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MSi GE600
Released May, 2010
The Pros:Full 1080p display. Comes with Windows 7. HDMI output.
The Cons:Large and heavy (5.9 pounds) - poor for mobile computing. 1080p display is not available on all configurations - some come with a poor resolution 720p display (1366 x 768px). MSI is not a top tier laptop manufacturer.
The MSi GE600 is a 16” gaming notebook announced in early 2010. It features an Intel Core i5 processor, a built-in ATI Radeon HD5730 graphics card, and dual theater-class speakers with an included subwoofer.
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Included is Msi’s exclusive ECO Engine Power Saving Technology, which allows the user to toggle between five system scenario modes like word processing or video gaming. Plus Msi’s exclusive GPU Boost Technology lets the user quickly switch the graphics card on and off, allowing them to save battery life while performing other tasks. Additional features include Microsoft Windows 7, a 720p webcam, a touch-sensitive hotkey set for accessing important functions (GPU Boost, Multimedia, etc.), and support for DirectX 11. Plus the Core i5 processor sports lower power consumption and higher performance, while utilizing Turbo Boost and Hyper-Threading to increase overall efficiency.
Features
- Gaming Notebook
- 16” 1080p LCD Display
- ATI Radeon HD5730 Discrete Graphics
- Intel Core i5 Processor w/Turbo Boost & Hyper-Threading
- ECO Engine Power Saving Technology
- GPU Boost Technology
- Touch-Sensitive Hotkey Set
- Support for DirectX 11
- SRS Premium Sound (7.1-Channel)
- Theater-Class Speakers
- Integrated Subwoofer
Specifications
- OS: Windows 7 Home Premium
- CPU: Intel Core i5
- Chipset: Intel HM55
- Graphics: ATI radeon HD5730 (1GB DDR3)
- Memory: DDRIII SO-DIMM slot x2
- LCD: 16” HD TFT LCD
- HDD: 2.5” 250/320/500GB SATA
- Card Reader: XD/SD/MMC/Memory Stick
- I/O: HDMI, D-Sub, USB 2.0, eSATA, Mic, Headphone, RJ-45/RJ-11
- Battery: 6/9 Cells
- Wireless: 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth V2.1EDR
- Webcam: 720p HD Webcam
- Sound: Theater Class Speakers x2 + Subwoofer
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powerful current generation ATI graphics - play modern games at native resolution
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affordable price for a powerful gaming capable notebook
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large and heavy (5.9 pounds) - poor for mobile computing
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1080p display is not available on all configurations - some come with a poor resolution 720p display (1366 x 768px)
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MSI is not a top tier laptop manufacturer
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poor battery life - expected for such a large and powerful machine
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