories, complete systems, motherboards, graphics cards, laptops, desktop PCs, monitors and other components. However, the Microstar brand name in Germany belongs to the Medion company. MSI is known for its gaming products and has developed a wide range of gaming laptops and desktop PCs. The company is also active in workstations, servers and industrial automation. MSI has offices in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.


81.6%: This rating is slightly above average, there are somewhat more devices with worse ratings. However, clear purchase recommendations look different.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Current Prices
Stefan Hinum, 2011-04-19 (Update: 2012-07-18)