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MSI GT70 Series

MSI GT70 0NC-027NLProcessor: Intel Core i7 3610QM, Intel Core i7 3630QM, Intel Core i7 4700MQ, Intel Core i7 4710MQ, Intel Core i7 4800MQ, Intel Core i7 4810MQ, Intel Core i7 4930MX, Intel Core i7 4940MX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675M, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675MX, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M SLI, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770M, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780M, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 870M, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880M, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M, NVIDIA Quadro K4100M
Display: 17.00 inch, 17.30 inch
Weight: 3.7kg, 3.75kg, 3.786kg, 3.79kg, 3.794kg, 3.8kg, 3.826kg, 3.9kg, 4kg
Price: 1400, 1499, 1500, 1600, 1800, 1849, 1900, 2000, 2100, 2200, 2300, 2400, 2500, 2700, 3000, 3300, 3700, 4000 euro
Average Score: 83.38% - good
Average of 52 scores (from 87 reviews)
price: 82%, performance: 91%, features: 77%, display: 84%, mobility: 68%, workmanship: 83%, ergonomy: 75%, emissions: 78%

 

MSI GT70PH-i7169BWW7H

Specifications

MSI GT70PH-i7169BWW7HNotebook: MSI GT70PH-i7169BWW7H
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M 3072 MB
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.826kg
Price: 2200 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Average Score: 83% - good

Average of 4 scores (from 8 reviews)

 

Reviews

85% Review MSI GT70 Notebook | Notebookcheck
Expensive high-end fun. MSI sells a lavishly equipped gaming notebook for almost EUR 2200. A BluRay burner and two mSATA SSDs set up in a RAID array are found under the hood of the GT70. The matte Full HD screen, the illuminated keyboard and the good sound system are also impressive. Reason enough for contenders to panic?
80% MSI GT70 Gaming Notebook
Source: Hardware Zone English Archive.org version
A Fully Tuned Gaming Beast (Updated!) MSI has put together a great gaming machine in the GT70. It's got great specs with a fast Ivy Bridge Core i7 quad-core processor paired with a a fairly high-end NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M GPU and a pair of dual 60GB SSDs in RAID 0 configuration.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/09/2012
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 85% mobility: 60%
80% MSI GT70 Gaming Notebook
Source: Hardware Zone English Archive.org version
A Fully Tuned Gaming Beast (Updated!) MSI has put together a great gaming machine in the GT70. It's got great specs with a fast Ivy Bridge Core i7 quad-core processor paired with a a fairly high-end NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M GPU and a pair of dual 60GB SSDs in RAID 0 configuration.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/09/2012
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 85% mobility: 60%

Foreign Reviews

86% High-End-17-Zoll-Notebook mit SSD-Raid
Source: Gamestar German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/04/2012
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 90% features: 100% display: 85%
86% High-End-17-Zoll-Notebook mit SSD-Raid
Source: Gamestar German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/04/2012
Rating: Total score: 86% performance: 90% features: 100% display: 85%
MSI GT70PH-i7169BWW7H
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/30/2012
Rating: performance: 75% features: 50% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 50%
MSI GT70PH-i7169BWW7H
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/30/2012
Rating: performance: 75% features: 50% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 50%
MSI GT70 - High-End-Gamer mit Top-Sound
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: matte display with high contast, good sound, good keyboard, gaming performance; negative: throtteling
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/12/2012
MSI GT70 - High-End-Gamer mit Top-Sound
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: matte display with high contast, good sound, good keyboard, gaming performance; negative: throtteling
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/12/2012

 

MSI GT70-i789BLW7H

Specifications

MSI GT70-i789BLW7HNotebook: MSI GT70-i789BLW7H
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 1500 euro
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section

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Average Score: 91% - very good

Average of 2 scores (from 3 reviews)

 

Reviews

90% MSI GT70
Source: Techreview Source English Archive.org version
The MSI GT70 is a 17-inch gaming notebook that aims to have the speediest of performance available. While keeping the price at a reasonable level, this notebook has a functional keyboard, several USB 3.0 ports, a Blu-ray burner and very good graphics performance. It was hard to find much to complain about with this gamer-focused machine.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/08/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
MSI GT70 gaming laptop review
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version
While the GT70 wraps itself around the latest technologies, its build impressed us most. The keyboard, trackpad, chassis and speakers all bleed quality, sidestepping so many of the common sins that PC makers commit. This finely crafted icing make its screaming performance that much sweeter.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/23/2012

Foreign Reviews

92% MSI GT70-i789BLW7H
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/23/2012
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 95% display: 90% mobility: 85% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 90%

 

MSI GT70-0NC-011US

Specifications

MSI GT70-0NC-011USNotebook: MSI GT70-0NC-011US
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 2000 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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 GT70-0NC-011US (Model)

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Average Score: 81.67% - good

Average of 6 scores (from 8 reviews)

 

