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MSI 12HW-001-4475-226603 Thin GF63 i5 RTX 3050 Gaming Laptop

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Unleash Portable Gaming Power The MSI Thin GF63 12HW Gaming Laptop provides a balance of performance and portability. Featuring a 12th Gen Intel Core i5 processor, dedicated Intel ARC A370M graphics, and a high refresh rate display, it's engineered for immersive gaming on the go. Processor: I...

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Overview

Unleash Portable Gaming Power

The MSI Thin GF63 12HW Gaming Laptop provides a balance of performance and portability. Featuring a 12th Gen Intel Core i5 processor, dedicated Intel ARC A370M graphics, and a high refresh rate display, it's engineered for immersive gaming on the go.

  • Processor: Intel Core i5-12450H 2.50GHz (up to 4.4 GHz, 12MB Cache, 8-Cores)
  • Memory: 32GB DDR4 SO-DIMM
  • Storage: 512GB SATA SSD
  • Graphics: Intel ARC A370M 4GB GDDR6
  • Display: 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 144Hz IPS
  • Operating System: Windows 11 Pro-64
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 AX201, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
  • Webcam: 720p HD
  • Keyboard: Red Backlit
  • Ports: 3 x USB 3.2 Gen1, 1 x HDMI, 1 x USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, Headphone/Microphone Jack
  • Battery: 3-Cell 51 WHr
  • Power Supply: 120W
  • Color: Black
  • Dimensions: 14 IN x 10 IN x 1 IN
  • Weight: 4.3lb

Key Features

【Upgraded】 Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only to enhance performance. 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 144Hz Refresh Rate IPS Display; Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Wifi, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), 720p HD Webcam, Red Backlit Keyboard, .

【Powerful Performance with Intel Core i5-12450H Octa Core】 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H 2.50GHz Processor (upto 4.4 GHz, 12MB Cache, 8-Cores, 12-Threads, 4 Performance-cores) ; Intel ARC A370M 4GB GDDR6 Dedicated Graphics, .

【High Speed and Multitasking】 32GB DDR4 SODIMM; 120W Power Supply, 3-Cell 51 WHr Battery; Black Color, .

【Enormous Storage】 512GB SATA SSD; 3 USB 3.2 Gen1, 1 HDMI, USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, No Optical Drive, 1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack., Windows 11 Pro-64., 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)

Includes Microsoft 365 Personal 1 Year Subscription for 1 User(Microsoft 365 Personal | 12-Month Subscription, 1 person | Premium Office apps | 1TB OneDrive cloud storage | PC/Mac;Annual Subscription;Works on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android), Dockztorm USB Hub

Specifications

Display
15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 144Hz IPS
Processor
12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H Octa Core 2.50GHz (upto 4.4 GHz, 12MB Cache, 8-Cores, 12-Threads)
Graphics
Intel ARC A370M 4GB GDDR6 Dedicated Graphics
RAM
32GB DDR4 SODIMM
Storage
512GB SATA SSD
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro-64
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Wifi, Bluetooth 5.2
Wired Connectivity
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
Webcam
720p HD
Keyboard
Red Backlit Keyboard
Ports
3 USB 3.2 Gen1, 1 HDMI, USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, 1 Microphone Jack, 1 Headphone Jack
Battery
3-Cell 51 WHr
Power Supply
120W
Color
Black
Warranty
1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech
Included Software/Accessories
Microsoft 365 Personal 1 Year Subscription, Dockztorm USB Hub

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 144Hz IPS Display, offering smooth visuals for gaming.
  • Equipped with an Intel Core i5-12450H Octa Core processor, providing strong performance for gaming and multitasking.
  • Includes 32GB DDR4 SODIMM RAM, which is generous for running multiple applications and demanding games simultaneously.
  • Offers a 512GB SATA SSD, providing fast boot times and quick loading of applications and games.
  • Comes with Windows 11 Pro-64 pre-installed, offering the latest operating system features and security.
  • Includes a 1-year subscription to Microsoft 365 Personal and a Dockztorm USB Hub, adding value.

👎 Cons

  • The seal being opened for hardware/software upgrades means it is not in its original factory sealed condition.
  • The Intel ARC A370M 4GB GDDR6 Dedicated Graphics is not an RTX 3050 as mentioned in the title, which could be a significant performance difference.
  • A 512GB SATA SSD might be considered smaller compared to NVMe SSDs or larger storage options offered in some gaming laptops.
  • The laptop includes only one HDMI port and no optical drive, which could limit connectivity and media options.
  • Battery life with the 3-Cell 51 WHr battery is not specified, but it may be a concern for extended portable gaming.

Frequently Asked Questions

The MSI Thin GF63 features a 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) IPS display with a high 144Hz refresh rate, providing smooth visuals for gaming.
This laptop is powered by a 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H Octa Core processor, which has 8 cores and 12 threads and can boost up to 4.4 GHz.
It comes with 32GB of DDR4 SODIMM RAM, offering substantial memory for multitasking and demanding applications.
The laptop is equipped with a 512GB SATA SSD, providing fast storage for the operating system and games.
Yes, it includes Windows 11 Pro-64, offering the latest features and security updates from Microsoft.
The laptop features Intel ARC A370M with 4GB GDDR6 dedicated graphics, designed to handle gaming and graphical tasks.