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MSI 17.3" GL73 Laptop

BH #MSGL738RD031 • MFR #GL73 8RD-031
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MSI 17.3" GL73 Laptop
Key Features
  • 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7-8750H Six-Core
  • 16GB DDR4 | 128GB M.2 SATA SSD + 1TB HDD
  • 17.3" 1920 x 1080 eDP Display
  • NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti (4GB GDDR5)
The 17.3" GL73 Laptop from MSI is a laptop designed with the hardware, performance, and aesthetics for gamers. It's powered by a 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7-8750H six-core processor, 16GB of 2400 MHz DDR4 RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti graphics card with 4GB of GDDR5 VRAM. Thanks to its dedicated GPU, you'll be able to play graphically demanding games on its 1920 x 1080 Full HD display. It's also equipped with HDMI and mini DisplayPort outputs if you wish to play on a larger external screen.
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MSI GL73 8RD-031 Overview

The 17.3" GL73 Laptop from MSI is a laptop designed with the hardware, performance, and aesthetics for gamers. It's powered by a 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7-8750H six-core processor, 16GB of 2400 MHz DDR4 RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti graphics card with 4GB of GDDR5 VRAM. Thanks to its dedicated GPU, you'll be able to play graphically demanding games on its 1920 x 1080 Full HD display. It's also equipped with HDMI and mini DisplayPort outputs if you wish to play on a larger external screen.

For storage, the GL73 has a 128GB M.2 SATA SSD and a 1TB 5400 rpm hard drive. Should you need more room, you can attach additional storage solutions using its multiple USB ports as well as its SDXC media card reader. Connect to the Internet via 802.11ac Wi-Fi or the Gigabit LAN jack for a more stable and reliable wired connection. You can also pair compatible wireless peripherals using Bluetooth 5.0 to free up its USB ports for more important devices. Other integrated features include a backlit keyboard, a webcam, a microphone, speakers, and audio jacks. The operating system installed is Windows 10 Home (64-Bit).

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10-Series Graphics Card
NVIDIA's GeForce GTX 10-series graphics cards can deliver up to a 40% increase in performance over the previous generation. Not only are they powerful, they can deliver similar performance to their desktop counterparts with a slight performance difference. This changes mobile gaming, allowing you to max out your game's visuals settings so you can enjoy it at its best. Moreover, this graphics card is VR-ready so you can use it with your favorite VR headset.
Windows 10 Home
Start Menu
After its hiatus in Windows 8, the Start Menu has returned. Utilizing a combination of the traditional menu system and Windows 8's Live Tiles, the improved Start Menu gives you more information at a glance, showing notification information alongside your applications and other pinned items.
Cortana
Microsoft's digital personal assistant, Cortana can answer your questions with information gleaned from both your device and the internet at large. You can type or even talk with her, if your system has a microphone. Using her Laptop, Cortana keeps track of your needs and wants, and she learns over time to improve her information gathering skills.
Microsoft Edge
After nearly 20 years, Microsoft has finally replaced its Internet Explorer web browser. With Microsoft Edge, users can write directly on web pages and share notes with friends and colleagues. It also improves the online reading experience by adding a distraction-free mode and read-it-later functionality. Edge also has built-in Cortana integration; you can have her help you find a restaurant, make a reservation, and pull up directions without leaving your browser.
Windows Store
For Windows 10, Microsoft has unified the Windows Store. Now, apps for PCs, tablets, and phones will all be accessible from one place. And with support for Universal Apps, one version of an app can work across all your compatible devices automatically.
Windows Continuum
Windows 10 was designed for a variety of screen sizes and input styles, and with its Continuum feature, it automatically adapts to fit your needs. A Windows 10 tablet on its own requires a touch-centric approach, but attaching a mouse and keyboard will shift everything to a more traditional interface. You can even attach an external monitor to your Windows 10 phone for a near-desktop experience. But it's not just the operating system; Windows Universal Apps take advantage of Continuum as well.
Xbox on Windows 10
Gaming is a big focus of Windows 10. Xbox integration allows for PC players to match up against Xbox One players on supported games, and if you have an Xbox One, you can even stream compatible titles to your PC. Native support for recording with the new Game DVR feature makes it easy to capture and share your gameplay. The new DirectX12 takes better advantage of multi-core processors, giving games a performance boost, even on older hardware. Windows 10 also features native support for virtual reality headsets, such as the Oculus Rift.

MSI GL73 8RD-031 Specs

Operating System
Windows 10 Home (64-Bit)
Performance
CPU
2.2 GHz Intel Core i7-8750H 6-Core
Maximum Boost Speed
4.1 GHz
Memory Type
2400 MHz DDR4
Installed RAM
16 GB
Memory Configuration
2x 8 GB (User-Replaceable)
Maximum Memory Capacity
32 GB
Memory Slot Type
SO-DIMM
Memory Slots
No
Graphics Type
Dedicated
GPU
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti with 4 GB GDDR5 VRAM
Display
Panel Type
Unspecified LCD
Size
17.3"
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Native Resolution
1920 x 1080
Touchscreen
No
Finish
Anti-Glare
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
Adaptive-Sync Technology
No
Storage and Expansion
Total Installed Storage
1.128 GB
Solid State Storage
1 x 128 GB M.2 SATA
Hard Disk Storage
1 x 1 TB 2.5" SATA (5400 rpm)
Expansion Slots
No
Optical Drive
No
I/O
Ports
3 x USB-A 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
USB-C
1 x USB 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1
Display I/O
1x HDMI
1x Mini DisplayPort 1.2
Audio I/O
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Headphone Output
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Microphone Input
Built-In Speakers
:
Built-In Microphones
:
Media Card Slots
1 x SD/SDHC/SDXC
Communications
Network I/O
1x RJ45 (Gigabit Ethernet)
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac); Dual-Band (2.4 & 5 GHz)
MU-MIMO Support
2 x 2
Bluetooth
5.0
GPS
No
NFC
No
Webcam
User-Facing: 720p
Battery
Battery Chemistry
Lithium-Ion
Keyboard & Mouse
Keyboard
Chiclet-Style Keyboard with Backlight
Pointing Device
TouchPad
General
Power Supply
150 W with
Dimensions
16.5 x 1.3 x 11.3" / 419.1 x 33 x 287 mm
Weight
5.95 lb / 2.7 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
10.95 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
21.1 x 14.2 x 4.4"

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