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MSI Creator M16 A12UD-231ES
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7-12700H 3,5GHz |
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| Screen | 16" 2560x1600 60Hz 500 nits 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti 4GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Creator M16 A12UD-231ES
| Reference / Part Number | CREATOR M16 A12UD-231ES |
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| Release date | February 2022, 4 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 16 " (40,6 cm) |
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| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display surface | Matt |
| Display brightness | 500 cd/m² |
| RGB color space | DCI-P3 |
| Color gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 60 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
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| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-12700H |
| Processor frequency | 3,5 GHz |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i7-12xxx |
| Frecuencia base de núcleo eficiente | 4.7 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,7 GHz |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Configurable TDP-down | 35 W |
| Potencia base del procesador | 45 |
| Potencia turbo máxima | 115 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
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| 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 | 1 TB |
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| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
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| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Fabricante de GPU (unidad de procesamiento gráfico) integrada | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 4 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
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| Speaker power | 2 W |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
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| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac),Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
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 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
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| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | White |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 |
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Processor special features
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
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| 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 |
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| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 180 W |
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Security
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 5 lbs (2,26 kg) |
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| Width | 14.1 " (359 mm) |
| Depth | 10.2 " (259 mm) |
| Height | 0.9 " (23,9 mm) |
Other features
| Warranty period | 3 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Creator M16 A12UD-231ES good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Creator M16 A12UD-231ES like?
It carries a 16" 2560x1600 60Hz 500 nits 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Creator M16 A12UD-231ES have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-12700H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Creator M16 A12UD-231ES be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Creator M16 A12UD-231ES come with?
It comes with Windows 11 preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Creator M16 A12UD-231ES 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 A12UD-231ES have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Creator M16 A12UD-231ES have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Creator M16 A12UD-231ES weigh?
It weighs 2,26 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Creator M16 A12UD-231ES released?
Its release date is February 2022, 4 years ago.