Reviews

70% MSI GT70 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
Gaming is obviously core for the GT70 and, thanks to the Nvidia GeForce GTX 670M GPU, it has no worries when it comes to playing the latest titles. MSI has also added its Turbo Drive Engine technology, which means speed boosts for video decoding and encoding, as well as 3D gaming. Intel HD 4000 graphics are also on board for less demanding graphical tasks.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/26/2012
Rating: Total score: 70%
80% MSI GT70 Gaming Laptop Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
It’s clear that the new hardware in the GT70 is a significant improvement over last year’s GT780R models. While the graphics card may remain a generation old, the higher clock speeds most certainly help improve performance. Combine this with the new Ivy Bridge processor and SSDs in RAID, and you have a supremely capable gaming laptop. Heck, even Windows boots in 11 seconds flat! My only major complaint is that MSI have bundles this with so much unnecessary software that out of 111GB of the RAIDed SSDs, you’re only left with 58.8GB free. May as well just reinstall Windows 7
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/21/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MSI GT70 review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
All in all, while the styling might be considered amateurish, and some minor idiosyncrasies exist, MSI has put together an all-around winning package in the MSI GT70. Its 5-hour-plus battery life sets it apart from other high-performance heavyweights.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/17/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% MSI GT70 Review and Ratings
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
Gaming notebooks are tricky beasts to evaluate. The best of them balance the speediest current-day performance with the savviest design, but a perfect combination will cost you. The MSI GT70’s fun lighting features and runaway performance, combined with a reasonable price for the hardware, add up to one of the best-value laptops you can buy for serious gaming.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/02/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% MSI GT70 0NC-011US
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
Overall, its few frames under 30 fps in high-quality tests are all that keep the MSI GT70 0NC-011US (Best Deal: $1,999.99 at Amazon) from unseating the more expensive GT783-625US as our under-$3,000 gaming laptop Editors' Choice. If you're willing to give up a little resolution or eye candy (as in Unigine's Heaven 3.0 benchmark, which posted 35.2 fps without anti-aliasing), the GT70 should run the toughest DX11 games, and its cutting-edge CPU and storage system make it an exceptional multimedia and productivity performer.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/30/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

MSI GT70 Gaming Notebook
Source: Overclockers.at German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: very good performance Negative: high price; clodhopping body
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2012
MSI GT70 - Zweiter Anlauf mit GTX 680M
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Positive: excellent performance; outstanding keyboard and soundsystem Negative: high price
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/07/2012
90% Review af MSI GT70
Source: Laptopworld.dk DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/07/2012
Rating: Total score: 90%

 

MSI GT70-0NC-015UK

Specifications

MSI GT70-0NC-015UKNotebook: MSI GT70-0NC-015UK
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 2200 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% MSI GT70 Gaming Series laptop
Source: Hexus English Archive.org version
If it's extreme mobile performance you're after, look past the current surge of Ultrabooks and take a long hard glance at MSI's GT70. Designed primarily for gaming and doubling as an extremely-capable multimedia workstation, this behemoth demands attention by combining a third-generation Intel Core processor with high-end NVIDIA graphics and a RAID SSD storage system.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/24/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%

 

MSI GT70-0NC-016UK

Specifications

MSI GT70-0NC-016UKNotebook: MSI GT70-0NC-016UK
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 2500 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Foreign Reviews

Test Portable Gamer MSI GT70
Source: Cowcotland French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Performance; Super RAID; Design; Finish; Keyboard; Bluff; Slab. Negative: Autonomy support;
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/22/2012

 

MSI GT70PH-i789BW7H

Specifications

MSI GT70PH-i789BW7HNotebook: MSI GT70PH-i789BW7H
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 1800 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Average Score: 70% - average

Average of 1 scores (from 4 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

It’s cool again – 17-Zoll-Gaming-Notebook mit Nvidia GeForce GTX 675M (UPDATE)
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/26/2012
Rating: performance: 90% features: 50% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 50%
It’s cool again – 17-Zoll-Gaming-Notebook mit Nvidia GeForce GTX 675M
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/13/2012
Rating: performance: 90% features: 50% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 50%
Test portable Gamer MSI GT70 GTX 675 M
Source: Cowcotland French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Performance; super RAID; design; keyboard. Negative: Price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/18/2012
70% Đánh giá laptop chuyên game MSI GT70
Source: Sohoa VN Express VN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/14/2012
Rating: Total score: 70% display: 80% mobility: 50% workmanship: 80%

 

MSI GT70-0NE-276US

Specifications

MSI GT70-0NE-276USNotebook: MSI GT70-0NE-276US
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Links: MSI homepage
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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 3 scores (from 4 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% MSI GT70 0NE-276US Review and Ratings
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
The MSI GT70 0NE-276US has a lot going for it. It looks like a gaming notebook is supposed to look, and it has all the bells and bling that gamers crave, including multicolored keyboard lighting and robust audio. More important, it performs like you would expect a gaming notebook to perform, thanks to an impressive list of hardware that includes a Core i7 CPU, a stellar Nvidia graphics chip, a pair of solid-state drives, and a boatload of speedy memory.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/04/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MSI GT70 0NE-276US
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
There is plenty to like about the MSI GT70 0NE-276US, like its inspired design, built-in Blu-ray burner, and beautiful display. At the end of the day, however, performance is the only thing that matters about gaming laptops, and the Alienware M17x R4 outguns the GT70 almost entirely across the board while sporting the same price tag, and it remains the system to beat.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/24/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MSI GT70 0NE-276US Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
Gamers searching for a powerful gaming rig to carry them through those harrowing firefights need look no further than the MSI GT70 0NE-276US. Although $2,599 is steep, the Nvidia GeForce GTX 680M GPU delivers high frame rates and beautiful textures, creating an immersive gaming experience. Throw in a quad-core Ivy Bridge processor, a blazing SSD and a heaping helping of hard drive space, and you've got a gaming juggernaut.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/10/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

Test portable MSI GT70 GTX 680 M
Source: Cowcotland French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Performance; super RAID; design; keyboard. Negative: Price; noise.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/20/2012

 

MSI GT70-0NC-048FR

Specifications

MSI GT70-0NC-048FRNotebook: MSI GT70-0NC-048FR
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.8kg
Price: 1900 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

80% MSI GT70 0NC-048FR
Source: 01Net French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/26/2012
Rating: Total score: 80%

 

MSI GT70 0NE-255FR

Specifications

MSI GT70 0NE-255FRNotebook: MSI GT70 0NE-255FR
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.8kg
Price: 2300 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Average Score: 100% - very good

