MSI unveils GX780, the very sexy 17.3-inch gaming notebook

The launched

MSI on April 27 unveiled a new version GX780 Gaming laptop with certain unique features for gamers. The gaming laptop will exclusively have a superb keyboard, better visual experience and a fantastic design to enthuse gamers. In addition, MSI GX780 Gaming laptop supports DirectX 11 and sports a 3-color LED backlit display so as to realize great display experience. MSI has moved Windows Start key of the new laptop on the right so as to avoid the accidental hitting problem of its previous version. At a glance, the new gaming laptop from MSI looks like an incredible product for the gaming community

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Functionality:

As a laptop for gaming, MSI GX780 Gaming laptop packs in several high performing components. The device has a 17.3-inch display with 1920 x 1080 or 1600 x 900 resolution. Under the hood, MSI GX780 highlights a 2.0 GHz Core i7-2630QM processor, up to 16GB RAM and two hard drives of 1.5TB storage capacity. For connectivity, the MSI new gaming device will depend on features like Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11 b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 2.1. Further, a multi-card reader, HDMI output, two USB 3.0 ports and a 9-cell (7800 mAh) battery adds into the capability of the laptop. A Blu-ray or DVD drive, two speakers and a subwoofer and a High Definition webcam are also there.

Factbox

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What to expect

The gaming laptop gives much hope for gamers with its list of specifications. Particular additions to the existing features make the MSI gaming laptop further rich, indeed. MSI GX780 laptop’s keyboard is quite funny with 30-color LED backlight. It will add into the glam of the device at a whole. Large Ctrl and Alt keys are other points of attraction on its keyboard. The device however weighs at a bulky 3.9kg. The laptop features TDE (Turbo Drive Engine) for longer life on battery and Cooler Boost technologies to prevent overheating. The subwoofer of the device is supported by Dynaudio and THX TruStudio Pro.

What not to expect

Along with an array of incredible features, MSI GX780 Gaming laptop has a few shortcomings. Weight of above 3kg and the lack of 3D compatibility are the major shortfalls of the laptop for exclusive gaming.

Wrap up

The new MSI GX780 gaming laptop comes up pre-loaded with Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate / Professional / Home Premium OS. The device’s Cooler Boost technology will indeed be a blessing for gamers, who want to spend long hours playing their favorite titles. However, MSI has not yet disclosed how much its refurbished gaming laptop will cost. Release date is also unexposed. The company will be soon announcing both.