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MSI Modern 14 C12M-657MX
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 14" 1920x1080 IPS-Level |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro |
| Graphics card |
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Full specifications of MSI Modern 14 C12M-657MX
| Reference / Part Number | MODERN 14 C12M-657MX |
|---|---|
| Release date | February 2025, 1 year ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 35,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS-Level |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 35,6 cm |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i5 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i5-1235U |
| Processor generation | 12th gen Intel® Core™ i5 |
| Processor cores | 10 |
| Processor threads | 12 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,4 GHz |
| Performance cores | 2 |
| Efficient cores | 8 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,4 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 3,3 GHz |
| Processor cache | 12 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor base power | 15 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 55 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 8 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 3200 MHz |
| Memory form factor | On-board |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| On-board graphics card 4K support | Yes |
| On-board graphics card 6K support | Yes |
| Graphics card Open GL support | Yes |
Audio
| Audio system | Hi-Res Audio |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | Full HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | Intel |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 0 |
| 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 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel SoC |
|---|
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | White |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Pro |
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Battery
| Battery capacity | 39,3 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | No |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | No |
Security
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,4 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 319,9 mm |
| Depth | 223 mm |
| Height | 19,4 mm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Other features
| Warranty period | 1 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Modern 14 C12M-657MX good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Modern 14 C12M-657MX like?
It carries a 14" 1920x1080 IPS-Level display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Modern 14 C12M-657MX have?
It runs on the Intel Core i5-1235U processor with the Intel Iris Xe Graphics graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Which operating system does the MSI Modern 14 C12M-657MX come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Modern 14 C12M-657MX have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Modern 14 C12M-657MX have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Modern 14 C12M-657MX have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Modern 14 C12M-657MX weigh?
It weighs 1,4 kg: one of the light ones, easy to carry every day.
When was the MSI Modern 14 C12M-657MX released?
Its release date is February 2025, 1 year ago.