Is the GTX 1070 still good for gaming?

It handles 1080p gaming well at high frame rates in most titles. It lacks ray tracing and DLSS, so the newest games need lowered settings.

Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?

Yes, the GS65 has accessible SO-DIMM and M.2 slots, so memory and SSD can be upgraded. The 256GB drive is the first thing most owners replace.

How is the battery life?

Short. Expect only a couple of hours of light use and well under that when gaming on battery.

Does the 144Hz screen help in games?

Yes, it makes fast-paced shooters look smoother, provided the GPU pushes high frame rates. The GTX 1070 can do that at 1080p in most esports titles.

Is it too hot or loud for everyday use?

Under light tasks it stays quiet. In demanding games the fans are audible and the chassis warms up, which is typical for a thin gaming laptop.

What comes in the box?

The laptop and its AC adapter/charger.

Where is the MSI GS65 THIN 15.6" FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptop cheapest?

At MetroMotive, for $52.82, as of our latest check.

MSI GS65 THIN 15.6" FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptop

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Our take on the MSI GS65 THIN 15.6" FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptop

The MSI GS65 Stealth Thin is a 15.6-inch gaming laptop with a 144Hz FHD screen, an Intel Core i7-8750H and a GeForce GTX 1070. Its selling point is the chassis: a slim, light body that carries desktop-class gaming hardware, which is why it drew attention when most GTX 1070 laptops were thick bricks. The trade-offs are well known: the 256GB SSD fills quickly with modern games, the GTX 1070 lacks ray tracing and DLSS, and the thin body runs warm and loud under load. It suits gamers who carry a laptop often and accept those limits; anyone wanting a quiet, cool or future-proof machine should look at newer designs.

Best forGamers who move their laptop between rooms or LAN eventsBuyers wanting a slim 15-inch with a 144Hz screenStudents who game and want one portable machinePlayers of esports and older titles at high frame rates

Pros

Slim, light chassis for a GTX 1070 laptop
144Hz FHD panel suits fast-paced shooters
Six-core i7-8750H handles gaming plus streaming
16GB RAM is enough for most games and multitasking
Strong port selection for its size

Cons

256GB SSD is small for large game libraries
GTX 1070 has no ray tracing or DLSS
Runs hot and the fans get loud under load
Battery life is short when gaming
Chassis flex and fingerprint-prone finish

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What reviewers say

Owners and reviewers praised the GS65 for packing GTX 1070 performance into a thin, light body with a smooth 144Hz screen. Common complaints were fan noise and heat under load, short battery life, and the small 256GB drive.

What people mention

DesignPraisedOwners like how thin and light it is for a GTX 1070 machine.
DisplayPraisedThe 144Hz panel is called smooth and good for fast games.
Heat and noiseCriticisedReviewers say the fans get loud and the body warms up under load.
BatteryCriticisedBattery life is short, especially when gaming unplugged.
StorageCriticisedThe 256GB SSD is seen as too small for a modern game library.
BuildMixedThe slim chassis is liked, but some note flex and a fingerprint-prone finish.

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15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080) display with 144Hz refresh rate for smooth gameplay
Intel Core i7-8750H processor (6 cores, up to 4.1 GHz)
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 dedicated graphics
16GB DDR4 RAM for smooth multitasking
256GB SSD for quick load times
Slim, portable design for gaming on the go

In the box: MSI GS65 Stealth Thin Gaming Laptop, AC Adapter/Charger

About the MSI GS65 THIN 15.6" FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptop

The MSI GS65 Stealth Thin is a 15.6-inch gaming laptop with a slim, portable design. It has a Full HD (1920 x 1080) display with a 144Hz refresh rate.

It runs on an Intel Core i7-8750H processor with 6 cores and speeds up to 4.1 GHz. NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 dedicated graphics handle gaming visuals. It has 16GB of DDR4 RAM and a 256GB SSD.

It ships with Windows 10 Home. A 4-cell lithium-ion battery powers it when it is not plugged in.

Display: 15.6" Full HD (1920 x 1080), 144Hz refresh rate
Processor: Intel Core i7-8750H, 6 cores, up to 4.1 GHz
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070
RAM: 16GB DDR4
Storage: 256GB SSD
Operating system: Windows 10 Home
Ports: 3 x USB 3.0, 1 x HDMI, 1 x Ethernet, headphone jack
Battery: 4-cell lithium-ion
Dimensions: 0.69" H x 14.1" W x 9.6" D
Weight: 4.14 lbs
In the box: MSI GS65 Stealth Thin gaming laptop, AC adapter/charger

Questions and answers

Is the GTX 1070 still good for gaming?: It handles 1080p gaming well at high frame rates in most titles. It lacks ray tracing and DLSS, so the newest games need lowered settings.
Can I upgrade the RAM and storage?: Yes, the GS65 has accessible SO-DIMM and M.2 slots, so memory and SSD can be upgraded. The 256GB drive is the first thing most owners replace.
How is the battery life?: Short. Expect only a couple of hours of light use and well under that when gaming on battery.
Does the 144Hz screen help in games?: Yes, it makes fast-paced shooters look smoother, provided the GPU pushes high frame rates. The GTX 1070 can do that at 1080p in most esports titles.
Is it too hot or loud for everyday use?: Under light tasks it stays quiet. In demanding games the fans are audible and the chassis warms up, which is typical for a thin gaming laptop.
What comes in the box?: The laptop and its AC adapter/charger.
Where is the MSI GS65 THIN 15.6" FHD 144Hz Gaming Laptop cheapest?: At MetroMotive, for $52.82, as of our latest check.