The MSI 15.6" GF63 Thin Gaming Laptop is designed for gamers who favor portability slightly more so than performance. Specs-wise, it's equipped with a 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5-9300H quad-core processor, 8GB of DDR4 memory, a 256GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics card. Thanks to its dedicated graphics card, you'll be able to enable additional graphical options and turn up in-game visual settings to enjoy games at their best. Should you need more storage, you can connect external storage solutions using its multiple USB ports. Other integrated features include an HDMI output, 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, a webcam, microphones, speakers, and audio jacks. The operating system installed is Windows 10 Home.
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q
The GeForce Max-Q design is reserved for ultra-thin gaming systems for a balance between performance and portability.
Performance
MSI SHIFT offers users quick and easy performance adjustments on-the-fly. At optimal settings, this laptop can last up to seven hours on a single charge. Please note that actual battery life will vary depending on use.
Audio
- Nahamic 3 - An audio suite with access to application-optimized settings, EQ options, profiles, and even virtual surround sound.
- AudioBoost - A built-in AMP (Audio Power Amplifier) and gold audio jacks provide users with improved audio detail and clarity.
Control
- MSI APP Player - Developed with BlueStacks, MSI APP Player lets users play mobile games right on their PC.
- Dragon Center - A suite of monitoring and tuning software for adjusting settings, lighting, and more.
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 Notebook, 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.