MSI - GF65 15.6" 144hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 - 512GB SSD - Black
User rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars with 350 reviews.
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Features
Free Upgrade to Windows 11
Upgrade rollout plan is being finalized and is scheduled to begin late in 2021 and continue into 2022. Specific timing will vary by device. Certain features require specific hardware, see https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/windows-11-specifications.
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 scree
15.6" Full HD display
The 1920 x 1080 resolution with 144hz boasts impressive color and clarity. Energy-efficient LED backlight.
8GB 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.
512GB solid-state drive (PCI-e)
Save files fast and store more data. With massive amounts of storage and advanced communication power, PCI-e NVMe SSDs are great for major gaming applications, multiple servers, daily backups, and more.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics
Backed by 6GB GDDR6 dedicated video memory for an ultrafast, advanced GPU to fuel your games.
Weighs 4.1 lbs. and measures 0.9" thin
Thin and light design with DVD/CD drive omitted for improved portability. 3-cell lithium-polymer battery.
Wireless/wired connectivity (Wi-Fi 6 - 802.11 ax)
Flexible, dual-band connectivity w/ better reliability thanks to two data streams and antennas. Connect to a Wi-Fi router to experience GB Wi-Fi speeds nearly 3x faster vs. standard Wi-Fi 5 w/ improved responsiveness for even more devices.
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.
Additional ports
Headphone/microphone combo jack and mini DisplayPort.
Xbox Game Pass Ultimate - Discover your next favorite game.
1 month of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate included. Play over 100 high-quality games on Windows 10, console and mobile. Includes new day one titles, iconic Bethesda games and EA Play on PC.
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Key Specs
- Screen Size15.6 inches
- Screen Resolution1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
- Touch ScreenNo
- Processor ModelIntel 10th Generation Core i5
- Processor Model Number10500H
- Storage TypeSSD
- Total Storage Capacity512 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity512 gigabytes
- System Memory (RAM)8 gigabytes
- GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
- Operating SystemWindows 10
- Battery TypeLithium-ion polymer
- Backlit KeyboardYes
General
- Product NameGF65 15.6" 144hz Gaming Laptop - Intel Core i5 - 8GB Memory - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 - 512GB SSD
- BrandMSI
- Model NumberGF65213
- Year of Release2021
- ColorBlack
- Color CategoryBlack
Display
- Display TypeLCD
- Screen Size15.6 inches
- Screen Resolution1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
- Touch ScreenNo
Processor
- Processor BrandIntel
- Processor ModelIntel 10th Generation Core i5
- Processor Model Number10500H
Storage
- Storage TypeSSD
- Total Storage Capacity512 gigabytes
- Solid State Drive Capacity512 gigabytes
Memory
- System Memory (RAM)8 gigabytes
- Type of Memory (RAM)DDR4
- System Memory RAM Speed3200 megahertz
- Number Of Memory Slots2
Graphics
- Graphics TypeDedicated
- GPU BrandNVIDIA
- GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
- Advanced Graphics Rendering Technique(s)DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling), Ray tracing
Compatibility
- Operating SystemWindows 10
Power
- Battery Cells3-cell
- Battery TypeLithium-ion polymer
Camera
- Front-Facing CameraYes
- Front Facing Camera Video Resolution720p
- Built-In MicrophoneYes
Features
- Cooling SystemAir
- Backlit KeyboardYes
Dimension
- Product Weight4.1 pounds
Certifications & Listings
- ENERGY STAR CertifiedYes
- EPEAT QualifiedNo
Included
- Optical Drive TypeNone
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts1
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor1
Other
- UPC824142244777
Customer reviews
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 350 reviews
(350 customer reviews)Rating by feature
- Battery Life3.5
Rating 3.5 out of 5 stars
- Speed4.5
Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
- Display4.3
Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars
Expert reviews
See all expert reviews(1)Rating 4 out of 5 stars with 1 review
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Battery Life4 out of 5Speed4 out of 5Display4 out of 5Rated 4 out of 5 stars
If you catch it at $899 BUY IT! Love it!
||Posted .Owned for 1 week when reviewed.This laptop maybe once a month will go on sale for 899 during a 24hr flash sale! If you can get it for the 899 instead of the 1099 usual price, it’s a fantastic deal! First things first, you MUST add 1 stick of additional 8GB of RAM which you can buy online anywhere for about $30-$40. YouTube the installation steps. Very easy! Once you do that you have a very nice mid-level gaming laptop. For those looking for game fps examples: halo infinite did 100-144 fps on Medium and 60-85 fps on High. Hitman 3 was about the exact same as halo. First person e-sports like Fortnite, apex, or split gate all will do the full 144fps at Ultra settings! This would be great upgrade if you’re coming from a 1650,1660ti, or even a 2060 or older. If you have a 2070 or a 2080 currently, this isn’t worth the purchase. You’d need to go 3070, 3080, or 6700m if you want the best of the best. I’d say this MSI laptop will be a a modern Machine for the next 5-6 years. I’d personally say this machine is about the equivalency of an Xbox Series S or a PS4 Pro. ALL laptops get a little hot weather they are $3000 or $300 so don’t be spooked by the amateur reviews you read online. I’d rate this 4/5 stars. You won’t get an RTX 3060 for under 1k otherwise.