Average of 1 scores (from 3 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

Review: MSI GT70. Gaming portátil ampliado
Source: Hispazone Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Performance; storage configuration and unique keyboard; outstanding picture quality, with almost perfect angles. Negative: The price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/16/2012
100% MSI GT70 0NE-255FR
Source: 01Net French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/14/2012
Rating: Total score: 100%
Review af MSi GT70 0NE
Source: Laptopworld.dk DA→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful CPU&GPU; large capacity SSD drive; designed for gamers. Negative: Price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/04/2012

 

MSI GT70 0NC-017NL

Specifications

MSI GT70 0NC-017NLNotebook: MSI GT70 0NC-017NL
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 2200 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Foreign Reviews

MSI GT70
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Strong and very sturdy case; the display with good color and viewing angle; excellent keyboard; very powerful performance; Negative: Price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/15/2012
MSI GT70
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Modern hardware; good screen; good keyboard. Negative: Nonsensical use of two SSDs; price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 08/15/2012
MSI GT70
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Modern hardware; good screen; good keyboard. Negative: Nonsensical use of two SSDs; price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 08/15/2012

 

MSI GT70 0ND-410XPL

Specifications

MSI GT70 0ND-410XPLNotebook: MSI GT70 0ND-410XPL
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.8kg
Links: MSI homepage
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Foreign Reviews

Gramy na laptopie MSI GT70
Source: Benchmark.pl Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/29/2012

 

MSI GT70H-75X2817B

Specifications

MSI GT70H-75X2817BNotebook: MSI GT70H-75X2817B
Processor: Intel Core i7 3630QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675MX
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 1600 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Foreign Reviews

Sparpaket – High-End-Gaming mit Stromspartechnik zum Einstiegspreis
Source: Notebookjournal German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/04/2012
Rating: performance: 80% features: 50% display: 70% mobility: 80% workmanship: 70% ergonomy: 50%

 

MSI GT70-0ND-603UK Dragon Edition

Specifications

MSI GT70-0ND-603UK Dragon EditionNotebook: MSI GT70-0ND-603UK Dragon Edition
Processor: Intel Core i7 3630QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 2400 euro
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section
 GT70-0ND-603UK Dragon Edition (Model)

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 2 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Reviews

70% MSI GT70 Dragon Edition gaming notebook
Source: Good Gear Guide English Archive.org version
MSI's gaming notebook may have a Dragon pattern on its lid and palm rest, but it's not quite an epic fire-breathing beast. The look of the MSI GT70 Dragon Edition may ultimately decide whether you go for this gaming notebook or not (as well as the price, of course). Under the hood, it has a fast configuration that's very fast for the most part, but we think it could use a higher-end graphics card to match the "premium" vibe that this notebook gives off.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/28/2013
Rating: Total score: 70%
90% MSI GT70 Dragon Edition Gaming Laptop Review
Source: Hardwareheaven English Archive.org version
Something which is always nice when receiving an enthusiast system to see the manufacturer taking time to package the product appropriately and that is the case with MSI's GT70 Dragon Edition. The system is protected by a useful cloth bag, the extras bagged up to and separated into sections within a quality box.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/13/2012
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 100% workmanship: 90%

 

MSI GT70-0ND-444US

Specifications

MSI GT70-0ND-444USNotebook: MSI GT70-0ND-444US
Processor: Intel Core i7 3630QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 1400 euro
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section
 GT70-0ND-444US (Model)

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% MSI GT70 0ND-444US 17.3-inch Laptop PC
Source: Comp Reviews English Archive.org version
Thanks to MSI's supplying of their chassis to other companies, the GT70 isn't as much of a standout 17-inch gaming system as it could be. The chassis itself offers some nice features including an anti-glare screen and some solid base performance. What MSI does to differentiate itself though is provide a bit more including a Blu-ray drive that most companies ignore.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%

 

MSI GT70-0NE-609US

Specifications

MSI GT70-0NE-609USNotebook: MSI GT70-0NE-609US
Processor: Intel Core i7 3630QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M SLI
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.7kg
Price: 2700 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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 GT70-0NE-609US (Model)

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 2 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% MSI GT70 One-609US Dragon Edition
Source: IT Reviews English Archive.org version
The MSI GT70 One-609US Dragon Edition is every inch a gamer’s PC, from the goofy spelled out number in the model name to the coiled dragons emblazoned across the lid and palmrest.The MSI GT70 One-609US Dragon Edition offers everything you might want, including quad-core processing, Nvidia graphics, and networking designed with online gaming in mind, at a price that isn't too astronomical.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/23/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% MSI GT70 One-609US Dragon Edition
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
Strong performance and a reasonable price make the MSI GT70 One-609US Dragon Edition an excellent choice among mid-range gaming laptops, but you will find better performance in some competing systems, like the Maingear Nomad 17 Ultimate, and similar performance for less in the budget-friendly Editors' Choice Asus GT70-DH72. However, if the blend of performance and customization appeal to you, we have no qualms recommending the MSI GT70 One-609US Dragon Edition.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/21/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%

 

MSI GT70H-80M4811B

Specifications

MSI GT70H-80M4811BNotebook: MSI GT70H-80M4811B
Processor: Intel Core i7 4700MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780M 4096 MB
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.794kg
Price: 2000 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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86% Review MSI GT70H-80M4811B Notebook | Notebookcheck
Strong. MSI launches an updated version of the popular GT70 gaming laptop based on the brand new CPU and GPU generation. It spoils gamers with a quad-core from Intel's Haswell family and a high-end scion from Nvidia's GeForce 700 range. We snatched the GT70H-80M4811B, which is one of the premium models, and put it through its paces.

