MSI - 15.6" Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 - 512GB Solid State Drive - Matte Black With Gold Diamond Cut
- Key Specs
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (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.)
- Processor Model: Intel 8th Generation Core i7 (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.)
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 512 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM): 16 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 2060 (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.)
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- General
- Product Name: 15.6" Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i7 - 16GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 - 512GB Solid State Drive
- Brand: MSI
- Model Number: GS65 STEALTH-006
- Display
- Display Type: LED
- Screen Size: 15.6 inches (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Screen Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) (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.)
- Processor
- Processor Brand: Intel
- Processor Model: Intel 8th Generation Core i7 (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: i7-8750H
- Storage
- Storage Type: SSD
- Total Storage Capacity: 512 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity: 512 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: PCIe (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.)
- Hard Drive Accelerator: None (A module integrated (or added) into a PC to improve performance speed. By acting as a high-speed cache, an accelerator speeds up access times to the hard drive, which results in faster web browsing, improved gaming experience, and overall more responsiveness.)
- Memory
- System Memory (RAM): 16 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): DDR4 SDRAM (Each type of RAM delivers a different level of speed, bandwidth, energy efficiency and performance.)
- System Memory RAM Speed: 2666 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.)
- Number Of Memory Slots: 2
- System Memory RAM Expandable To: 32 gigabytes (Adding more random-access memory (RAM) to a computer speeds up performance and improves efficiency. Upgrades to memory are limited by the number of expansion slots for additional RAM and existing RAM installed on the device.)
- 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 2060 (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.)
- Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 10 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
- Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 1
- Number of Thunderbolt Ports (Total): 1
- Number of USB Ports (Total): 3
- Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Ethernet Card: 10/100/1000 (Also known as an Ethernet adapter, this card plugs into a computer's motherboard and enables it to access an Ethernet network. Ethernet data transmission speeds are measured in Mbps (megabits per second) and Gbps (gigabits per second). For example, a 10/100 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps, while a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port transmits 10 and 100 Mbps and has a maximum speed of 1000 Mbps (1 Gbps).)
- Number Of Ethernet Ports: 1
- Power
- Battery Cells: 4-cell
- Camera
- Front-Facing Camera: true
- Features
- Backlit Keyboard: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the keys in low-light conditions.)
- Speaker Type: Stereo speakers
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.7 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: 14.1 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: 9.7 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: 4.19 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.)
- Other
- UPC: 824142176665
MSI GS65 Laptop: Power through the competition online with this MSi gaming laptop. The 17.3-inch computer provides plenty of screen space for viewing videos and digital landscapes, and the Intel Core i7 processor ensures fast application execution. This MSi gaming laptop's 16GB of RAM ensures lag-free toggling, and the 128GB solid-state drive offers space for downloaded files and a quiet boot.
- Windows 10 operating system: Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen. Learn more ›
- 15.6" Full HD display: The 1920 x 1080 resolution boasts impressive color and clarity. Energy-efficient LED backlight.
- 8th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-8750H mobile processor: Powerful 6-core, twelve-way processing performance.
- 16GB system memory for intense multitasking and gaming: Reams of high-bandwidth DDR4 RAM to smoothly run your graphics-heavy PC games and video-editing applications, as well as numerous programs and browser tabs all at once.
- Solid State Drive (PCI-e): Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 graphics: Backed by 6GB GDDR5 dedicated video memory for an ultrafast, advanced GPU to fuel your games.
- Virtual Reality Ready: This computer has the required specs to run Virtual Reality hardware and software and is compatible with Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and Windows Mixed Reality Ultra.
- Weighs 4.19 lbs. and measures 0.7" thin: Thin and light design with DVD/CD drive omitted for improved portability. 4-cell lithium-polymer 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.
- Thunderbolt 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.
- Next-Gen Intel® Wireless-AC connectivity: Connect to a Wireless-AC router for nearly 3x the speed, more capacity and wider coverage than Wireless-N. Backward-compatible with all other Wi-Fi networks and hotspots. Gigabit Ethernet LAN port.
- Built-in HD webcam with microphone: Makes it easy to video chat with family and friends or teleconference with colleagues over Skype or other popular applications.
- Backlit keyboard: Allows you to enjoy comfortable and accurate typing, even in dim lighting.
- Additional ports: Mini DisplayPort, headphone/SPDIF combo jack and microphone input.
Whats Included
- MSI GS65 Stealth-006
- 4-cell battery
- Power adapter
Product Manuals
A: I'm guessing you're partially correct. According to MSI's website here: https://us.msi.com/Laptop/GS65-Stealth-8SX/Specification This model (GS65-006) should indeed come with a 512 GB NVMe SSD, likely the same Samsung that powers a lot of other high-end laptops. However, you are correct that it doesn't come with the Killer Wireless AC-1550, though the Intel AC-9560 is actually, from my understanding, the same card. Intel AC-9260 and Intel AC-9560 should be exactly the same chip in a slightly different form factor, and Killer Wireless AC-1550 was the result of a partnership with Intel and is really nearly identical to the Intel AC-9260 (and therefore the AC-9560)---the Killer has its own proprietary drivers that enable a few features like Advanced Stream Detection a d Wireless xTend, though to be honest (in my opinion) these are niche features and not particularly useful. Do note that you are apparently able to use the stock Intel drivers if the Killer ones cause issues (which have been reported in the past). To make a long story short, yes, this model doesn't come with a Killer card---but the card you do get is identical in terms of latency, throughput, etc. and only differs in drivers which enable a few gimmicks on the Killer card. Also, if you wanted to buy the Killer card yourself, it seems to be about $30. (It was noted in the Best Buy features list here that it comes with an Intel WLAN card---I thought I might give you all the details.) The only other difference is that this model comes with Windows 10 Home instead of Windows 10 Pro. Pro enables a very specific feature set that most people don't need. As a general rule of thumb, if you don't know the difference between Home and Pro, you don't need Pro. TL;DR Yes, this model has an NVMe SSD. No, it doesn't come with a Killer Wireless card, but the Intel card it does have is fundamentally the same, and core specifications will be identical. Also, this model comes with Windows 10 Home instead of Pro.
Q: Does this model support the ability to add a second NVMe drive or the ability to add more storage?
A: Yes, this unit has an available NVMe slot.
A: It is definitely a 144hz screen. I will admit that it is a sight to behold. Colors pop, blacks are black, and the clarity at which the games flow is wonderful.
Q: Does this laptop contain 2 x 8GB or 1 x 16GB RAM?
A: The answer online websites and MSI official website says 2 x 8 GB =16GB. However, when I was in the BIOS setting, it says there is only 1 slot populated for 16GB. Using CPU Z application, it sees the memory on single channel mode vice dual channel mode which would suggest only 1 ram stick. So without opening up the laptop, I am going to say my laptop only has 1 x 16GB ram stick.
Q: Hey, can this model be upgraded to 32GB of Memory??? thx, Urguitars
A: Yes, but keep in mind that if you are to upgrade the RAM or SSD, you will need to flip the motherboard.
A: I would just physically go to bestbuy and buy it. I don’t know how long the sale will last. I bought it earlier this week for 1400
A: Yes it does
Q: Does this laptop's display IPS, VA, or TN?
A: This model has an IPS-level panel.
