MSI GL72 17.3-inch
Pros
- 2TB HDD + 256GB SSD
- Intel Skylake processor
- USB 3.1 Type-C
- GeForce GTX 960M
Cons
- No backlit keyboard
- Bulky
- Battery life
Bottom Line
The GL72 has been upgraded to by Computer Upgrade King to offer better performance and a generous amount of storage space. But the 2TB hard drive is a slower 5400rpm drive.
The MSI GL72 is a bestselling MSI gaming laptop that has been praised for its large amount of storage space, its 6th generation Intel Skylake processor and for its healthy amount of RAM. Computer Upgrade King have taken GL72 and have upgraded it to increase its performance. With its large amount of storage space you can easily store all of your media and games. But the 2TB mechanical hard drive is only a 5400rpm drive which offers slower read/write speeds.
- Weight: 6 lbs
- Processor: Intel Core i7-6700HQ 2.6GHz
- Display Size: 17.3 inch
- RAM: 16GB DDR3
- Operating System: Windows 10 Home
- Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 960M
Score Summary
Critic Reviews
- LaptopMag November 10, 2014
The MSI GT72 Dominator Pro gaming laptop delivers first-class speed and performance with excellent audio and a customizable keyboard.
Read full review - NotebookCheck May 29, 2015
The MSI GE72 is a 17.3-inch gaming notebook with great performance and a strong panel with 94% sRGB coverage. Overall, MSI offers a good package for gamers.
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Specifications
| Processor | Intel Core i7-6700HQ 2.6GHz [View Benchmarks] |
|---|---|
| Graphics | Nvidia GeForce GTX 960M [View Benchmarks] |
| Graphics Type | Discrete |
| Graphics Memory | 2GB GDDR5 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR3 |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows Windows 10 Home |
| Weight | 6 lbs |
| Battery Life | 3.5 hours |
| Hard Drive 1 | 256 SSD |
| Hard Drive 2 | 2000 HDD 5400 |
| Display Size | 17.3 inch |
| Display Type | IPS |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Display Technology | LED Backlight | In-plane switching |
| Connectivity | 2x USB 3.0 | USB 2.0 | USB 3.1 Type-C | HDMI | Mini DisplayPort | Gigabit Ethernet | AC WiFi | Bluetooth 4.0 |
| Audio | Stereo speakers |
| Webcam | HD 720p |
| Additional Features | Memory card reader | Steel Series keyboard |
| Dimension (LxWxH) | 16.49 x 11.02 x 1.14 |
| Warranty | 1 year |