 

MSI GT70SR2-x80M43237BW

Specifications

MSI GT70SR2-x80M43237BWNotebook: MSI GT70SR2-x80M43237BW
Processor: Intel Core i7 4700MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 3700 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Average Score: 86.5% - good

Average of 2 scores (from 3 reviews)

 

Reviews

Last year's gaming powerhouse gets Haswell
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version
The MSI GT70 Dragon Edition took almost everything we threw at it, chewed it up and came back for more. It stands as a solid example of a hardware refresh done right, keeping everything that made the original great while still tossing in enough improvements to keep buyers interested. For the most part, its faults include a few things MSI didn't fix from the previous version: a stellar screen that suffers from poor viewing angles and a loud fan.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/01/2013
80% MSI GT70 Review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
MSI has unleashed a gorgeous ogre of a laptop on the unsuspecting masses. The GT70 combines a show-stopping chassis with the latest technology from Intel and Nvidia, resulting in the best performance we've seen from a gaming notebook. The glare-free display and solid audio quality only further sweeten the pie. Yes, this comes at a cost -- the GT70's $2,799 price tag will leave many gamers out in the cold.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/01/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

93% Kampfmaschine mit Intel Core i7-4930MX & Nvidia Geforce GTX 780M
Source: Notebookinfo German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/02/2013
Rating: Total score: 93% performance: 100% display: 85% mobility: 75% ergonomy: 95% emissions: 78%

 

MSI GT70-2OD Dragon Edition 2

Specifications

MSI GT70-2OD Dragon Edition 2Notebook: MSI GT70-2OD Dragon Edition 2
Processor: Intel Core i7 4930MX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 4000 euro
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section
 GT70-2OD Dragon Edition 2 (Model)

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Average Score: 75% - good

Average of 2 scores (from 3 reviews)

 

Reviews

70% MSI GT70 (Extreme Edition, Core i7-4930MX) Review and Ratings
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
With brand-new, top-of-the-line Intel and Nvidia components, as well as a triple-SSD boot drive, the Extreme Edition of MSI's GT70 is one seriously scorching performer for games and work alike. Note, though, that lesser models of the GT70 offer the same graphics muscle for much less money.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/02/2013
Rating: Total score: 70%

Foreign Reviews

80% MSI GT70
Source: Benchmark.pl Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 07/31/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 100% display: 90% mobility: 43% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 100% emissions: 70%
Laptopy MSI dla graczy: GT70 Dragon Edition 2, GX70, GS70 Stealth oraz GE70
Source: PC Lab.pl Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Very good performance; weight and dimensions; quality of materials. Negative: Hot under load; short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/25/2014

 

MSI GT70-2OD-039US

Specifications

MSI GT70-2OD-039USNotebook: MSI GT70-2OD-039US
Processor: Intel Core i7 4700MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 3300 euro
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section

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Average Score: 89% - very good

Average of 1 scores (from 3 reviews)

 

Reviews

89% MSI GT70 Dragon Edition Gaming Laptop Review
Source: Tweaktown English Archive.org version
We've gone over the hard numbers of the MSI GT70 and seen some interesting results. But as with everything, it's not all about the hard figures. Over the review, I've found that there's a lot to love about the MSI GT70 Dragon Edition 2. But also, there's some stuff that's not so great. In the end, the GT70 should probably on your list of potentials, though you might stray away from the Dragon Edition unless you want something especially special. At $3,199, the Dragon Edition 2 is a bit overpriced for what you get, but it does offer top-notch performance and a unique dragon motif.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/16/2013
Rating: Total score: 89% price: 82% performance: 94% features: 90% workmanship: 89%
Haswell and the GTX 780M
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
Each time I've tested this chassis from MSI I've been a little less enamored with it. Finding a good gaming notebook isn't a trivial thing and there's a lot of room for innovation and improvement in this market segment, but it seems like only Alienware, Razer, and maybe ASUS are actually trying (although Toshiba's next-gen Qosmio is a pretty attractive alternative as well).
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/18/2013
MSI GT70 Dragon Edition 2 first play: pictures and hands-on
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
Gaming laptops don't come meatier than the MSI GT70 - and we mean the physical bulk as well as the behind-the-scenes power - as the 17.3-inch Dragon Edition 2 goes to show. Pocket-lint got our hands-on the 2013 edition of the specialised series ahead of its announcement to try our mettle at Crysis 3 with settings pushed up to the max.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 06/03/2013

 

MSI GT70 20D-077NE

Specifications

MSI GT70 20D-077NENotebook: MSI GT70 20D-077NE
Processor: Intel Core i7 4930MX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% MSI GT70 20D
Source: Good Gear Guide English Archive.org version
MSI's GT70 20D offers a high-end computing experience that's perfect if you're a gamer, or simply someone who wants as much speed as possible in a notebook computer. You pay a lot for the fast performance that this notebook can supply, but that's because you get the current fastest CPU, graphics, and storage components, in addition to a Full HD screen and better-than-usual audio.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/20/2013
Rating: Total score: 80%

Foreign Reviews

MSI GT70 med Core i7-4930XM "Haswell" och Geforce GTX 780M
Source: SweClockers SV→EN Archive.org version
Positive: CPU and graphics performance; good SSD performance, high-capacity; good keyboard with backlight; relatively cool; plenty of connections. Negative: High price; extremely high noise levels; mediocre build quality for rate; poor viewing angles.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/01/2013

 

MSI GT70-2OC-3OC

Specifications

MSI GT70-2OC-3OCNotebook: MSI GT70-2OC-3OC
Processor: Intel Core i7 4930MX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780M
Display: 17.00 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 4kg
Links: MSI homepage
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Foreign Reviews

