MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR
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Main specs
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U 2,1GHz |
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| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 8GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card |
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Full specifications of MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR
| Reference / Part Number | MODERN 15 A5M-214FR |
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| Release date | September 2021, 5 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Grey |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Carbon Gray |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 39,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS |
| Display diagonal (metric) | 39,6 cm |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen™ 5 |
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| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 5500U |
| Processor frequency | 2,1 GHz |
| Processor generation | AMD Ryzen 5000 Series |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4 GHz |
| Processor cache | 8 MB |
| Processor cache type | L3 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 8 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 3200 MHz |
| Memory slots | 2x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | NVMe,PCI Express 3.0 |
| 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 | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| On-board graphics card family | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Graphics card Open GL support | Yes |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
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| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
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| Front camera resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
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| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) |
| WLAN controller model | RZ608 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | AMD |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.1 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
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| 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 | 3 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | White |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
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Battery
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
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| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,6 kg |
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| Width | 356,8 mm |
| Depth | 233,8 mm |
| Height | 18,9 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated AMD Radeon Graphics · AMD Ryzen 5 5500U. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor with the AMD Radeon Graphics · AMD Ryzen 5 5500U graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 8GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR weigh?
It weighs 1,6 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Modern 15 A5M-214FR released?
Its release date is September 2021, 5 years ago.