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MSI Megabook GX720

Specifications

MSI Megabook GX720
MSI Megabook GX720 (Megabook G Series)
Graphics adapter
Display
17.10 inch 16:10, 1680 x 1050 pixel, glossy: yes
Weight
3.4 kg ( = 119.93 oz / 7.5 pounds), Power Supply: 0 g ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
1200 Euro

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 80.82% - good
Average of 11 scores (from 12 reviews)
price: 80%, performance: 79%, features: 84%, display: 60% mobility: 60%, workmanship: - %, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the MSI Megabook GX720

70% MSI GX720 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
The MSI GX720 isn't about to compete with true high-end machines, but as a stylish desktop replacement, it's more than appealing. The only real downside is the keyboard, which detracts from an otherwise highly usable laptop.
3.5 von 5, Leistung gut, Display gut
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 01/06/2009
Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 80% display: 80%
90% MSI GX720 & MSI GT735
Source: Inside HW English Archive.org version

If we consider gaming performances, the winner is decided by nuances and better optimization for one or other graphics card. That means, that in some games better frame rate will have GX720 and in some GT735. Processor overclock sounds like great possibility but it results with little improvements in games because bottle neck is actually graphics cards. What model you will choose depends on your budget, but one thing is for sure: you will get very quality notebook with enviably performances as in games as in all other segments.


sehr gut, Leistung sehr gut
Comparison, online available, Long, Date: 12/17/2008
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 90%
80% MSI GX720
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
Since MSI's netbook is called the Wind, I thought that the company might launch a gaming laptop called the Hurricane. Though it's not actually called that, the MSI GX720 ($1,800 street) looks as if it were ready to take the gaming market by storm. There are far better gaming laptops in the market, but the GX720 is priced well below them and has a copious blend of media center features.
4 von 5, Preis gut, Leistung sehr gut, Mobilität gut
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/20/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 90% mobility: 80%
70% MSI GX720
Source: Computer Shopper English Archive.org version
The MSI GX720 is a reasonably priced ($1,799) midlevel gaming notebook with some cool features, including one-touch overclocking, power-management switches, and a robust audio system.Although it did a decent job of handling our DX9 gaming tests, however, its DX10 performance was disappointing. With its slick red and brushed-black metal finish, the MSI GX720 has the look that gamers crave, but hard-core enthusiasts may find its 3D performance lacking.

7 von 10, Leistung mäßig, Mobilität schlecht, Display schlecht
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 09/22/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 60% display: 40% mobility: 40%
70% MSI GX720
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
While its Turbo and Eco modes may be a bit overstated, the MSI GX720 is a very solid, value-price gaming notebook. Although it’s undercut by the Gateway P-7811 FX ($350 cheaper and with better graphics scores), the GX720 includes a Blu-ray drive for watching high-definition content—a plus for those who want to indulge in HD movies between gaming sessions.
3.5 von 5, Leistung gut
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 09/11/2008
Rating: Total score: 70% performance: 80%

Foreign Reviews

84% Notebook MSI GX720 im Test
Source: Magnus.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/13/2009
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 90%
94% Notebooks für Spieler
Source: PC Games Hardware - 3/09 German
Comparison, online available, Length Unknown, Date: 02/01/2009
Rating: Total score: 94% price: 70%
84% MSI GX720
Source: PC Go - 1/09 German
Single Review, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2009
Rating: Total score: 84% price: 90% performance: 80% features: 80%
87% Schick statt klobig
Source: PC Praxis - 1/09 German
Comparison, , Length Unknown, Date: 01/01/2009
Rating: Total score: 87% price: 70% performance: 90%
80% MSI Megabook GX720
Source: Magnus.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/22/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 50% features: 80%
80% Test MSI Megabook GX720
Source: Magnus.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/22/2008
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% features: 80%
Gaming-Notebook MSI GX720 im Test
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/12/2008
Rating: performance: 90% features: 95%

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce 9600M GT: Successor of the 8600M GT and because of the smaller 65nm production process the card is higher clocked (and therefore faster) with the same current consumption.Furthermore, it features an improved video processor (VP3) and HybridPower to save current (in conjunction with the 9100M G).

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.


Intel Core 2 Duo: This is the Core Duo and Core Solo successor with a longer pipeline and 5-20% more speed without more power consumption. As an addition to the Core Duo design there exists a fourth decoder, an amplified SSE-unit and an additional arithmetical logical unit (ALU).

The Core 2 Duo for laptops is identical to the desktop Core 2 Duo processors but the notebook-processors work with lower voltages (0.95 to 1188 Volt) and a lower Frontside bus clock (1066 vs 667 MHz). The performance of equally clocked notebooks is 20-25% lower than Desktop PCs because of the lower Frontside bus clock and the slower hard disks.


P8400:

Middle class dual core CPU with a TDP of 25 Watt. For high end gamer the performance could be not sufficient (for class 1 graphic cards).

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


17.10": 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.


3.4 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.


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.


80.82%: 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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MSI Megabook GX720
MSI Megabook GX720
Stefan Hinum, 2008-10- 7 (Update: 2012-05-26)