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MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 17.3" 1920x1080 |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti 4GB GDDR6 |
Full specifications of MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642
| Reference / Part Number | SWORD 17 A11UD-642 |
|---|---|
| Release date | January 2022, 4 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | White |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 17.3 " (43,9 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-11800H |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i7-11xxx |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,6 GHz |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor cache | 24 MB |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel HM570 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
|---|---|
| Maximum internal memory | 64 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 3200 MHz |
| Memory form factor | SO-DIMM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) | 2 x 8 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 | NVMe,PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
| Card reader integrated | No |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 4 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| CUDA | Yes |
Audio
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
|---|
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 |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | Blue |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|
Battery
| Battery capacity | 53,5 Wh |
|---|
Power
| AC adapter power | 150 W |
|---|
Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 5.7 lbs (2,6 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 15.7 " (398 mm) |
| Depth | 10.7 " (273 mm) |
| Height | 1 " (25,2 mm) |
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Frequently asked questions
How good is the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642?
It is a Gaming laptop that falls short of the power that use calls for today: 53 out of 100 against the most powerful in the catalog. For light tasks it can do.
Is the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 worth its price?
Barely: today it starts at $1599 and its 5.5 in the Kelaptop Value-for-Money Score says it meets the minimum you should expect for that money; looking at alternatives you can find more for the same.
How much does the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 cost?
Today it starts at $1599 in 1 store. Prices are checked daily.
Is the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 good for gaming?
Yes, this laptop was built for gaming: it carries the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 like?
It carries a 17.3" 1920x1080 display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-11800H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 be upgraded?
Yes: it has 2 memory slots and takes up to 64 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 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 Sword 17 A11UD-642 have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 weigh?
It weighs 2,6 kg: one of the heavy ones, more of a desk machine than a daily commuter.
When was the MSI Sword 17 A11UD-642 released?
Its release date is January 2022, 4 years ago.