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MSI - Raider 17" 240Hz Gaming Laptop QHD+ - Intel Core i9 13980HX with 32G Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 with 12G - 1T SSD - Dark Gray

Model: RAIDERGE7813438
SKU: 6563163
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  • Key Specs
    • Screen Type: IPS
    • Screen Size: 17 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
    • Refresh Rate: 240Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
    • Processor Model: Intel 13th Generation Core i9 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • CPU Base Clock Frequency: 2.2 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
    • System Memory (RAM): 32 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
    • Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x DisplayPort, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
    • 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
    • Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
  • General
    • Brand: MSI
    • Model Number: RAIDERGE7813438
    • Product Name: Raider 17" 240Hz Gaming Laptop QHD+ - Intel Core i9 13980HX with 32G Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 with 12G - 1T SSD
    • Color: Dark Gray
    • Year of Release: 2023
  • Display
    • Display Type: LCD
    • Screen Type: IPS
    • Screen Size: 17 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
    • Screen Resolution: 2560 x 1600 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
    • Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
    • Refresh Rate: 240Hz (The number of frames per second the device can produce natively without enhancement. Higher rates help produce smooth, seamless pictures.)
    • Color Gamut (NTSC): 100 percent
  • Processor
    • Processor Brand: Intel
    • Processor Model: Intel 13th Generation Core i9 (Your computer's processor is like its brain. Working in combination with system memory, the power of the processor determines the complexity of software you can run, how many programs you can have open at the same time, and how fast those programs will run. Most computers feature an AMD, Intel or Snapdragon processor.)
    • Processor Model Number: 13980HX
    • CPU Base Clock Frequency: 2.2 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The average rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks under normal operating conditions as asserted by the manufacturer.)
    • CPU Boost Clock Frequency: 5.6 gigahertz (Actual central processing unit (CPU) speed may vary by device configuration and design. The maximum rate at which the processor is able to execute tasks, typically only used for a short period of time as needed. This rate may temporarily boost the processor's performance, but may result in overheating, shutdown, or damage to equipment if sustained.)
    • Number of CPU Cores: 24-core (A core, or "brain" of a CPU, allows it to receive and execute instructions. Each core can work independently or together to perform parallel operations.)
  • Storage
    • Storage Type: SSD
    • Total Storage Capacity: 1000 gigabytes
    • Solid State Drive Capacity: 1000 gigabytes (The amount of data that can be stored on the device's solid state drive (SSD). SSD is a flash-based storage with faster speeds than a hard disk drive (HDD).)
    • Solid State Drive Interface: NVMe (Connects the solid state drive to the host system. PCI and SATA interfaces are the most common; PCI interfaces are typically faster, but SATA interfaces are compatible with a wider range of systems.)
  • Memory
    • System Memory (RAM): 32 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a computing device's short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the device can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, gaming or video editing requires more RAM for optimal performance.)
    • Type of Memory (RAM): DDR5 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
    • System Memory RAM Speed: 5600 megahertz (How fast the information-storing hardware operates. The faster the RAM, the faster memory can be transferred to other system components. Ultimately, faster RAM improves operational efficiency.)
  • Graphics
    • Graphics Type: Dedicated (Dedicated graphics uses a separate graphics card for processing video images. Because it does not use memory from the system's RAM, there is no extra burden on the CPU and graphics are processed more efficiently. Integrated graphics shares system RAM to process video images.)
    • GPU Brand: NVIDIA
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 (Often referred to as a "graphics processing unit" (GPU), this device is responsible for displaying image content and decoding/encoding video content in programs and games.)
    • GPU Video Memory (RAM): 12 gigabytes (Random-access memory (RAM) is a GPU’s, or graphics cards, short-term data storage, which allows active information to be accessed quickly. The size and type of RAM determines how efficiently the GPU can handle large amounts of information at one time. For example, larger amounts of RAM for gaming or video editing increases performance.)
    • GPU Video Memory Type (RAM): GDDR6 (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
  • Compatibility
    • Operating System: Windows 11 Home (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
  • Connectivity
    • Display Connector(s): 1 x HDMI 2.1, 2 x DisplayPort, 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (The number and type of connectors used to connect to an external display.)
    • Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
    • Number of DisplayPort Outputs (Total): 2
    • Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 1
    • Number of VGA Ports: 0 (VGA (Video Graphics Adapter or Video Graphics Array) is a display standard that transmits via analog signals. This type of interface is typically used to connect a computer to a display device such as a monitor, projector, or TV.)
    • USB Ports: 2 x USB-A 3.2, 2 x USB-C 3.2 (The number and type of USB ports the product has.)
    • Number of USB Ports (Total): 5
    • Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
    • Microphone Input: true (The device features an input for connecting an external microphone.)
    • Wireless Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • Wireless Standard: AX (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
    • Wireless Networking Standard: Wi-Fi 6E (The wireless networking standard used by the device. Each iteration of the standard developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance corresponds to an existing IEEE 802.11 protocol; for example, standard 802.11ac (or AC) is termed Wi-Fi 5. Refers specifically to the standard the device is designed to use, but ultimately determines product interoperability and backward compatibility including previous versions.)
    • Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
  • Power
    • Power Supply Maximum Wattage: 330 watts
    • Battery Cells: 4-cell
    • Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
  • Camera
    • Front-Facing Camera: true
    • Front Facing Camera Video Resolution: 1080p (Refers to the number of pixels, both horizontally and vertically, used by the camera facing the user to capture video. The higher the resolution the finer the video detail that can be seen.)
    • Built-In Microphone: true
  • Features
    • 2-in-1 Design: false (A laptop and a tablet combined in one lightweight, portable device. Sometimes referred to as "convertible" or "hybrid" laptops, these devices deliver the processing power and keyboard of a laptop. When you're ready to play, either detach the screen or fold your 2-in-1 into tablet mode to comfortably watch movies, play games, read an e-book and more.)
    • Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
    • Foldable Screen: false
    • Media Card Reader: true (A hardware device that allows for access to data on a memory card and enables the transfer of its files to a computer. These devices may have one or multiple slots for various types of memory cards, and may be integrated into the computer or available as an external device.)
    • Media Card Slot: Secure Digital
    • Audio Technology: Sound by Dynaudio
    • Speaker Type: 2x Speakers 2W, 4x 2W Duo Wave Woofer
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 1.13 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 14.97 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 11.73 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 6.83 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
    • EPEAT Qualified: false (The Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) was designed to provide an environmental assessment tool for purchasers. In order to qualify for EPEAT, a product must meet all 23 required criteria.)
  • Included
    • Optical Drive Type: None (An optical disk drive (ODD) uses a laser light to read data from or write data to an optical disc. These discs include CDs, DVDs, and Blu-ray Discs. This allows you to play music or watch movies using prerecorded discs.)
    • Numeric Keypad: true
    • Stylus Included: false
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
  • Other
    • UPC: 824142331781

