MSI Classic CX CX72 7QL-032PH
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7 i7-7500U 2,7GHz |
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| Screen | 17.3" 1600x900 |
| Hard drive | 1TB HDD |
| RAM | 4GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce 940MX 2GB GDDR3 |
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Full specifications of MSI Classic CX CX72 7QL-032PH
| Reference / Part Number | CX72 7QL-032PH |
|---|---|
| Release date | April 2017, 9 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 43,9 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1600 x 900 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | HD+ |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Dual-screen | No |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
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| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-7500U |
| Processor frequency | 2,7 GHz |
| Processor generation | 7th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor cores | 2 |
| Processor threads | 4 |
| Processor boost frequency | 3,5 GHz |
| System bus rate | 4 GT/s |
| Processor cache | 4 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor socket | BGA 1356 |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor codename | Kaby Lake |
| Bus type | OPI |
| Stepping | H0 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W |
| Configurable TDP-up frequency | 2,9 GHz |
| Configurable TDP-up | 25 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 7,5 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 0,8 GHz |
| Tjunction | 100 °C |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 12 |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 1x2+2x1,1x4,2x2,4x1 |
| ECC supported by processor | No |
Memory
| Internal memory | 4 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 32 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
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| Storage media | HDD |
| Optical drive type | DVD Super Multi |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 1 TB |
| 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 | NVIDIA® GeForce® 940MX |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® HD Graphics 620 |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 2 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR3 |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 300 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 1050 MHz |
| Maximum on-board graphics card memory | 32 GB |
| On-board graphics card DirectX version | 12.0 |
| On-board graphics card OpenGL version | 4.4 |
| On-board graphics card ID | 0x5916 |
| CUDA | Yes |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 4 |
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| Speaker power | 8 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
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| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
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| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| 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 |
| DVI port | No |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 0 |
| Thunderbolt ports quantity | 0 |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Microphone in | Yes |
| Docking connector | No |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
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| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Full-size keyboard | Yes |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
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| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi) | Yes |
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| Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) | Yes |
| Intel® Smart Response Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA) | Yes |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) | Yes |
| Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Insider™ | Yes |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI | No |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel® OS Guard | Yes |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Processor package size | 42 x 24 mm |
| Supported instruction sets | AVX 2.0,SSE4.1,SSE4.2 |
| Processor code | SR2ZV |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Graphics & IMC lithography | 14 nm |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Identity Protection Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Smart Response Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 0.00 |
| Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel TSX-NI version | 0.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Processor ARK ID | 95451 |
| Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 41 Wh |
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| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 6 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
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| AC adapter frequency | 50 - 60 Hz |
| DC-in jack | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,8 kg |
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| Width | 420 mm |
| Depth | 287 mm |
| Height | 37 mm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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| Manual | Yes |
Other features
| LightScribe | No |
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| 3D | No |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Classic CX CX72 7QL-032PH good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce 940MX. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Classic CX CX72 7QL-032PH like?
It carries a 17.3" 1600x900 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Classic CX CX72 7QL-032PH have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7 i7-7500U processor with the NVIDIA GeForce 940MX graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Classic CX CX72 7QL-032PH be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 32 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 4GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Classic CX CX72 7QL-032PH come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Classic CX CX72 7QL-032PH have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader.
Does the MSI Classic CX CX72 7QL-032PH have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Classic CX CX72 7QL-032PH weigh?
It weighs 2,8 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Classic CX CX72 7QL-032PH released?
Its release date is April 2017, 9 years ago.