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MSI Creator M16 A12UC
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 16" 2560x1600 |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Creator M16 A12UC
| Reference / Part Number | 9S7-158432-431 |
|---|---|
| Release date | November 2022, 3 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 40,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-12700H |
| Processor generation | 12th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,7 GHz |
| Processor cores | 14 |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Configurable TDP-down | 35 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 3200 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 4 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | White |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|
Processor special features
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 53,5 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 180 W |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,26 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 359 mm |
| Depth | 259 mm |
| Height | 23,9 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Creator M16 A12UC good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Creator M16 A12UC like?
It carries a 16" 2560x1600 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Creator M16 A12UC have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-12700H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Creator M16 A12UC be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Creator M16 A12UC come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Creator M16 A12UC have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Creator M16 A12UC have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Creator M16 A12UC have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Creator M16 A12UC weigh?
It weighs 2,26 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Creator M16 A12UC released?
Its release date is November 2022, 3 years ago.