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MSI GS60-2PEWi716SR21

Specifications

MSI GS60-2PEWi716SR21
MSI GS60-2PEWi716SR21 (GS60 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i7-4700HQ 4 x 2.4 - 3.4 GHz (Intel Core i7)
Graphics adapter
Display
15.60 inch 16:9, 2880 x 1620 pixel, glossy: no
Weight
2 kg ( = 70.55 oz / 4.41 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
2000 Euro

 

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Average Score: 85% - good
Average of 4 scores (from 6 reviews)
price: 80%, performance: 80%, features: 80%, display: - % mobility: - %, workmanship: 70%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the MSI GS60-2PEWi716SR21

80% MSI GS60 2PE Ghost Pro review: Ultrabook-thin with a fantastic screen
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The MSI GS60 2PE Ghost Pro has enough power to handle current games, and it’s got the screen quality to match – and all while costing less than the Gigabyte P35W v2, which has a poorer screen but a tad more gaming power. The storage, keyboard and speakers all impress, but this slimline gaming laptop struggles for longevity and has poor thermal performance. It’s thin and impressive, but be aware about the MSI’s limitations before spending any cash.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 09/08/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 80% features: 80% workmanship: 70%
100% MSI GS60 Ghost Pro—a 15.6"
Source: Digital Versus English Archive.org version
The MSI GS60 Ghost Pro is a little gem, combining power and finesse. And given the configuration, it doesn't heat up excessively, either. What we've got here is a dedicated gaming laptop that can run any game and do it well. It boasts an excellent screen and is small and light enough that you can take it with you anywhere. It's just a shame the audio isn't up to the same standard.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/08/2014
Rating: Total score: 100%
80% MSI GS60 Ghost Pro 3K
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
Overall, the MSI GS60 Ghost Pro 3K-095 is an outstanding, if slightly pricey, gaming rig. The laptop scorched through our graphics and gaming benchmarks, and delivered seamless performance on Battlefield 4 with the graphics cranked all the way up. Moreover, the 3K display looks stunning—even if there are few opportunities beyond gaming to use it—and the speakers deliver pitch-perfect audio.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/25/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

MSI GS60 3K-Edition
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/21/2014
80% Notebook MSI GS60 2PE Ghost Pro: Recensione
Source: Techstation.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/12/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
Review du MSI GS60 3K edition.
Source: Portables4Gamers French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Very flat and quality chassis; good design; perfect performance; good screen; Negative: Too hot under load; noisy cooling system; poor keyboard.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/23/2014

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 870M: High-end 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.


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.


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%: 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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Stefan Hinum, 2014-06-24 (Update: 2014-06-24)