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MSI 17.3" GE72 Apache Pro-077 Gaming Laptop (Aluminum Black)

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MSI 17.3" GE72 Apache Pro-077 Gaming Laptop (Aluminum Black)
Key Features
  • 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7-5700HQ (Broadwell)
  • 16GB of 1600 MHz DDR3L RAM
  • 1TB 7200 rpm HDD + 128GB M.2 SSD
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M GPU (3GB GDDR5)
The 17.3" GE72 Apache Pro-077 Gaming Laptop from MSI is built with gaming and multimedia use in mind. The chassis features a bold design with a sleek aluminum black body kit.
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MSI GE72 APACHE PRO-077 Overview

The 17.3" GE72 Apache Pro-077 Gaming Laptop from MSI is built with gaming and multimedia use in mind. The chassis features a bold design with a sleek aluminum black body kit.

The 17.3" widescreen display features a 16:9 aspect ratio and a Full HD 1920 x 1080 native resolution powered by a dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M graphics card with 3GB of GDDR5 discrete memory. The display can play Full HD 1080p content natively without letterboxing. Video may also be output to an external display using the HDMI 1.4 and miniDisplayPort 1.2 outputs.

The system is powered by a Broadwell quad-core 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7-5700HQ processor that features a burst speed of up to 3.5 GHz. It also has 16GB of 1600 MHz DDR3L RAM, a 1TB 7200 rpm hard drive with a 128GB M.2 solid state drive, a SuperMulti DVD burner, an SD/SDHC/SDXC media card reader, 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, an integrated 720p webcam, and microphone. There are also built-in quad 2W speakers and a subwoofer. External peripherals, such as printers, memory card readers, external storage, and optical drives may be connected using the 3 x USB 3.0 and 1 x USB 2.0 ports.

Windows 8.1 is the installed operating system. Windows 8.1 improves the user experience of Windows 8 with several additions and changes. The Start button returns, but has two limited core functions. A left click takes you to the redesigned Start screen featuring tiles that update in real-time. A right click brings up an advanced menu where you can access the Device Manager, Control Panel, and more. You will also be able to boot directly to the traditional desktop screen instead of the Windows 8.1 Start screen. Windows 8.1 provides a unique user experience that differs from previous versions of Windows.

MSI GE72 Apache Pro-077
Quad-Core Broadwell Intel Core i7 Performance
The MSI GE72 houses a Broadwell Intel Core i7-5700HQ processor. Its quad cores can reach a stock speed of 2.7 GHz. The processor can also achieve speeds up to 3.5 GHz, thanks to Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 technology. This Intel Core i7 processor uses less voltage than its predecessor for improved battery life, thanks to its 14nm process. With a dedicated 6MB L3 cache, 16GB of 1600 MHz DDR3L RAM, and Intel Hyper-Threading technology, you'll be multitasking between applications quickly and efficiently.
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M Graphics
Built for an immersive gaming experience, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M arms you with industry-leading technologies including DirectX 11 support, dynamic PhysX effects, CUDA, and more. Based on NVIDIA's Maxwell GPU architecture, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970M provides optimal performance per watt.
17.3" Full HD eDP Display
The 17.3" display features a 16:9 aspect ratio and a Full HD 1920 x 1080 native resolution so you can play 1080p HD content natively in deep black levels and vibrant color.
MSI True Color Technology
MSI True Color technology provides multiple viewing modes, each precisely calibrated to deliver vibrant colors and sharp images. Gamer mode increases brightness for gaming. Anti-Blue mode reduces potential harmful blue light. sRGB mode sets the screen to 100% sRGB of color gamut. Designer mode increases clarity for lines and words. Office mode reduces eye-strain after long term use. Movie mode optimizes contrast for vivid movies.
Matrix Display
With Matrix Display technology, the MSI GE72 supports multiple external displays so you can multitask via HDMI and mini DisplayPort. Stream on Twitch or watch your favorite shows while playing your games.
SteelSeries Keyboard
Use the fully illuminated SteelSeries keyboard, which has tactile fast action keys, a strategic layout, and powerful customization capabilities. Modify the color, macro every key, and enhance the way you play with the SteelSeries Engine 3 app.
Nahimic Virtual Surround Sound
Originally developed for military fighter jets, Nahimic specializes in 3D sound software processing and audio improvements offering virtual 7.1 sound in immersive high definition. Designed to work with standard audio and stereo equipment, Nahimic transports gamers into the action, allowing them to sense every footstep, hear every bullet whizzing past, and feel every explosion. It also features a high definition audio recorder to easily capture and stream studio quality sound and is only available on MSI gaming laptops, including the MSI GE72.
Dynaudio Speakers
Fill the room and feel the bass with Dynaudio high fidelity speakers. Drop the beat or feel the thunderous roar of the battlefield with an integrated subwoofer. Get an extra boost in performance for your audio with built-in dedicated bass, speaker, and headset AMPs, gold plated for maximum audio transfer. Add dynamics and punch to every gunshot, explosion and gaming sound with surround effects, producing a realistic surround sound experience even from just a pair of headphones or stereo speakers.
Killer Gaming LAN
The benefit of the Killer Gaming LAN is the "Advanced Game Detect" technology, which recognizes online game data packs and processes them first, accelerating them in the process. You'll no longer have to deal stuttering characters, freeze-ups, and lagging, it vastly improves all the online experience.
Cooler Boost 3
Play hours on end with an intelligently and efficiently designed dual fan cooling system with Cooler Boost 3. Drawing heat away from both the CPU and GPU with designated heat pipes significantly reduces heat generation and increases heat dissipation for stable gameplay after hours of gaming.
XSplit | Gamecaster
XSplit Gamecaster lets you record your gaming moments and broadcast your live gameplay sessions to Twitch, YouTube, UStream, and more. It's simple, user-friendly, and ideal for sharing your gameplay with the world.
Windows 8.1
The Return of the Start Button
After many requests from Windows users, the Start button makes its triumphant return in Windows 8.1. While it may not be exactly the same as its predecessor in Windows 7, the Start button has two core functions. A left click on the Start button will take you to the Windows 8.1 Start screen featuring live tiles. A right click on the Start button brings up an advanced menu where you can access the Device Manager, Control, Network Options, and more
Boot Directly to the Desktop
Windows 8.1 gives you the choice of booting to the Windows 8.1 Start screen with live tiles or booting to the familiar desktop screen of Windows 7. Users can also boot directly into an app or app view if they choose to
To the Cloud
With Windows 8.1, when signed in using your Microsoft account, you'll have instant access to your personal Start screen, themes, language preferences, browsing history, and browser favorites. You can also connect to services such as Microsoft Outlook, Facebook, Linkedin, Twitter, and more
Windows Store
In the Windows Store, you can search for or browse thousands of apps. Choose from the featured apps or grab one of the most frequently downloaded apps to see what all the hype is all about. You can also see how other people rate apps. For certain apps, you can try it out before you purchase it

MSI GE72 APACHE PRO-077 Specs

Operating System
Windows 8.1
Display
Size
17.3"
Native Resolution
1920 x 1080
Optical Drive
SuperMulti DVD Burner
Communications
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Webcam
User-Facing: 720p
Packaging Info
Package Weight
11.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
23.5 x 15 x 4"

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