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MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7-9750H 2,6GHz |
|---|---|
| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 144Hz |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 8GB GDDR6 |
Full specifications of MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499
Reference / Part Number
GE63 RAIDER RGB-499
Release date
March 2019, 7 years ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 15.6 " (39,6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Pantalla dual | No |
| Display response rise/fall | 3 ms |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
| NTSC coverage (typical) | 72 % |
| sRGB coverage (typical) | 100 % |
Processor
| Processor family | 9th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-9750H |
| Processor frequency | 2,6 GHz |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,5 GHz |
| Processor threads | 12 |
| System bus rate | 8 GT/s |
| Processor cache | 12 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor socket | BGA 1440 |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor codename | Coffee Lake |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel® HM370 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 45 W |
| Tjunction | 100 °C |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 16 |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 1x16,2x8,1x8+2x4 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Memory clock speed | 2666 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | NVMe |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Compatible memory cards | SD,SDHC,SDXC |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 2080 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics 630 |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 350 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 1150 MHz |
| Maximum on-board graphics card memory | 64 GB |
| On-board graphics card DirectX version | 12.0 |
| On-board graphics card OpenGL version | 4.5 |
| On-board graphics card ID | 0x3E9B |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| Number of discrete graphics cards installed | 1 |
| CUDA | Yes |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 3 W |
| Built-in subwoofer | Yes |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera signal format | 720p |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Bluetooth | Yes |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
|---|---|
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Mini DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Microphone in | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | Various |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| 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® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| 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 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Processor package size | 42 x 28 mm |
| Supported instruction sets | SSE4.1,SSE4.2,AVX 2.0 |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Processor ARK ID | 191045 |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 65 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 6 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 280 W |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 5.8 lbs (2,62 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 15.1 " (383 mm) |
| Depth | 10.2 " (260 mm) |
| Height | 1.2 " (29,5 mm) |
Other features
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|---|
| 3D | No |
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Frequently asked questions
How good is the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499?
It is a Gaming laptop that falls short of the power that use calls for today: 61 out of 100 against the most powerful in the catalog. For light tasks it can do.
Is the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 worth its price?
Barely: today it starts at $2599 and its 6.4 in the Kelaptop Value-for-Money Score says it meets the minimum you should expect for that money; looking at alternatives you can find more for the same.
How much does the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 cost?
Today it starts at $2599 in 1 store. Prices are checked daily.
Is the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 good for gaming?
Yes, this laptop was built for gaming: it carries the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 144Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-9750H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 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 Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader.
Does the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 weigh?
It weighs 2,62 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Gaming GE GE63 Raider RGB-499 released?
Its release date is March 2019, 7 years ago.