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Battery Life4 out of 5Speed4 out of 5Display4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendRated 4 out of 5 stars
Great value if you can manage cooling issue
||Posted .Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.I read many reviews about this laptop and finally bought it when it went on sale for $799. This is probably the best value laptop you find that has an RTX 3060 mobile. I play primarily Halo Infinite, so I use that as my benchmark. Out the gate, the performance of this laptop was poor for the game. You MUST make your own custom cooling profile in MSI Dragon, otherwise the CPU reach upper 80s to lower 90s C, and the game will just run so choppy due to throttling. After adjusting the fan settings in MSI Dragon to be more agressive and sooner, as well as propping up the laptop on a wire rack, Halo Infinite runs so good. Very smooth motion and looks sharp/crisp. My CPU temps run in the mid 70s C with medium settings and resolution scaling at 169%. I did not try undervolting CPU, as changing the fan settings was enough for me. CPU usage in game runs about 80-90%, while GPU usage runs 80-90% also. My only other complaint was that the 8gb RAM is not enough. My RAM usage approaches almost 100% in game, and I get a warming as such from Norton every time. I have order some 32gb DDR4 3200 SODIMM and hopefully this will eliminate that problem. Overall, for $799, great value laptop and would definitely recommend. By the way, mine did come with a camera and you have to enable it by pressing
I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Battery Life4 out of 5Speed4 out of 5Display4 out of 5Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Super solid budget gaming laptop.
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.Rtx 3060 keeps fps high, my fps were higher on external screen. Quiet compared to higher end laptops under heavy load. Relatively easy to upgrade ram and ssd. Add 150 bucks to make it 16gb ram, +512gb ssd Has all kinds of ports Gets warm on the top of keyboard under load. The bottleneck is core i5, which is noticeable when running apps on CPU. The plastic attracts fingerprints. The screen max brightness is kinda low. I had to return this after two weeks because I went with msi delta 15 best buy black Friday deal, which was 400$ more just because it had and Ryzen 7 5800h which was more suitable for my needs.
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Battery Life4 out of 5Speed4 out of 5Display4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Battery Life1 out of 5Speed5 out of 5Display5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Budget Gaming Laptop.
||Posted .Owned for 1 month when reviewed.To be honest, this is my first ever gaming laptop. I gotta say for $799.99, it is well worth it. It plays AAA titles smoothly, relatively quiet under ideal conditions (lifting the laptop for it to intake air), and has a nice 144hz screen. Of course it does has its downsides, battery dies in just 2 hours of use of just watching youtube videos (which I’m pretty sure you’re going to use this with the charger most of the time), build quality is a bit on the cheaper side (edges are pretty rough), and this does get extremely hot after 30 minutes of gameplay (which people recommend of underthrottling it). All in all, you do get sacrifices in making this laptop to be priced cheap. Great choice whenever this laptop goes on sale, and for people that don’t have 1k to shell out for a gaming pc or laptop.
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Battery Life1 out of 5Speed5 out of 5Display5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Battery Life2 out of 5Speed5 out of 5Display5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best laptop you can get when its on sale
||Posted .Owned for 3 months when reviewed.This is my 1st laptop that I bought myself. Very good laptop got it on sale for 850 and I dont think you can get a better laptop for the price. The downsides to the laptop like the small ram and SSD can be easily upgraded. The battery is pretty bad, lasts about 3-4 hours and might want to buy a cooling pad if your gonna do some heavy gaming. I bought a Corsair Vengeance SODIMM 2x16gb ram DDR4 ram and a 970 Evo Plus 2 tb SSD while it was on sale. I bought them both on best buy and used a philips screw driver from a phone tool kit I have but had to borrow a PH1 for one screw that my small one couldn't pull out. I watched about 3 youtube guides on opening up the laptop and was able to put the ram and ssd in. After you put it back together you'll have to connect the charger to the laptop and after turning it you'll need to format the ssd your laptop wont be able to use it right away, you can search up a guide on how to format a ssd on google and it'll be very easy and quick to do.
