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MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7 i7-8750H 2,2GHz |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17.3" 1920x1080 100% sRGB |
| Hard drive | 1,13TB HDD+SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti 6GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT
| Reference / Part Number | GL73 8SD-066IT |
|---|---|
| Release date | July 2021, 5 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 17.3 " (43,9 cm) |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| RGB color space | sRGB |
| Color gamut | 100 % |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-8750H |
| Processor frequency | 2,2 GHz |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i7-8xxx |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,1 GHz |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor cache | 9 MB |
| Bus type | DMI |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel® HM370 |
| Configurable TDP-down | 35 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 1,7 GHz |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 32 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 2666 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 8 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1,13 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | HDD+SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total HDDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of HDDs installed | 1 |
| HDD capacity | 1 TB |
| HDD interface | SATA |
| Total SSDs capacity | 128 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 128 GB |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SD |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1660 Ti |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics 630 |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 6 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| CUDA | Yes |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 3 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | HD |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9560 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| 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 | Red |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Home |
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Processor special features
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | No |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI | No |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | No |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Identity Protection Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version | 0.00 |
| Intel Secure Key Technology version | 1.00 |
| Intel TSX-NI version | 0.00 |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 51 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 180 W |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 6.4 lbs (2,9 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 16.5 " (419 mm) |
| Depth | 11.3 " (287 mm) |
| Height | 1.3 " (33 mm) |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT like?
It carries a 17.3" 1920x1080 100% sRGB display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7 i7-8750H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 32 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader.
Does the MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT weigh?
It weighs 2,9 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Gaming GL GL73 8SD-066IT released?
Its release date is July 2021, 5 years ago.