Recenze: MSI GT70 2OC/3OC - brutální výkon GeForce GTX 780M
Source: Notebook.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Extreme performance; good emission; quality display. Negative: Noisy cooling system; touchpad.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/04/2013

 

MSI GT70-0NE-1027XPL

Specifications

MSI GT70-0NE-1027XPLNotebook: MSI GT70-0NE-1027XPL
Processor: Intel Core i7 3630QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.7kg
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section

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Average Score: 80% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

80% MSI GT70 0NE-1027XPL
Source: Benchmark.pl Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/06/2013
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 80% display: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 100%

 

MSI GT70 2OC-065US

Gaming notebooks are all the rage, and MSI has come out with one particular device to outdo them all. A notebook features a matte 17 inch screen and matrix display options allowing up to four different displays at once for maximum multi-tasking during gameplay. In view of such a large screen, we expect the hardware to be more than capable of handling the amount of data. It comprises a 4th generation Intel Core i7 processor in combination with a powerful Nvidia GeForce GTX 770M graphic cards, which can be further accelerated with Nvidia GPU Boost 2.0.

However, due to the hardware, the laptop is bulky with a height of 2.88 cm and a weight of 3.75 kg. So lugging it around will take some effort. Gaming usually means that a lot of heat is produced. The laptop has a single fan with Cooler Boost 2 technology, which is supposed to provide 15% more cooling power than normal fans and works more silently. For online gaming enthusiasts, there is the Killer DoubleShot connectivity feature that combines Ethernet and Wifi for superlative Internet data flow with the ability to handle several data streams at one time. Other gamer centric features include a keyboard by SteelSeries with backlight and speakers by Dynaudio with integrated subwoofers and Audio Boost options to please even the most demanding of players.

Specifications

MSI GT70 2OC-065USNotebook: MSI GT70 2OC-065US
Processor: Intel Core i7 4700MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770M 3072 MB
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.75kg
Price: 1499 euro
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section

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Average Score: 90% - very good

Average of 2 scores (from 4 reviews)

 

Reviews

84% Review Update MSI GT70 2OC-065US Notebook | Notebookcheck
MSI Power. The extensive GT family includes some of the most powerful notebooks out there with plenty of configuration options. We take a closer look at the performance of the US model in our GT70 update review.
90% MSI GT70 2OC Gaming Notebook
Source: Kitguru English Archive.org version
The MSI GT70 2OC Gaming Notebook is very capable, especially when it comes to powering the latest Direct X 11 titles. MSI have paired a powerful 8 thread Intel i7 processor with the Nvidia GTX770M graphics card. This combination delivers smooth, consistent frame rates, even when enabling high image quality settings in demanding titles such as Batman Arkham Origins, and Battlefield 4.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/04/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% MSI GT70 2OC Gaming Notebook
Source: Kitguru English Archive.org version
The MSI GT70 2OC Gaming Notebook is very capable, especially when it comes to powering the latest Direct X 11 titles. MSI have paired a powerful 8 thread Intel i7 processor with the Nvidia GTX770M graphics card. This combination delivers smooth, consistent frame rates, even when enabling high image quality settings in demanding titles such as Batman Arkham Origins, and Battlefield 4.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/04/2013
Rating: Total score: 90%

Foreign Reviews

MSI GT70 2OC – безжалостный «кибер-гладиатор»
Source: Notebook-Center.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful performance; quality build; stylish design; comfortable keyboard; set of communication; efficient cooling system.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/16/2014
MSI GT70 2OC – безжалостный «кибер-гладиатор»
Source: Notebook-Center.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful performance; quality build; stylish design; comfortable keyboard; set of communication; efficient cooling system.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/16/2014

 

MSI GT70 2OD-679UK

Specifications

MSI GT70 2OD-679UKNotebook: MSI GT70 2OD-679UK
Processor: Intel Core i7 4930MX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 3700 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Average Score: 100% - very good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

100% 不服跑个分!微星红龙限量版GT70悍本评测
Source: PC Online.com.cn zh-CN→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/30/2013
Rating: Total score: 100%

 

MSI GT70-2PE16SR231B

Specifications

MSI GT70-2PE16SR231BNotebook: MSI GT70-2PE16SR231B
Processor: Intel Core i7 4800MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 2500 euro
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section
 GT70-2PE16SR231B (Model)

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Average Score: 89% - very good

Average of 2 scores (from 4 reviews)

 

Reviews

MSI GT70
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
Ultimately, what MSI does well with the GT70 is they give you a high performance gaming notebook (or mobile workstation) platform that can be customized in a variety of ways, and the price is generally comparable or somewhat lower than what you’ll pay for equivalent offerings from Clevo resellers – not to mention the ASUS G750JZ and Alienware 17 alternatives.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/16/2014
84% MSI GT70 2PE Dominator Pro Review
Source: T Break English Archive.org version
For the price of $2779, the MSI GT70 2PE Dominator Pro doesn’t come cheap. But for its price it comes maxed out with the best possible specifications and features you will need from a gaming notebook. Last year’s GT70 was my favorite gaming notebook and this year’s updated MSI GT70 2PE Dominator Pro still remains one of the best. It’s not just a gaming notebook, it’s a behemoth machine that will make gamers and geeks full with glee when they use it.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/31/2014
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 75% performance: 90% features: 90% workmanship: 80%
MSI GT70 Dominator
Source: Hardwareheaven English Archive.org version
Starting with the build quality and design of the GT70 Dominator MSI have delivered a system which scores well on the former and reasonably well on the latter. It certainly feels solid to hold and there were no defects on our sample. The screen is lovely with great viewing angles, the keyboard is solid, one of the best on a laptop, as has been the case with MSI systems for a while and there are nice touches around the system like the gold plated audio connectors or high quality components used.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 03/12/2014

