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MSI GF63818-3498-188598 Thin-15 Gaming Laptop GTX 1650

1920x1080i5-10500H16GB DDR4120WBluetooth 5.2

Game on a budget with the MSI GF63 Thin-15, featuring GTX 1650 graphics and a slim, portable design.

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Overview

The MSI GF63 Thin-15 is positioned as an affordable entry point into gaming laptops, pairing an Intel Core i5-10500H six-core processor with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics card. The i5-10500H offers clock speeds up to 4.5GHz, providing adequate processing power for both gaming and everyday productivity. With 16GB of DDR4 RAM, the system handles multitasking and modern game requirements capably, while the 8TB PCIe SSD delivers substantial storage capacity with fast read and write speeds for quick game load times.

The 15.6-inch IPS display runs at 1920x1080 resolution with a 60Hz refresh rate, delivering solid image quality and wide viewing angles suitable for gaming and media consumption. Connectivity is comprehensive, featuring three USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, one USB 3.2 Type-C Gen 1 port, HDMI output, separate microphone and headphone jacks, and an RJ-45 Ethernet port for low-latency wired networking. At 4.1 pounds and 0.85 inches thin, the GF63 is notably compact for a gaming laptop with dedicated graphics, making it a practical option for users who need to travel with their machine regularly.

Key Features

【Upgraded】 Seal is opened for Hardware/Software upgrade only to enhance performance. 15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 60Hz 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 i5-10500H Hexa Core】 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10500H 2.50GHz Processor (upto 4.5 GHz, 12MB Cache, 6-Cores, 12-Threads, ) ; NVIDIA GTX 1650 [Max-Q] 4GB GDDR6 Dedicated Graphics, .

【High Speed and Multitasking】 16GB DDR4 SODIMM; 120W Power Supply, 3-Cell 52.5 Whr Battery; Black Color, .

【Enormous Storage】 8TB PCIe NVMe 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 10 Home-64., 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)

Includes Dockztorm USB Hub(Special Edition Portable Docztorm Data Hub;Super Speedy Data Syn Rate upto 5Gbps)

Specifications

Processor
Intel Core i5-10500H, 6-core/12-thread, up to 4.5GHz
Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q, 4GB GDDR6
Display
15.6" Full HD (1920x1080) 60Hz IPS
Memory
16GB DDR4
Storage
8TB PCIe SSD
Operating System
Windows 10 Home 64-bit
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6 AX201, Bluetooth 5.2
Ethernet
RJ-45 LAN
Ports
3x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB 3.2 Type-C Gen 1, 1x HDMI, 1x Microphone Jack, 1x Headphone Jack
Webcam
720p HD
Keyboard
Black Red Backlit
Battery
3-Cell 52.5 Whr
Power Supply
120W
Dimensions
14" x 10" x 0.85"
Weight
4.1 lbs
Color
Black

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Slim and lightweight at 4.1 pounds, making it more portable than most gaming laptops
  • Dedicated NVIDIA GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics enable entry-level gaming that integrated graphics cannot match
  • Large 8TB PCIe SSD provides extensive storage for a sizable game library and media files
  • Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 deliver modern wireless connectivity standards
  • Includes both USB Type-A and Type-C ports along with HDMI for flexible peripheral connections

👎 Cons

  • The 60Hz display limits the smoothness of gameplay, even when the GPU can push higher frame rates
  • GTX 1650 Max-Q is an older entry-level GPU that will struggle with demanding modern titles at high settings
  • The 720p webcam produces lower-quality video, which is noticeable during video calls
  • Battery life is limited with a 52.5 Whr cell paired with a power-hungry discrete GPU

Frequently Asked Questions

It features an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q with 4GB of GDDR6 dedicated video memory, suitable for entry-level to mid-range gaming at 1080p.
Yes, it includes Wi-Fi 6 AX201 along with Bluetooth 5.2 and an Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) port for wired connections.
It has a 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080) IPS display running at 60Hz, which provides good color accuracy and viewing angles but is limited to a standard refresh rate.
The MSI GF63 Thin-15 weighs 4.1 pounds, making it one of the lighter gaming laptops available and practical for carrying to classes or LAN events.
Yes, it includes a black and red backlit keyboard for comfortable use in low-light environments.