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MSI GE70-2PEi716SR21B

Specifications

MSI GE70-2PEi716SR21B
MSI GE70-2PEi716SR21B (GE70 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i7-4700HQ 4 x 2.4 - 3.4 GHz (Intel Core i7)
Graphics adapter
Display
17.30 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel, glossy: no
Weight
3 kg ( = 105.82 oz / 6.61 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
1600 Euro

 

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Average Score: 85.5% - good
Average of 6 scores (from 8 reviews)
price: 71%, performance: 98%, features: 82%, display: - % mobility: - %, workmanship: 82%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the MSI GE70-2PEi716SR21B

80% MSI GE70 2PE Apache Pro review: gaming laptop squeezes maximum performance from CPU and GPU at a decent price
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The GE70 2PE Apache Pro does have its flaws – it's bigger and heavier than it really needs to be, the battery life is poor, and we really dislike the trackpad. However, it delivers the goods when it comes to gaming action. That extravagant storage system allows the GE70 to squeeze maximum performance out of its processor and GPU, and ensures that it provides high-end gaming performance at a competitive mid-range price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 08/21/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 80% workmanship: 80%
83% MSI GE70 2PE Apache Pro
Source: PC Authority English Archive.org version
Like all gaming laptops, the MSI is expensive. It’s also given a run for its money by the considerably more compact Gigabyte P34G v2. However, if you’re on the hunt for a big-screened gaming laptop the MSI GE70 2PE Apache Pro comes heartily recommended.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 07/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 67% performance: 100% features: 83% workmanship: 83%
100% MSI GE70 2PE Apache Pro review
Source: PC Pro English Archive.org version
As with all gaming laptops, the MSI GE70 2PE Apache Pro costs a considerable amount of money. Given the power-packed specification, beautiful screen and capable all-round performance, though, it's actually very fairly priced. If you're on the hunt for a king-sized laptop with enough power to tackle the latest games, and unfazed by the lacklustre battery life, the MSI GE70 2PE Apache Pro comes heartily recommended.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/11/2014
Rating: Total score: 100% price: 67% performance: 100% features: 83% workmanship: 83%
70% MSI GE60 2PE Apache Pro 15.6in gaming notebook
Source: Kitguru English Archive.org version
The MSI GE60 2PE Apache Pro 15.6in gaming notebook is an impressive piece of kit. Despite being light and mobile, it’s able to play some of the most graphically intense games out there and generate playable frame rates with settings absolutely maxed out. It isn’t going to break 3Dmark world records, but the combination of a Core i7 and Nvidia G860M makes this a very capable gaming notebook that was able to pass all our gaming tests with ease.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/10/2014
Rating: Total score: 70%
100% MSI GE70 2PE Apache Pro review
Source: Expert Reviews English Archive.org version
The MSI GE70 2PE Apache Pro certainly isn’t cheap, but it’s immensely powerful. The GE70 may not be substantially more powerful than other gaming laptops with GTX 7-series graphics chips, but if you want a laptop that can play graphically challenging FPS games at playable frame rates with good quality graphics, there’s no competition.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/12/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%

Foreign Reviews

MSI GE70 mit GeForce GTX 860M
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: convincing gaming notebook; simple and timeless design
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/12/2014
80% MSI GE70 2PE, análisis
Source: MuyComputer Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/14/2015
Rating: Total score: 80%
Notebook MSI GE70 PE Apache Pro: Review
Source: Techstation.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Length Unknown, Date: 04/24/2014
performance: 100%

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M: Upper mid-range graphics card from the GeForce GTX 800M series.

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

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


Intel Core i7: The Intel Core i7 for laptops is based on the LG1156 Core i5/i7 CPU for desktops. The base clock speed of the CPUs is relatively low, but because of a huge Turbo mode, the cores can dynamically overclock to up to 3.2 GHz (920XM). Therefore, the CPU can be as fast as high clocked dual-core CPUs (using single threaded applications) but still offer the advantage of 4 cores. Because of the large TDP of 45 W / 55 W, the CPU is only intended for large laptops.  


4700HQ: Haswell-based quad-core processor clocked at 2.4 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 3.4 GHz. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 4600 GPU and a dual channel DDR3 memory controller.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


17.30": This display size is a standard format for desktop replacements (DTR). The DTR laptops are heavier to carry, need more power, but texts are easy to read and high resolutions are no problem. DTR are mainly intended for stationary desk use, where weight and energy hunger don't matter. In return, you enjoy the advantages of high resolutions (more details, better legibility).» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


3 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.


85.5%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.


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

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2014-03-19 (Update: 2014-03-19)