Foreign Reviews

94% MSI Dominator Pro GT70-2PE16SR231B
Source: PC Games Hardware - Heft 11/2014 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 10/01/2014
Rating: Total score: 94%

 

MSI GT70-2PC-1282UK

Specifications

MSI GT70-2PC-1282UKNotebook: MSI GT70-2PC-1282UK
Processor: Intel Core i7 4800MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 870M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 1600 euro
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section

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Average Score: 85% - good

Average of 4 scores (from 4 reviews)

 

Reviews

80% MSI GT70 2PC Dominator
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
The MSI GT70 2PC Dominator has all the right ingredients for a top-flight gaming PC, with the latest Intel and Nvidia hardware, a Blu-ray drive, and finer touches, like a customizable backlit keyboard and built-in subwoofer. While we would like to see better touchpad support for Windows 8 gestures, it's a small complaint on such a potent gaming system. In terms of performance alone, the MSI GT70 2PC Dominator is well ahead of the Asus G75VW-DH72, and easily replaces it as our Editors' Choice for midrange gaming laptops. If you want even more performance horsepower, you'll need to pay for it, leaving midrange gaming rigs behind and opting for premium systems like the Origin EON17-SLX (2014), which put up better benchmark scores but costs $1,300 more.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 05/05/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% MSI GT70 2PC Dominator review: first gaming laptop with a brand-new GeForce GTX 870M graphics chip
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The MSI is exceedingly quick, it's got a good screen, and its ergonomics and speakers are all impressive. But it has a huge, flashy design and it lacks any battery longevity. Those are issues that aren't always tackled by the MSI's rivals, though, and the GT70 is faster and cheaper – the top specification versions of both Alienware machines is several hundred pounds higher. That makes the GT70 one of the best value gaming notebooks on the market.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/14/2014
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 90% workmanship: 90%
80% A monster gaming laptop with a factory-fresh GPU
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The GT70 is the fastest gaming laptop we've ever seen but, despite its speed, it's no pricier than the competition: its £1,299 price is in the same ballpark as the Asus, it's barely more than the slimline GS70, and it's cheaper than the Gigabyte and Toshiba laptops. None of the MSI's rivals address all of the minor issues that affect the GT70, and all of them are slower. If you need a brutish gaming machine and you're more concerned with benchmarks than batteries, then this is the best gaming notebook on the market.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/12/2014
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% features: 90% workmanship: 80%
90% MSI GT70 2PC Dominator review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The MSI GT70 is a traditional gaming laptop, so it’s got the usual range of strengths and weaknesses: incredible gaming power, a strong processor, and loud design that’s designed to attract attention. The screen and speakers are good, and the keyboard is also impressive, but the MSI is hampered by its sheer size, loud fan and poor battery life. Neither of the MSI’s rivals solved all of these problems, though, and the GT70 stands tall over the Alienware 14 and Asus G750JX in two key areas: it’s much quicker in games, and it’s better value than both, with the Alienware’s top models proving more expensive and the Asus costing a similar amount for poorer performance.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/12/2014
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 90% performance: 100% features: 90% display: 80% mobility: 60% workmanship: 80% emissions: 60%

 

MSI GT70 2PE-1051FR Dominator Pro

Gamers are sure to be delighted with the release of the MSI GT70 2PE-1051FR Dominator Pro. It utilizes the best graphics chip for laptops out in the market today, the Nvidia GTX 880M. And if that is not enough, with 8 GB RAM paired and Intel Core i7 processor with a turbo clock of up to 3.7 GHz, the MSI Dominator Pro is the definition of a graphical monster. It goes without saying that this mammoth will play all high-end games with the highest setting with ease.

Having great graphics alone will not be enough if the screen is not on par. Fortunately, the MSI Dominator Pro has a 17.3 inch display, which is wide enough to enjoy games to its fullest. Thanks to its resolution of 1920 by 1080 pixels, it can display videos and pictures in the best FullHD quality. To top it off, the laptop also comes with a Blu-ray drive. Like other gaming laptops, the main issue is battery life and unfortunately the MSI Dominator Pro is no exception. Housing such powerful hardware under the hood, it is more feasible to keep the laptop connected to a power supply. So, it is not the best choice for a portable device.

For a gaming laptop, bulkiness and short battery life are to be expected. With such high-end graphics, the MSI Dominator Pro will, without a shadow of a doubt, give you the best gaming experience.

Specifications

MSI GT70 2PE-1051FR Dominator ProNotebook: MSI GT70 2PE-1051FR Dominator Pro
Processor: Intel Core i7 4800MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section

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Average Score: 91% - very good

Average of 2 scores (from 7 reviews)

 

Reviews

MSI GT70 2PE Dominator Pro Gaming Notebook Review: Appropriately named
Source: PC Perspective English Archive.org version
If you can come to grips with that, and as long as you don’t mind those other quibbles we mentioned, there’s really nothing stopping the MSI GT70 2PE from being your next favorite gaming companion. It retains all of the strengths of the GT60 model we reviewed last year, but with even more power and a truly ridiculous SSD RAID storage configuration. In short, it’s one of the fastest mobile gaming solutions you’re going to find—and it’s just $2,699.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/20/2014

