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MSi GT640
Released October, 2009
The Pros:Respectable 16:10 display resolution of 1680 x 1050px. Two year warranty. Full number pad.
The Cons:Claim of 'most powerful gaming laptop in the world' is dumb, and obviously not true. Number pad offsets the keyboard and trackpad - not centered. Poor for mobile computing - like most gaming laptops it will have poor battery life, heavy weight.
The MSi GT640 is an Intel Calpella-based notebook released by MSi in late 2009. It was touted as the worlds most advanced gaming notebook upon its release, as it combined the recently released Intel Core i7 processor with Window’s latest operating system Windows 7.
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Included also is a large 15.4” (1680x1050) monitor, an nVidia GeForce GTS 250 graphics card, and 7.1-channel audio. And what with the GT640’s additional multimedia features — including a built-in DVD player and HDMI output — the MSi GT640 is essentially a full-fledged entertainment machine easily capable of processing and/or transmitting both high-definition video and audio content. And it doesn't disappoint on the outside either, as it incorporates a sophisticated aluminum alloy construction with a colorful brushed metal texturing.
Additional Information
The MSi GT640 also features MSI’s proprietary ECO Engine, an innovative power-saving solution that automatically customizes the notebook’s power settings to suit the user’s precise needs. Additional features include up to 4GB of DDR3 RAM, up to 500GB of storage space; a 2MP webcam; 802.11b/g/n connectivity; and an eSATA input.
Features
- Calpella-based Notebook
- Intel Core i7 Processor
- Windows 7 OS
- DDR3 RAM
- SATA HDD
- nVidia GeForce GTS 250
- Digital/Analog 7.1-Channel Audio
- HDMI Output
- Integrated DVD Player (BD Optional)
- Bluetooth 2.0+EDR (Optional)
- 4-in-1 Card Reader
- LAN/WiFi Connectivity
Specifications
- Processor: Intel Core i7
- OS: Windows 7 Home
- Chipset: Intel PM55
- Memory: DDR3 1066/1333MHz, 2 slots, 4GB Max
- LCD: 15.4” TFT-LCD
- Graphics: nVidia GeForce GTS 250M, 1GB DDR3 VRAM
- Audio: 2 HD Speakers
- HDD: 250/320/500GB SATA
- Optical: DVD Super Multi
- Webcam: 2.0M
- Card Reader: 4-in-1, XD/SD/MMC/MS
- Communication: Gigabit LAN, 802.11b/g/n
- Keyboard: 103 keys
- Battery: 6/9 cells
Inputs/Outputs
- VGA Output (15-pin, D-Sub) x1
- USB 2.0 x2
- Mic-in Port x1
- Headphone Out x1
- Modem Port x1
- LAN Port x1
- PCI Express Card x1
- eSATA (USB Combo) x1
- HDMI x1
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respectable 16:10 display resolution of 1680 x 1050px
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high quality aluminum enclosure
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powerful components - Core i7 processor, DDR3 memory, GeForce GTS 250
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claim of 'most powerful gaming laptop in the world' is dumb, and obviously not true
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number pad offsets the keyboard and trackpad - not centered
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poor for mobile computing - like most gaming laptops it will have poor battery life, heavy weight
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