MSI Pulse 17 B13VFK
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17.3" 1920x1080 144Hz |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | No OS installed |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 8GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Pulse 17 B13VFK
| Reference / Part Number | 9S7-17L531-073 |
|---|---|
| Release date | January 2023, 3 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Grey |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Titanium Gray |
| Market positioning | Gaming |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 43,9 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-13700H |
| Processor generation | 13th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor cores | 14 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5 GHz |
| Efficient-core boost frequency | 3,7 GHz |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Configurable TDP-down | 35 W |
| Processor base power | 45 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 115 W |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5200 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| 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 |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
Audio
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
|---|---|
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
Network
| Mobile network connection | No |
|---|---|
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.2 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 4-zone RGB |
Software
| Operating system installed | FreeDOS |
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Processor special features
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
Power
| AC adapter power | 240 W |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,7 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 398 mm |
| Depth | 273 mm |
| Height | 27,2 mm |
Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Pulse 17 B13VFK good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Pulse 17 B13VFK like?
It carries a 17.3" 1920x1080 144Hz display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Pulse 17 B13VFK have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-13700H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Pulse 17 B13VFK 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 Pulse 17 B13VFK come with?
It comes with no operating system installed: the price does not include a license and you will have to install one yourself.
Which ports does the MSI Pulse 17 B13VFK have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Pulse 17 B13VFK have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Pulse 17 B13VFK have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Pulse 17 B13VFK weigh?
It weighs 2,7 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Pulse 17 B13VFK released?
Its release date is January 2023, 3 years ago.