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MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 3750H 2,3GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 |
| Hard drive | 1,13TB HDD+SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | AMD Radeon RX 5500M 4GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK
| Reference / Part Number | ALPHA 15 A3DDK |
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| Release date | March 2020, 6 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 7 |
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| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 3750H |
| Processor frequency | 2,3 GHz |
| Processor generation | AMD Ryzen 3000 Series |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4 GHz |
| Processor cache | 4 MB |
Memory
| Internal memory | 8 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1,13 TB |
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| Storage media | HDD+SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total HDDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 1 TB |
| HDD interface | SATA III |
| HDD size | 2.5 " |
| Total SSDs capacity | 128 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 128 GB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 3.0 |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD,SDHC,SDXC |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
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| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | AMD Radeon RX 5500M |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon RX Vega 10 |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 4 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| On-board graphics card family | AMD Radeon RX Vega Graphics |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
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| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
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| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 0 |
| Mini DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Microphone in | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
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| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | Various |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
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| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 51 Wh |
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| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 6 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 180 W |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,3 kg |
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| Width | 357,7 mm |
| Depth | 248 mm |
| Height | 27,5 mm |
Packaging content
| Cables included | AC |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated AMD Radeon RX 5500M. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen 7 3750H processor with the AMD Radeon RX 5500M graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 8GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK weigh?
It weighs 2,3 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Alpha 15 A3DDK released?
Its release date is March 2020, 6 years ago.