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MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17" 2560x1600 |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti 8GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA
| Reference / Part Number | CREATOR Z17 A12UGST-070CA |
|---|---|
| Release date | April 2023, 3 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Gray |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 17 " (43,2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i9-12900H |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i9-12xxx |
| Processor cores | 14 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5 GHz |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Configurable TDP-down | 35 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 4800 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 2 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 2 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 2 TB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 4 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Killer |
| Ethernet LAN | No |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Número de puertos Thunderbolt 4 | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Performance
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
|---|
Processor special features
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | 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 | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 240 W |
|---|
Security
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 5.5 lbs (2,49 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 15 " (382 mm) |
| Depth | 10.2 " (260 mm) |
| Height | 0.7 " (19 mm) |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA like?
It carries a 17" 2560x1600 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA have?
It runs on the Intel Core i9-12900H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 128 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 4, 1 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA have a touch screen?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the screen is a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA weigh?
It weighs 2,49 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Creator Z17 A12UGST-070CA released?
Its release date is April 2023, 3 years ago.