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MSI GL73 8RD-099XES

Specifications

MSI GL73 8RD-099XES
MSI GL73 8RD-099XES (GL73 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i7-8750H 6 x 2.2 - 4.1 GHz, Coffee Lake-H
Memory
16 GB 
Display
17.30 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel 127 PPI, glossy: no
Storage
256 GB SSD + 1 TB HDD
Connections
4 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, Card Reader: SD
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.0
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 33 x 419 x 287 ( = 1.3 x 16.5 x 11.3 in)
Operating System
FreeDos
Additional features
Keyboard Light: yes
Weight
2.7 kg ( = 95.24 oz / 5.95 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 92% - very good
Average of 1 scores (from 1 reviews)
price: - %, performance: - %, features: 100%, display: - % mobility: 70%, workmanship: 100%, ergonomy: - %, emissions: - %

Reviews for the MSI GL73 8RD-099XES

92% ▷[Análisis] MSI GL73 8RD-099XES, un portátil Core i7 de 17.3'' perfecto para jugadores exigentes
Source: Mi Mundo Gadget Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/18/2019
Rating: Total score: 92% features: 100% mobility: 70% workmanship: 100%

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti Mobile: Mainstream graphics card based on Nvidia's Pascal architecture and successor to the GeForce GTX 965M. Is manufactured in a 14nm process at Samsung and the technical specifications are very similar to the desktop version.

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.


i7-8750H: On Coffee Lake architecture based processor for big and heavy laptops. Integrates six processor cores clocked at 2.2 - 4.1 GHz (4 GHz with 4 cores, 3.9 GHz with 6 cores) that support HyperThreading. Manufactured in an improved 14nm process (14nm++). » 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.


2.7 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.


92%: There are not very many models that are rated better. Most of the assessments are in percentage ranges below that. The tested product is not considered perfect, but the sources give a clear purchase recommendation.


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

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2019-06- 7 (Update: 2019-06- 7)