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Battery Life2 out of 5Speed5 out of 5Display5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great laptop if you get it on sale!
||Posted .Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.I bought this laptop on sale for $799 with the intent to upgrade it. It is an amazing laptop right out of the box and is super powerful with 6gb VRAM. I was able to stream at 1080p with it too. Not my intent to use as a streaming laptop but i had to test it.
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Value5 out of 5Quality5 out of 5Ease of Use5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Display4 out of 5Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Hasn’t died yet
||Posted .Owned for 8 months when reviewed.I’m using this laptop exclusively for nicehash, and it gets about 34Mhash/sec. This one was a replacement for a similar machine that died under the warranty period. Mining puts a lot of stress on a laptop so I don’t recommend anyone do this with theirs. I purchased mine specifically for this purpose. But a laptop that survives mining 24x7 for a year is a keeper because it will survive anything. This was the cheapest way I could do some mining back when it was profitable and when supply shortage made getting a GPU impossible.
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Display4 out of 5I would recommend this to a friendFeatures
Battery Life3 out of 5Speed5 out of 5Display5 out of 5Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for Mining ETH
||Posted .Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.ETH mining Overclocks: -500 Core +675 Mem (try pushing it a bit higher until youre stable with no crashes. I managed to be stable at +695) Getting 38.48 MH/s turn on the advanced cooling from dragon center. change power settings to allow you to close lid without sleeping.
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Battery Life3 out of 5Speed5 out of 5Display5 out of 5I would recommend this to a friend
Rating 4 out of 5 stars with 1 review
(1 Review)- T3Rating, 4 out of 54.0David Nield on April 16, 2021
MSI GF65 Thin review: portable gaming power on a budgetThe MSI GF65 Thin offers a very good value for money proposition
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Q: QuestionThe ad says it has an RTX 3060 but the reviews say RTX 2060 and I think 1 may have said GTX 1650 (I might have mixed that up with another article) Does anyone know if it is 3060 and is there a way to upgrade ram and also storage space?
Asked by MrKnifeGuy.
- A:Answer This particular version has the NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 3060 Laptop GPU. Yes it is possible to upgrade RAM and storage.
Answered by Geno
Q: QuestionCan the storage be upgraded with an internal HDD or is it only NVME
Asked by Jaybuddha.
- A:Answer There is no room for a standard HDD, but there is a second NVME slot, so the storage can be upgraded to have a second M.2 drive.
Answered by Andrew
Q: QuestionWhat model is the memory? Is it possible to buy a memory stick that's exactly the same?
Asked by Hector.
- A:Answer Takes DDR4 3200MHz laptop ram up to 64GB or two 32gb cards. 16gb is fine for most people, but 32GB may be the sweet spot for intensive 3d applications or rendering. Buy the RAM with the lowest CL rating (Cas Latency). The lower the CL rating the faster the RAM.
Answered by F4rtnocker
Q: QuestionThis laptop has an i5 10500h, intel rated this processor to use max 2666Mhz of RAM. So how can it utilize the 3200MHz of the pre-installed ram?
Asked by FusRohDuh.
- A:Answer According to Intel's website, the actual max clock of memory on this CPU is 2933 MHz. This is the i5 10500H, not to be confused with the i5 10500 that has its RAM speed capped at 2666 MHz
Answered by LinusNotTechtips
Q: QuestionIs it just one ram slot with 8gigs of ram or are there 2 4gig sticks of ram in the device.
Asked by GapGrinch.
- A:Answer Ya it’s just 1 8 gigabyte ram but there are 2 slots in total
Answered by Jomama
Q: QuestionHow much Vram on the 3060?
Asked by Guest1.
- A:Answer The GF65 Thin 10UE-213 is equipped with a 3060 max TDP of 75W, video memory is listed as 6G GDDR6.
Answered by Geno
Q: QuestionSo with the 8gb ram stick is it SO-DIMM? As well as what stick is in their to buy the same one for upgrade?
Asked by Ethenias.
- A:Answer Yes the memory used in the GF65 Thin 10UE-213 is DDR4-3200Mhz So-Dimm memory. The memory used is a Samsung OEM memory stick.
Answered by Geno
Q: QuestionWhat kind of ram should I buy? 3200mhz ddr4 sodimm it is ok but 1Rx8 or 1Rx16? Does is matter ?
Asked by Blackslament.
- A:Answer So the max itll register is 2933mhz I believe. I put in another 8gb stick from crucial at 3200mhz to match what was in it, but it only clocks up to 2933mhz. Definitely get another stick regardless, as you're missing performance running only single channel. If you get a 16gb stick, you'll definitely have enough memory for gaming and web browsing(and chrome to eat up those yummy gbs of memory). The only difference between 16 and 24gb is purely the amount of memory as quantity doesnt dictate speed by any means, simply available resources.
Answered by Jeff