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MSI Gaming GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17" 2560x1600 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 16GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Gaming GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT
| Reference / Part Number | VECTOR GP78HX 13VI-425IT |
|---|---|
| Release date | May 2023, 3 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Color name | Cosmos Gray |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 17 " (43,2 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| RGB color space | DCI-P3 |
| Color gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i9 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i9-13980HX |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i9-13xxx |
| Processor cores | 24 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,6 GHz |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 16 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 1 TB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 1 TB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 1 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 GeForce RTX 4090 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 16 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| Fabricante de GPU (unidad de procesamiento gráfico) integrada | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
Audio
| Audio system | Nahimic 3 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speakers manufacturer | Nahimic |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| 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 model | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000,2500 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 1 |
| 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 | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 2 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Número de puertos Thunderbolt 4 | 1 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM770 |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 330 W |
|---|
Security
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 6.6 lbs (3 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 15 " (380,3 mm) |
| Depth | 11.7 " (298 mm) |
| Height (front) | 0.9 " (2,35 cm) |
| Height (rear) | 1.2 " (2,94 cm) |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Gaming GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Gaming GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT like?
It carries a 17" 2560x1600 240Hz 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Gaming GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT have?
It runs on the Intel Core i9-13980HX processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4090 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Gaming GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT 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 GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Gaming GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × Thunderbolt 4, 2 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Gaming GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Gaming GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Gaming GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT weigh?
It weighs 3 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Gaming GP Vector GP78HX 13VI-425IT released?
Its release date is May 2023, 3 years ago.