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MSI 12HW Thin GF63 15.6" 144Hz Gaming Laptop i5 ARC A370M

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Game On the Go: MSI Thin GF63 12HW Gaming Laptop The MSI Thin GF63 12HW is a powerful gaming laptop designed for portability and performance. Featuring an Intel Core i5 processor, ample RAM, a fast SATA SSD, and dedicated Intel ARC A370M graphics, this laptop delivers a smooth gaming experience ...

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Overview

Game On the Go: MSI Thin GF63 12HW Gaming Laptop

The MSI Thin GF63 12HW is a powerful gaming laptop designed for portability and performance. Featuring an Intel Core i5 processor, ample RAM, a fast SATA SSD, and dedicated Intel ARC A370M graphics, this laptop delivers a smooth gaming experience in a sleek, thin design. It also comes with pre-installed Microsoft 365 Personal for added productivity.

Specifications:

  • Processor: Intel Core i5-12450H 2.50GHz (up to 4.4 GHz, 12MB Cache, 8-Cores, 12-Threads)
  • Storage: 4TB SATA SSD
  • Memory: 16GB DDR4 SO-DIMM
  • Graphics: Intel ARC A370M 4GB GDDR6
  • Operating System: Windows 11 Pro-64
  • Connectivity: Wi-Fi 6 AX201, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
  • Camera: 720p HD Webcam
  • Input/Output: Black Red Backlit Keyboard
  • Display: 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 144Hz Refresh Rate 16:9 IPS
  • Ports/Slots: 3 USB 3.2 Gen1, 1 HDMI, USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1, No Optical Drive, 1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack
  • Power Supply: 120W
  • Battery: 3-Cell 51 WHr
  • Color: Black
  • Product Dimensions (WxLxH): 14 IN x 10 IN x 1 IN
  • Weight: 4.3lb

Included Software:

  • Microsoft 365 Personal 1 Year Subscription for 1 User

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】 16GB DDR4 SODIMM; 120W Power Supply, 3-Cell 51 WHr Battery; Black Color, .

【Enormous Storage】 4TB 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 Size
15.6"
Display Resolution
Full HD (1920x1080)
Refresh Rate
144Hz
Display Type
IPS Display
Processor
12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H Octa Core
Processor Base Speed
2.50GHz
Processor Boost Speed
4.4 GHz
Cores
8 (4 Performance-cores)
Threads
12
Cache
12MB
Graphics
Intel ARC A370M 4GB GDDR6 Dedicated
RAM
16GB DDR4 SODIMM
Storage
4TB SATA SSD
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro-64
Wireless Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6 AX201, Bluetooth 5.2
Wired Connectivity
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
Webcam
720p HD
Keyboard
Red Backlit Keyboard
Power Supply
120W
Battery
3-Cell 51 WHr
Color
Black
USB Ports
3 USB 3.2 Gen1, USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1
Video Output
1 HDMI
Audio Jacks
1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Features a 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 144Hz Refresh Rate IPS Display, offering fluid visuals for gaming.
  • Powered by a 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H Octa Core Processor (upto 4.4 GHz) for strong performance.
  • Includes Intel ARC A370M 4GB GDDR6 Dedicated Graphics, providing capable performance for modern games.
  • Comes with 16GB DDR4 SODIMM RAM, enabling efficient multitasking and smooth game operation.
  • Equipped with a massive 4TB SATA SSD, offering substantial storage capacity for a vast game library and applications.

👎 Cons

  • The Intel ARC A370M 4GB GDDR6 dedicated graphics card, while new, is an entry-level GPU and may not deliver high frame rates in very demanding games.
  • The large 4TB SATA SSD is generous, but as a SATA drive, its speed will be slower than PCIe NVMe SSDs, potentially impacting loading times for some games.
  • The unit is listed as "Upgraded" with the seal opened, which some users might prefer to avoid for a factory-sealed product.
  • The 120W Power Supply might be adequate, but for a gaming laptop, a higher wattage often indicates more headroom for sustained performance under load.
  • Specific details on the type or efficiency of the cooling system are not mentioned, which is crucial for gaming laptops.

Frequently Asked Questions

This MSI GF63 laptop features a 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080) IPS Display with a 144Hz Refresh Rate, providing smooth and vibrant visuals for an immersive gaming experience.
It is powered by a 12th Gen Intel Core i5-12450H Octa Core Processor with speeds up to 4.4 GHz and features Intel ARC A370M 4GB GDDR6 Dedicated Graphics, suitable for gaming.
The laptop comes with 16GB DDR4 SODIMM RAM for efficient multitasking and a very generous 4TB SATA SSD for extensive storage of games and applications.
Yes, the MSI 12HW Thin GF63 is equipped with Windows 11 Pro-64 pre-installed, offering a modern and secure computing environment.
Connectivity includes Wi-Fi 6 AX201, Bluetooth 5.2, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), multiple USB 3.2 Gen1 ports, a USB 3.2 Type-C Gen1 port, and an HDMI output for external displays.