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The need for speed is always in high demand, especially when daily life demands a fast pace. Be it work or play, every minute counts towards maintaining a schedule, where delays can create a snowball effect of lost productivity and more. MSI, with its top-end line of laptops, presents a reliable suite to keep up with the hectic lifestyle, offering users the ease of breezing through everything from day-to-day tasks and content creation to GPU-intensive video games.
These powerhouses are built to last, too. Offering an edge in the long run, they come decked out with a military-grade chassis, ensuring protection from rough handling, shock, environmental conditions, and similar circumstances. The added toughness and durability guarantees everyday reliability, allowing users to work and play for long hours without sacrificing thermal management.
MSI Stealth 16 Mercedes-AMG Motorsport
The embodiment of speed, the MSI Stealth 16 Mercedes-AMG Motorsport (S$4,599) marries luxury with performance to deliver an impressive gaming experience. The device, honoring the spirit of the renowned V8 biturbo engine in the Mercedes-AMG series, promises 20 per cent boost in overall performance when maxed out to a 14-core 13th Gen Intel H-series processor, along with a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 GPU for powerful gaming capabilities. For further optimisation, users can switch from Discrete Graphics Mode to MSHybrid Graphics Mode / NVIDIA Optimus, which offers more powerful gaming performance and efficiency with a single click.
All of this is packed into a svelte 1.88kg chassis, armed with a 16-inch 16:10 OLED display with UHD+ resolution (3,840 x 2,400), the new Cooler Boost 5 system comprising dual fans and five heat pipes, and a six speaker set-up. The laptop’s diverse port selection also makes it easy to hook up to any external accessories, from a gaming mouse and to a hard drive. With a 3.5mm jack, a Thunderbolt 4 port, a USB Type-A port, a USB-Type C port, an HDMI 2.1 port, a LAN port, and a microSD card reader, melding play and work is a convenient affair.
For those seeking a classy upgrade, the MSI Stealth 16 Mercedes-AMG Motorsport is available exclusively at Harvey Norman stores in Singapore.
MSI Stealth 16 Studio
Speed continues to be the name of the game for the MSI Stealth 16 Studio, the more affordable alternative for those seeking a stylish, minimalist aesthetic. Available in Pure White and Star Blue, the machine features a 240Hz QHD+ display (2,560 x 1,600) that’s been tailor-made and highly optimised for gaming enthusiasts. It weighs in at under 2kg, but inherits most of the performance elements from its Mercedes-themed sibling, such as the same speaker and cooling system, a 99.9Whr battery capacity, and the Discrete Graphics Mode feature.
Things are a little different under the hood, however. While the Stealth 16 Studio (A13VF) can still be outfitted with up to a 13th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and an RTX 4060 graphics card, it tops out at 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage – as opposed to the RTX 4070, 32GB RAM and 2TB storage configuration on the Mercedes build.
Meanwhile, the former’s higher-specced sibling (A13VG) packs even more horsepower, capable of equipping up to an Intel Core i9 processor, an RTX 4070 GPU, and 32GB of RAM. It’s priced at S$3,499, which is S$200 more than the A13VF (S$3,299).
MSI Katana 15
Like its distinguished namesake, the MSI Katana 15 is sharp, deadly, and quick. Sporting a 13th Gen Intel i7 processor and up to an RTX 4070 GPU, it offers blistering hardware performance that goes hand in hand with a 165Hz QHD IPS-level display (2,560 x 1,440), resulting in smooth and crisp images. This visual prowess carries over to gaming experience as well, with full ray tracing and AI-powered DLSS 3 technology breathing life into realistic, detailed virtual worlds.
NVIDIA Max-Q, meanwhile, works together with NVIDIA Reflex to bring an edge in both productivity and competitive gameplay. Where the former optimises the system for peak efficiency, NVIDIA Reflex delivers the lowest latency and best responsiveness, allowing for quicker reaction times and enhanced aim precision for fast-paced titles, such as first-person shooters.
Other notable features include the Cooler Boost 5 system, Discrete Graphics Mode / NVIDIA Optimus, a 200W battery, and a versatile port selection that includes the HDMI 2.1, USB-C, and USB-A options, and more. At S$2,999, the Katana 15 packs plenty of punch for users, whether they are busy defeating enemies on the battlefield, or doing heavy rendering or editing work at their workstation.
MSI Cyborg 15
Keeping in line with the futuristic and cyberpunk theming, the MSI Cyborg 15 range throws some affordability into the mix without sacrificing speed and performance. The S$1,699 base model (A12U) can equip up to an RTX 3050 GPU and 12th Gen Intel Core processor, while its higher-end sibling (A12V) promises an upgrade to the RTX 4060 for S$2,299.
Like other RTX 40-series laptops, the latter includes the same ray tracing, DLSS 3, and NVIDIA Max-Q perks, which are all also available on the A12U but to a lesser extent. Additionally, both devices are outfitted with a 15.6-inch 144Hz FHD display (1,920 x 1,080) and a 1.98kg chassis, making them a viable consideration for users who prefer a lighter build – especially when compared to the Katana 15’s heft of 2.25kg.
What sets the Cyborg 15 apart though, is its striking design language. Regardless of model, the see-through aesthetic will be a constant, packing translucent parts on the keyboard and chassis, cybernetic-like trims, stylised text on the bottom plate, and highlighted neon WASD keys. Elsewhere, the pair of machines presents identical offerings, such as a 120W battery, various connectivity options, and 512GB of storage.
As an added bonus, all five MSI laptops will include a two-year limited warranty, with the first year extending to international validity. This means users can work and play anywhere, anytime, without having to worry about incurring additional repair or replacement charges during that time frame (within reasonable means, of course).
With each model wielding their own specialities, MSI has put together a reliable suite that plays into the fast-paced, hectic demands of everyday life, and meets different user needs at the same time. Aesthetics, performance, and affordability options are just some of the considerations that go into the decision-making process, which can be overwhelming in its own right – but made easier now, courtesy of having speed as a stamp of guarantee on every device. If all else fails, at least there’s the assurance that it won’t.
Si Jia is a casual geek at heart – or as casual as someone with Sephiroth’s theme on her Spotify playlist can get. A fan of movies, games, and Japanese culture, Si Jia’s greatest weakness is the Steam Summer Sale. Or any Steam sale, really.
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