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MSI GT73VR 7RF-296

Specifications

MSI GT73VR 7RF-296
MSI GT73VR 7RF-296 (GT73 Series)
Processor
Intel Core i7-7820HK 4 x 2.9 - 3.9 GHz @ 4 GHz, Kaby Lake
Graphics adapter
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Mobile - 8 GB VRAM, Core: 1582 MHz, Memory: 2500 MHz, GDDR5X, ForceWare 375.63, manual switch to Intel HD Graphics 630 (restart required)
Memory
32 GB 
, 2x 16 GB DDR4-2400, Dual-Channel, 2/4 slots free, up to 64 GB
Display
17.30 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel 127 PPI, N173HHE-G32 (CMN1747), TN LED, Full HD, G-Sync, 120 Hz, glossy: no
Mainboard
Intel CM238
Storage
2x Samsung SM951 MZVPV256HDGL (RAID 0), 512 GB 
, SSDs + HGST Travelstar 7K1000 HTS721010A9E630, 1 TB HDD @ 7200 rpm. Slots: 3x m.2 Type 2280 (two of them 2x PCIe/NVMe) & 1x 2.5"
Soundcard
Realtek ALC899 @ High Definition Audio-Controller
Connections
5 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 Thunderbolt, 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: Headphones, Microphone, Line-in, Line-out (7.1 analog, S/PDIF), Card Reader: SD,SDHC,SDXC
Networking
Killer E2500 Gigabit Ethernet Controller (10/100/1000MBit/s), Killer Wireless-n/a/ac 1535 Wireless Network Adapter (b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.1
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 49 x 428 x 287 ( = 1.93 x 16.85 x 11.3 in)
Battery
75.2 Wh, 5225 mAh Lithium-Ion, 8 cells
Operating System
Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64 Bit
Camera
Webcam: FHD (1080p @ 30 fps)
Additional features
Speakers: 2.1 Dynaudio (Nahimic Audio Enhancer), Keyboard: Chiclet by SteelSeries, Keyboard Light: yes, Power adapter: 330 Watts, Accessories: Quick-start guide, warranty manual, recovery guide, Software: Magix Suite, Killer Performance Suite, MS Office 365 Trial, Norton Security Trial, XSplit Gamecaster 1-year Premium, several manufacturer tools, 24 Months Warranty
Weight
4.11 kg ( = 144.98 oz / 9.06 pounds), Power Supply: 1.254 kg ( = 44.23 oz / 2.76 pounds)
Price
3500 EUR

 

Pricecompare

Average Score: 83.63% - good
Average of 4 scores (from 5 reviews)
price: - %, performance: 94%, features: 66%, display: 87% mobility: 49%, workmanship: 88%, ergonomy: 84%, emissions: 77%

Reviews for the MSI GT73VR 7RF-296

86.5% MSI GT73VR 7RF Titan Pro Notebook Review | Notebookcheck
Kaby Lake upgrade. MSI equips its most powerful 17-inch notebook, the GT73VR, with the brand-new CPU generation from Intel. The Core i7-6820HK is replaced by its direct successor, the Core i7-7820HK. Our review update will find out how that changes the performance, emissions, and the power consumption.
80% MSI GT73VR 7RF gaming laptop review: Ludicrous performance at a ludicrous price
Source: Tech2 English Archive.org version
The MSI GT73VR 7RF Titan Pro is the best gaming laptop we’ve ever tested bar none. It’s performance is exceptional and it’s really well-built.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/15/2017
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 95% display: 85% mobility: 20% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 85%

Foreign Reviews

Üppig ausgestattetes High-End-Notebook mit GeForce GTX 1080 und Core i7-7820HK
Source: HardwareLuxx German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/18/2017
Kaby-Lake-Upgrade für das Gaming-Notebook
Source: Gameswelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 01/27/2017
78% Review Del Portátil MSI GT73VR 7RF Titan Pro
Source: Newesc Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/31/2017
Rating: Total score: 78% performance: 88% display: 93% mobility: 69% workmanship: 93%
90% MSI GT73VR 7RF Titan Pro İncelemesi
Source: Chip Online TR TR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/20/2017
Rating: Total score: 90%

Comment

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Mobile: Pascal based laptop graphics card using GDDR5 graphics memory. Should offer a similar performance to the deskto GTX 1080. However, there is also a more power efficient "Max-Q" version that performs worse than the normal GTX1080 and is used in thin and light laptops.

With these GPUs you are able to play modern and demanding games fluently at medium detail settings and HD resolution.

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


i7-7820HK: Quad-core notebook processor based on the Kaby Lake architecture running at 2.9 - 3.9 GHz. It is the second fastest model of the consumer H-series in the beginning of 2017. The chip also integrates the HD Graphics 630 GPU clocked at 350 - 1100 MHz and is manufactured in a 14 nm process (improved compared to Skylake). Compared to the Core i7-7820HQ, the 7820HK lacks business features like vPro or TXT support.» 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.


4.11 kg:

A laptop in this weight range is a heavyweight that you rarely carry around. This is meant for desktops and the devices tend to score with a large display and high performance and replace desktop devices.


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.


83.63%: 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, 2017-02-15 (Update: 2017-02-15)