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MSI Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR
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Main specs
| Processor | |
|---|---|
| Screen | 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS-Level 144Hz 45% NTSC |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 11 Home |
| Graphics card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4GB GDDR6 |
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Full specifications of MSI Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR
Reference / Part Number
THIN 15 B12UC-2221FR
Release date
June 2024, 2 years ago
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
|---|---|
| Product color | Gray |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
| Color name | Cosmos Gray |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 15.6 " (39,6 cm) |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | No |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Panel type | IPS-Level |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Anti-glare screen | Yes |
| RGB color space | NTSC |
| Color gamut | 45 % |
| Maximum refresh rate | 144 Hz |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i5 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i5-12450H |
| Generación del procesador | Intel Core i5-12xxx |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,4 GHz |
| Núcleos de rendimiento | 4 |
| Núcleos de eficiencia | 4 |
| Frecuencia turbo máxima del núcleo de rendimiento | 4.4 |
| Frecuencia turbo máxima del núcleo de eficiencia | 3.3 |
| Processor cache | 12 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Potencia base del procesador | 45 |
| Potencia turbo máxima | 95 |
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 | 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 3050 |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Discrete GPU manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| Discrete graphics card memory | 4 GB |
| Discrete graphics memory type | GDDR6 |
| Fabricante de GPU (unidad de procesamiento gráfico) integrada | Intel |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD 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 |
| Video capturing speed | 30 fps |
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 |
| 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 | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
Performance
| Motherboard chipset | Intel SoC |
|---|---|
| Repairability index | 8.1 |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | Touchpad |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Keyboard backlit color | Blue |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 11 Home |
|---|---|
| Bundled software | Nvidia GeForce Experience, Gaming Mode, MSI App Player, Game Highlights, MSI Companion, Crosshair, Battery Master, MSI Center, DTS Audio Processing, Smart Auto |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 52,4 Wh |
|---|---|
| Number of battery cells | 3 |
Control de energía
| Puerto de carga USB tipo C | Yes |
|---|---|
| AC adapter power | 120 W |
| DC-in jack | 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 | 4.1 lbs (1,86 kg) |
|---|---|
| Width | 14.1 " (359 mm) |
| Depth | 10 " (254 mm) |
| Height | 0.9 " (21,7 mm) |
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 Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR good for gaming?
You can game on it, though this laptop was not built for it: it carries the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
What is the screen of the MSI Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR like?
It carries a 15.6" 1920x1080 IPS-Level 144Hz 45% NTSC display.
Which processor and graphics card does the MSI Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR have?
It runs on the Intel Core i5-12450H processor with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the MSI Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR 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 Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR come with?
It comes with Windows 11 Home preinstalled.
Which ports does the MSI Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR have?
According to its spec sheet: 1 × USB-C, 3 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the MSI Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the MSI Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR have a touch screen?
No, according to its spec sheet the screen is not a touch screen.
How much does the MSI Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR weigh?
It weighs 1,86 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the MSI Thin 15 B12UC-2221FR released?
Its release date is June 2024, 2 years ago.