Is the MSI GF65 Thin good for modern games?

It handles esports titles and most games from a few years back at 1080p with high frame rates. The newest AAA releases will need lowered settings, and adding a second RAM stick helps.

Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?

Yes. There are two SO-DIMM slots that accept up to 64GB of DDR4, and the 512GB NVMe SSD can be swapped or supplemented. Both are accessible through the bottom panel.

Does the 120Hz screen matter for gaming?

It makes fast motion look smoother and cuts blur in shooters, which is a real step up from 60Hz panels at this tier. The trade-off is modest brightness and color.

How does it compare with newer budget gaming laptops?

Newer rivals often ship with 16GB of RAM and newer GPUs, but they usually cost more. The GF65 Thin competes on a light chassis and a fast CPU for its class.

The laptop and its power adapter. No mouse or bag is included.

Is it too heavy to carry to class?

At about 4.1 lb it is lighter than most 15.6-inch gaming laptops, so daily carrying is realistic. The power brick adds noticeable weight to the bag.

Where is the MSI GF65 Thin 15.6" Gaming Laptop cheapest?

At MetroMotive, for $52.82, 93% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the MSI GF65 Thin 15.6" Gaming Laptop?

3 stores we checked sell it, including MetroMotive, eBay, Walmart.

MSI GF65 Thin 15.6" Gaming Laptop

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers treat the GF65 Thin as a solid entry-level gaming machine: strong frame rates for the money, a light body and an easy upgrade path. Common complaints are the 8GB of RAM out of the box, the dim screen, fan noise and battery life.

What people mention

PerformancePraisedOwners say the i7 and GTX 1660 Ti pair delivers smooth 1080p frame rates in esports and older AAA titles.
MemoryCriticisedReviewers note that 8GB in single-channel mode limits performance until a second stick is added.
DisplayMixedThe 120Hz refresh rate is liked, but brightness and color coverage draw complaints.
NoiseCriticisedFans ramp up loudly during gaming sessions, according to owners.
PortabilityPraisedAt about 4.1 lb it is easy to carry, which buyers value for school and travel.
BatteryCriticisedUsers report short runtime unplugged, even for light tasks.

About the MSI GF65 Thin 15.6" Gaming Laptop

The MSI GF65 Thin 10SDR-1273 is a 15.6-inch gaming laptop with an Intel Core i7-10750H processor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics with 6 GB of GDDR6 video memory. The processor has 6 cores and 12 threads. Its base speed is 2.6 GHz, and it can turbo up to 5.0 GHz.

The display is an IPS-level panel with Full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The laptop has 8 GB of DDR4 memory running at 2666 MHz, which can be expanded up to 64 GB. Storage is a 512 GB NVMe solid state drive.

The laptop is black and weighs 4.1 lb (1.86 kg). It runs Windows 10 Home.

Processor

Intel Core i7-10750H, 6 cores / 12 threads, up to 5.0 GHz

Graphics

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti, 6 GB GDDR6

Memory

8 GB DDR4, 2666 MHz, expandable up to 64 GB

Storage

512 GB NVMe SSD

Display

15.6-inch IPS-level, 1920 x 1080, 120Hz

Windows 10 Home