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MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7 i7-5700HQ 2,7GHz |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17.3" 1920x1080 |
| Hard drive | 1,13TB HDD+SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR3L-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M 2GB GDDR5 |
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Full specifications of MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2
| Reference / Part Number | 9S7-179111-235-HID2 |
|---|---|
| Release date | March 2018, 8 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 43,9 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Display surface | Matt |
| Dual-screen | No |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-5700HQ |
| Processor frequency | 2,7 GHz |
| Processor generation | 5th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor threads | 8 |
| Processor boost frequency | 3,5 GHz |
| System bus rate | 5 GT/s |
| Processor cache | 6 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
| Processor socket | BGA 1364 |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 32-bit,64-bit |
| Processor codename | Broadwell |
| Bus type | DMI2 |
| Stepping | G0 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 47 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 37 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 0,6 GHz |
| Tjunction | 105 °C |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 16 |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 1x16,2x4,1x8,2x8 |
| ECC supported by processor | No |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 16 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR3L-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 1600 MHz |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1,13 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | HDD+SSD |
| Optical drive type | DVD Super Multi |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 1 TB |
| HDD interface | SATA |
| HDD speed | 7200 RPM |
| SSD capacity | 128 GB |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD,SDHC,SDXC |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 960M |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® HD Graphics 5600 |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 2 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR5 |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 300 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 1050 MHz |
| Maximum on-board graphics card memory | 32 GB |
| On-board graphics card DirectX version | 11.2 |
| On-board graphics card OpenGL version | 4.3 |
| On-board graphics card ID | 0x1612 |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 4 |
|---|---|
| Speakers manufacturer | Dynaudio |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,1000,100 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.1 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 3 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 1.4b |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 0 |
| Mini DisplayPorts quantity | 1 |
| DVI port | No |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 0 |
| Thunderbolt ports quantity | 0 |
| Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity | 0 |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| S/PDIF out port | No |
| Microphone in | Yes |
| Line-in | Yes |
| Docking connector | No |
| ExpressCard slot | No |
| CardBus PCMCIA slots quantity | 0 |
| CardBus PCMCIA slot type | No |
| SmartCard slot | No |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel® HM87 |
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Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel® Smart Response Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA) | Yes |
| 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® Insider™ | Yes |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel® Smart Cache | Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| 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® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Processor package size | 37.5 x 32 x 1.8 mm |
| Supported instruction sets | SSE4.2,AVX 2.0,SSE4.1 |
| Processor code | SR2BP |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Graphics & IMC lithography | 14 nm |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Identity Protection Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Smart Response Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 0.00 |
| Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Small Business Advantage (SBA) version | 1.00 |
| Intel TSX-NI version | 0.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Intel FDI Technology | Yes |
| Intel Fast Memory Access | Yes |
| Processor ARK ID | 87716 |
| Conflict-Free processor | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 60 Wh |
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| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 6 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 150 W |
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| DC-in jack | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
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| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,7 kg |
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| Width | 419 mm |
| Depth | 280 mm |
| Height | 29 mm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cables included | AC |
Other features
| LightScribe | No |
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| 3D | No |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2 good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2 like?
It carries a 17.3" 1920x1080 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2 have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7 i7-5700HQ processor with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2 be upgraded?
It has 2 memory slots, but it already ships with the maximum it takes (16 GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2 come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2 have?
According to its spec sheet: 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader.
Does the MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2 have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2 have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2 weigh?
It weighs 2,7 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Gaming GE GE72 2QD Apache 235-HID2 released?
Its release date is March 2018, 8 years ago.