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MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17" 2560x1600 IPS-Level 240Hz 400 nits 100% DCI-P3 |
| Hard drive | 1TB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 32GB DDR5-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 8GB GDDR7 |
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Full specifications of MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE
| Reference / Part Number | PULSE A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE |
|---|---|
| Also sold as | PULSE A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-015NL |
| Release date | May 2025, 1 year ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Colour name | Core Black |
| Housing material | Metal,Plastic |
| Original brand name | MSI |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 43,2 cm |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2560 x 1600 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Quad HD+ |
| Panel type | IPS-Level |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:10 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| Display brightness | 400 cd/m² |
| RGB colour space | DCI-P3 |
| Colour gamut | 100 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 240 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | AMD |
| Processor model | 370 |
| Processor frequency | 2 GHz |
| Processor cores | 12 |
| Processor threads | 24 |
| Processor boost frequency | 5,1 GHz |
| Processor cache | 36 MB |
| Processor cache type | L2 & L3 |
| L3 cache | 24 MB |
| L2 cache | 12 MB |
Neural processor unit (NPU)
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | AMD Ryzen AI |
|---|---|
| Total processor performance up to | 80 TOPs |
| NPU performance up to | 50 TOPs |
Memory
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 96 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR5-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 5600 MHz |
| 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 |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 |
| On-board graphics card model | AMD Radeon 890M |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 8 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR7 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer | AMD |
Audio
| Audio system | Nahimic 3 |
|---|---|
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
| Privacy camera | Yes |
| Privacy type | Privacy shutter |
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 | AMD RZ616 |
| WLAN controller manufacturer | AMD |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 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 | 3 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 0 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 2.1 |
| Intel® Thunderbolt 4 | Yes |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| USB Type-C DisplayPort Alternate Mode | Yes |
Performance
| Repairability index | 8 |
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Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit colour | RGB |
| Keyboard backlit zone | 24-zone RGB |
| Copilot key | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Copilot | Yes |
| Copilot+ PC | Yes |
| Bundled software | Nvidia GeForce Experience, Nahimic 3, MSI App Player, Mystic Light, Game Highlights, MSI Companion, Crosshair, Battery Master, MSI Center, Discrete Graphics Mode, MSI AI Engine, Nvidia Broadcast, Microsoft Effect Pack (MEP) |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 90 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 4 |
| Battery capacity | 5815 mAh |
Power
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 200 W |
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version | 2.0 |
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 2,8 kg |
|---|---|
| Width | 383,2 mm |
| Depth | 279,9 mm |
| Height (front) | 2,22 cm |
| Height (rear) | 2,97 cm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Other features
| Warranty period | 2 year(s) |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE like?
It carries a 17" 2560x1600 IPS-Level 240Hz 400 nits 100% DCI-P3 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE have?
It runs on the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5060 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 96 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 32GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE have?
According to its spec sheet: 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
What material is the MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE made of?
Its housing is made of Metal,Plastic.
How much does the MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE weigh?
It weighs 2,8 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Pulse A17 AI+ C3XWFKG-016BE released?
Its release date is May 2025, 1 year ago.