Foreign Reviews

Review: MSI GT70 2PE Dominator Pro
Source: Hispazone Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful performance; good display; good connectivity; decent battery life; good cooling system. Negative: Big and heavy.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/14/2014
90% MSI GT70 Dominator Pro: Recensione
Source: Techstation.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/08/2014
Rating: Total score: 90%
Test lecteur : Msi Gt70 2Pe-1051Fr Dominator Pro
Source: Portables4Gamers French FR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good performance; good speaker; good backlit keyboard; perfect design. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/05/2014
MSI GT70 Dominator Pro – test Kompromisy – OFF, moc – ON
Source: PC Lab.pl Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent performance; robust case; efficient cooling system; good keyboard; SSD; good speakers; good connectivity. Negative: Big and heavy; noisy cooling system; expensive.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/01/2014
Обзор ноутбука MSI GT70 2PE Dominator Pro: Доминатор из Доминаторов
Source: 3DNews.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Perfect performance; beautiful metal cover. Negative: TN-matrix display; auto-lock touchpad.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/24/2014
92% MSI GT70 2PE Dominator Pro teszt
Source: Laptopkalauz HU→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/16/2014
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 90% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 80% emissions: 90%

 

MSI GT70 2PE-890US

Specifications

MSI GT70 2PE-890USNotebook: MSI GT70 2PE-890US
Processor: Intel Core i7 4800MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880M 8192 MB
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.786kg
Price: 1849 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Reviews

86% Review MSI GT70 2PE-890US Gaming Notebook | Notebookcheck
Growling Dragon. MSI refreshes its GT70 series by adding on the new Nvidia GeForce GTX 880M. The graphics card works together with a quad-core CPU from Intel to deliver monstrous performance. The cooling is excellent and even offers the user the option to overclock the hardware. However, as is to be expected, this "dragon" is very loud. Find out more in our in-depth review.

 

MSI GT70-20Li716121B

Specifications

MSI GT70-20Li716121BNotebook: MSI GT70-20Li716121B
Processor: Intel Core i7 4800MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA Quadro K4100M 4096 MB
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 3000 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Reviews

85% MSI GT70-20Li716121B Workstation Review | Notebookcheck
Underdog. Mobile workstations do not always have to come from established manufacturers. MSI now offers solutions in this sector in the second generation, and its 17-inch GT70 catches attention with a high-performance configuration. We extensively tested whether that suffices for a permanent place in the professional field.

 

MSI GT70 Dominator-893

Specifications

MSI GT70 Dominator-893Notebook: MSI GT70 Dominator-893
Processor: Intel Core i7 4800MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 870M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 1400 euro
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section
 GT70 Dominator-893 (Model)

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Average Score: 86.5% - good

Average of 2 scores (from 2 reviews)

 

Reviews

93% MSI GT70 Dominator 2PC Review: Bigger is Better
Source: Notebookreview.com English Archive.org version
The MSI GT70 Dominator delivers on almost every single front and manages to do so with a reasonable price tag. The powerful processor, ample RAM supply and NVidia’s new 870M GPU provides excellent performance perfect for both power users and playing games. The display’s color accuracy isn’t perfect, but the panel still offers a top-notch viewing experience with vibrant contrast and high brightness. The keyboard affords crisp responsive controls and users can easily customize their layouts and macros with the paired SteelSeries Engine.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/30/2014
Rating: Total score: 93%
80% MSI GT70 Dominator-893
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
It's all too easy to spend $3,000 or $4,000 on a top-flight gaming laptop like the Origin EON17-SLX or Alienware 18$3,549.00 at Dell. Capping your budget at $2,000 obliges you to sacrifice some bling or frame-rate bragging rights, but you can still get a formidable system. And the MSI GT70 Dominator-893 is an impressive performer all around.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/29/2014
Rating: Total score: 80%

 

MSI GT70 2PE-1862UK

Specifications

MSI GT70 2PE-1862UKNotebook: MSI GT70 2PE-1862UK
Processor: Intel Core i7 4810MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Price: 2100 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Reviews

MSI GT70 2PE
Source: Hardware Secrets English Archive.org version
The MSI GT70 2PE Dominator Pro is a laptop for the gamer enthusiast who wants an extreme mobile gamer hardware. All of its components are top-shelf parts, and its configuration with three SSDs in RAID 0 is unique. The only of the GT70 2PE Dominator Pro is its mobility. If you want a good gamer laptop and want it to be slim and light, the MSI GS70 Stealth is a better choice.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/25/2014

 

MSI GT70 2PE-1200NL

Specifications

MSI GT70 2PE-1200NLNotebook: MSI GT70 2PE-1200NL
Processor: Intel Core i7 4940MX
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Links: MSI homepage
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Foreign Reviews

MSI GT70 2PE Dominator Pro – портал в игровую реальность
Source: Notebook-Center.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Good autonomy; extremely powerful hardware; excellent display; good sound system.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/25/2014

 

MSI GT70 2PE-2089RU

Specifications

MSI GT70 2PE-2089RUNotebook: MSI GT70 2PE-2089RU
Processor: Intel Core i7 4710MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.8kg
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section

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Foreign Reviews

Msi GtT72 2PE Dominator Pro – Оружие Превосходства
Source: Notebook-Center.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Durable materials and superior build quality; high-quality and large display; excellent speakers; ergonomic keyboard.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/03/2014

 

MSI GT70-2QD16SR21

Specifications

MSI GT70-2QD16SR21Notebook: MSI GT70-2QD16SR21
Processor: Intel Core i7 4710MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M 3072 MB
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1020 pixels
Weight: 3.79kg
Price: 1600 euro
Links: MSI homepage
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Reviews

86% MSI GT70 (GTX 970M) Notebook Review | Notebookcheck
Gigantic with drawbacks. As expected from MSI's GT lineup, we meet uncompromising readiness to perform. The update of the GT70 is faster and in some cases even cheaper. However, the weaknesses found in the old tests, unfortunately, have not been eliminated.

