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MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17.3" 3840x2160 IPS 120Hz |
| Hard drive | 2TB SSD |
| RAM | 64GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA RTX A5500 16GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR
| Reference / Part Number | 9S7-17Q121-079 |
|---|---|
| Release date | October 2022, 4 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Mobile workstation |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Core Black |
| Market positioning | Work |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 43,9 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | 4K Ultra HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 43,9 cm |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i9-12900HX |
| Processor generation | 12th gen Intel® Core™ i9 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5 GHz |
| Processor cores | 16 |
| Processor cache | 30 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Bus type | DMI4 |
| Configurable TDP-down | 45 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 64 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 128 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 32 GB |
| Memory slots | 4x 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 4.0 |
| 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 RTX A5500 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| On-board graphics card 4K support | Yes |
| On-board graphics card 6K support | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| Graphics card Open GL support | Yes |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in subwoofer | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
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 | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 2500 Mbit/s |
| 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 | 3 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Mini DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| Thunderbolt 4 ports quantity | 2 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
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Processor special features
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| 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 | 99 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 3,3 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 397 mm |
| Depth | 330 mm |
| Height | 23 mm |
Packaging content
| Mouse included | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA RTX A5500. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR like?
It carries a 17.3" 3840x2160 IPS 120Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR have?
It runs on the Intel Core i9-12900HX processor with the NVIDIA RTX A5500 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR be upgraded?
Yes: it has 4 memory slots and takes up to 128 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 64GB).
Which operating system does the MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × Thunderbolt 4, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR weigh?
It weighs 3,3 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI CreatorPro X17 A12UMS-079FR released?
Its release date is October 2022, 4 years ago.