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  • Windows 11 Home operating system: Windows 11 is the one place for it all. With a fresh feel and tools that make it easier to be efficient, it has what you need for whatever’s next.
  • 17" WQXGA display: 2560x1600 resolution provides a wide-screen graphic in 16:10 ratio to maintain vivid colors in movies, photos and videos.
  • Intel 13th Generation Core i9 13980HX processor: Blazing 24-core processing performance. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it, while increasing energy efficiency when you don't.
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 graphics: Backed by 12GB GDDR6 dedicated video memory for a fast, advanced GPU to fuel your games. NVIDIA Optimus technology optimizes the laptop for both graphics performance and battery life conservation.
  • 32GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth DDR5 RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
  • 1TB solid state drive (SSD): While offering less storage space than a hard drive, a flash-based SSD has no moving parts, resulting in faster start-up times and data access, no noise, and reduced heat production and power draw on the battery.
  • Weighs 6.83 lbs. and measures 1.13" thin: Ultraportable design, featuring a smaller screen size and omitting the DVD/CD drive to achieve the compact form factor. 4-cell lithium-ion battery.
  • HDMI output expands your viewing options: Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
  • Built-in FHD 1080p webcam with privacy shutter: Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends or teleconference with colleagues over Skype or other popular applications.
  • Backlit keyboard with 10-key numeric keypad for easy typing in dim or dark locations: Type comfortably, input numbers quickly and maneuver through games with ease.
  • Dynaudio premium sound speakers with subwoofer: Elevate the audio aspect of your games for a more immersive experience.
  • Thunderbolt 4 port for connecting advanced monitors and external drives: This single interface supports both high-speed data and high-def video - plus power over cable for bus-powered devices - ideal for digital content creators.
  • Built-in media reader for simple photo transfer: Supports SD 7.0 memory card formats.
  • Additional ports: 2 x DisplayPort and microphone-in/headphone-out combo jack.
  • Windows 11 Home operating system: Windows 11 is the one place for it all. With a fresh feel and tools that make it easier to be efficient, it has what you need for whatever’s next.
  • 17" WQXGA display: 2560x1600 resolution provides a wide-screen graphic in 16:10 ratio to maintain vivid colors in movies, photos and videos.
  • Intel 13th Generation Core i9 13980HX processor: Blazing 24-core processing performance. Intel Turbo Boost Technology delivers dynamic extra power when you need it, while increasing energy efficiency when you don't.
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 graphics: Backed by 12GB GDDR6 dedicated video memory for a fast, advanced GPU to fuel your games. NVIDIA Optimus technology optimizes the laptop for both graphics performance and battery life conservation.
  • 32GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth DDR5 RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
  • 1TB solid state drive (SSD): While offering less storage space than a hard drive, a flash-based SSD has no moving parts, resulting in faster start-up times and data access, no noise, and reduced heat production and power draw on the battery.
  • Weighs 6.83 lbs. and measures 1.13" thin: Ultraportable design, featuring a smaller screen size and omitting the DVD/CD drive to achieve the compact form factor. 4-cell lithium-ion battery.
  • HDMI output expands your viewing options: Connect to an HDTV or high-def monitor to set up two screens side by side or just see more of the big picture.
  • Built-in FHD 1080p webcam with privacy shutter: Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends or teleconference with colleagues over Skype or other popular applications.
  • Backlit keyboard with 10-key numeric keypad for easy typing in dim or dark locations: Type comfortably, input numbers quickly and maneuver through games with ease.
  • Dynaudio premium sound speakers with subwoofer: Elevate the audio aspect of your games for a more immersive experience.
  • Thunderbolt 4 port for connecting advanced monitors and external drives: This single interface supports both high-speed data and high-def video - plus power over cable for bus-powered devices - ideal for digital content creators.
  • Built-in media reader for simple photo transfer: Supports SD 7.0 memory card formats.
  • Additional ports: 2 x DisplayPort and microphone-in/headphone-out combo jack.
Whats Included
  • MSI Raider 17" Gaming Laptop
  • Power Adapter
  • User Documentation
  • MSI Raider 17" Gaming Laptop
  • Power Adapter
  • User Documentation

Q: Can I get it with Windows Pro?

A: Please note that this unit ships from the factory with Windows 11 Home. If you wish to upgrade the OS, you will need to purchase the license yourself and reload your OS.