 

MSI GT70 2PE-2275XES

Even from a distance one can immediately spot an MSI gaming laptop and the MSI GT70 2PE-2275XES follows this trend with aggressive edges, lines and lighting. The overall design is edgy and inspired by a fighter jet. The simple lid sports a black brushed metal finish with the all the usual MSI branding. The chassis is solid and the interior is highlighted with yellow lighting, red pinstripes and the ever popular SteelSeries chiclet-style keyboard. The Windows 8.1 system comes with an Intel Core i7 4800MQ processor, up to 32 GB RAM, a powerful Nvidia GeForce GTX 880M GPU and internal storage consisting of up to 384 GB Super RAID 2 + 750 GB HDD 7200 rpm. The 17.3 inch anti-glare panel features Full HD resolution and produces good clarity and contrast. Audio quality is equally impressive with sound by Dynaudio and a subwoofer. Other features include an optical drive, an HD webcam, Bluetooth 4.0, two USB 2.0 ports, three USB 3.0 ports, an HDMI out and a Mini-DisplayPort. The MSI GT70 2PE-2275XES weighs in at 3.9 kg and features a gigantic 9-cell Li-Ion battery to aid with mobility.

Specifications

MSI GT70 2PE-2275XESNotebook: MSI GT70 2PE-2275XES
Processor: Intel Core i7 4800MQ
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 870M
Display: 17.00 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section

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Average Score: 85% - good

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

85% MSI GT70 2PC Dominator • La potenza a tua disposizione
Source: Techzilla.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/06/2015
Rating: Total score: 85% price: 78% performance: 92% display: 90% mobility: 75% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 80%

 

MSI GT70 0NC-027NL

Specifications

MSI GT70 0NC-027NLNotebook: MSI GT70 0NC-027NL
Processor: Intel Core i7 3610QM
Graphics Adapter: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M
Display: 17.30 inch, 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixels
Weight: 3.9kg
Links: MSI homepage
 MSI notebook section

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Average Score: 40% - bad

Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)

 

Foreign Reviews

40% MSI Gaming Series GT70 0NC-027NL - Reviews
Source: Tweakers Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/07/2016
Rating: Total score: 40%

 

Comment

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.


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

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670M: Renamed GeForce GTX 570M with slightly higher core clock speeds

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675M:

An upcoming high-end graphics card for large notebooks expected to launch with Ivy Bridge processors in the first half of 2012

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M: High-End graphics card of the GeForce GTX 600M series, based on the 28nm Kepler architecture (GK104) that is manufactured in 28nm.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 675MX:

GK104 Kepler-based graphics card and successor to the Fermi-based GeForce GTX 675M.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 680M SLI: High-end SLI-setup of two GeForce GTX 680M, based on the Kepler-architecture and manufactured in 28nm.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780M: High-end graphics card of the GeForce 700M series based on the Kepler architecture.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770M: Upcoming high-end graphics card for laptops and part of the 700M series.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880M: High-end graphics card from the GeForce GTX 800M series.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 870M: High-end graphics card from the GeForce GTX 800M series.

NVIDIA Quadro K4100M:

High-end workstation graphics card based on the GK104 Kepler architecture with 1152 shaders and a 256-Bit wide memory bus.

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M:

Second fastest high-end graphics card based on the Maxwell GM204 chip from the GeForce GTX 900M series.

» 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.  

3610QM:

An Ivy Bridge-based quad-core processor clocked at 2.3 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 3.3 GHz. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 4000 GPU running at 650-1100 MHz on a dual channel DDR3 memory controller.

3630QM: An Ivy Bridge-based quad-core processor clocked at 2.4 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 3.4 GHz. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 4000 GPU and a dual channel DDR3 memory controller.

4700MQ: 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.

4930MX: Mobile quad-core processor based on the Haswell architecture. Fastest CPU in Q2/2013 with an unlocked multiplier.

4800MQ: Haswell-based quad-core processor clocked at 2.7 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 3.7 GHz. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 4600 GPU and a dual channel DDR3 memory controller.

4810MQ: Haswell-based quad-core processor clocked at 2.8 GHz with Turbo Boost support. Offers an integrated HD Graphics 4600 GPU and a dual channel DDR3 memory controller.

4940MX: Mobile quad-core processor based on the Haswell architecture. Fastest CPU in Q1/2014 with an unlocked multiplier.

4710MQ: Haswell-based quad-core processor clocked at 2.5 GHz with Turbo Boost support up to 3.5 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.


17.00: 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.


3.7 kg:

A laptop with this weight is comparatively heavy and less designed for mobility than for use at the desk. Therefore, the devices tend to shine less with battery life than with a large screen and higher performance.

4 kg:


83.38%: 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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GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q, Comet Lake i7-10710U, 15.60", 1.65 kg
MSI Creator 15 A10UG
GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU, Comet Lake i7-10875H, 15.60", 2.1 kg
MSI Summit E15 A11SCST
GeForce GTX 1650 Ti Max-Q, Tiger Lake i7-1185G7, 15.60", 1.824 kg
MSI Modern 15 A11SB-039RU
GeForce MX450, Tiger Lake i7-1165G7, 15.60", 1.6 kg
MSI Modern 14 B10RBSW-064XES
GeForce MX350, Comet Lake i7-10510U, 14.00", 1.3 kg
MSI Alpha 15 A3DC-250XES
Radeon RX 5300M, Picasso (Ryzen 3000 APU) R5 3550H, 15.60", 0 kg
MSI Modern 14 B10RBSW-063XES
UHD Graphics 620, Comet Lake i7-10510U, 14.00", 0 kg
MSI Modern 14 A10RAS-870XES
GeForce MX330, Comet Lake i7-10510U, 14.00", 1.2 kg
MSI Modern 15 A10RAS-089XES
GeForce MX330, Comet Lake i5-10210U, 15.60", 1.6 kg
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GeForce MX330, Comet Lake i7-10510U, 14.00", 1.2 kg
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