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MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 14" 1920x1200 IPS-Level 120Hz 300 nits 50% |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | |
| Other | Keyboard French. No charger. |
Full specifications of MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN
| Reference / Part Number | MODERN 14S G3MG-042FRN |
|---|---|
| Release date | September 2026, 1 month ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Silver |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Urban Silver |
| Housing material | Metal,Plastic |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 35,6 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1200 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD+ |
| Panel type | IPS-Level |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Display brightness | 300 cd/m² |
| Colour gamut | 50 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 120 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel Core 7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | 350 |
| Processor generation | Intel Core (Series 3) |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor threads | 6 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,8 GHz |
| Performance cores | 2 |
| Efficient cores | 0 |
| Low Power Efficient-cores | 4 |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,8 GHz |
| Low Power Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 3,6 GHz |
| Performance-core base frequency | 1,5 GHz |
| Low Power Efficient-core Base Frequency | 1400 MHz |
| Processor cache | 6 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor socket | FCBGA1516 |
| Processor base power | 15 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 35 W |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Copilot+ PC | Yes |
|---|---|
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Intel AI Boost |
| Sparsity support | Yes |
| Windows Studio effects support | Yes |
| AI software frameworks supported by NPU | OpenVINO,Windows ML,ONNX RT,WebNN |
| NPU performance up to | 17 TOPs |
| GPU performance up to | 21 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 16 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 1 x 16 GB |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
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 4.0 |
| NVMe | Yes |
| M.2 SSD size | 2280 (22 x 80 mm) |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® Graphics |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® Graphics |
Audio
| Audio system | DTS Audio Processing |
|---|---|
| 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 | HD |
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 |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.4 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| 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-C ports quantity | 2 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel SoC |
|---|---|
| Repairability index | 8 |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | White |
| Keyboard number of keys | 83 |
| Keyboard language | French |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|
| Bundled software | DTS Audio Processing, MSI AI Engine, MSI Center S |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 42 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
| Battery capacity | 3640 mAh |
| Battery weight | 179 g |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,5 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 315,9 mm |
| Depth | 223,9 mm |
| Height (front) | 1,11 cm |
| Height (rear) | 1,79 cm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | No |
|---|
Other features
| Warranty period | 2 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
How good is the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN?
It is a General use laptop with decent power for what that use calls for today: 47 out of 100 against the most powerful in the catalog.
Is the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN worth its price?
Generally yes: today it starts at €1339 and its 8.2 in the Kelaptop Value-for-Money Score puts it above the average of its type at that price.
How much does the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN cost?
Today it starts at €1339 in 1 store. Prices are checked daily.
Is the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel Graphics. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN like?
It carries a 14" 1920x1200 IPS-Level 120Hz 300 nits 50% display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN have?
It runs on the Intel Core 7 350 processor with the Intel Graphics graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN be upgraded?
It has 2 memory slots, but it already ships with the maximum it takes (16 GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN made of?
Its housing is made of Metal,Plastic.
How much does the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN weigh?
It weighs 1,5 kg: one of the light ones, easy to carry every day.
When was the MSI Modern 14S G3MG-042FRN released?
Its release date is September 2026, 1 month ago.