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Background
The MSI GF65 Thin 10UE is a gaming laptop designed to offer solid performance for gamers and power users. Manufactured by MSI, a Taiwan-based company known for its gaming hardware and PC components, this model balances capable hardware with a lightweight, compact design compared to other MSI lines like the GT and GE series, which focus on larger builds and advanced cooling systems.
Powered by an Intel Core i7-10750H processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card, the GF65 Thin 10UE was made with gamers in mind. It supports features like real-time ray tracing due to NVIDIA's RTX technology, and includes a 144Hz refresh rate for smoother visuals. Due to weighing under 2kg the MSI GF65 Thin 10UE is a portable machine.
The compact design introduces challenges in heat management, though MSI incorporates heat pipe technology and optimized fan configurations to mitigate this issue. The laptop also supports memory and storage upgrades, providing users the flexibility to adapt the system to their needs over time.
Identification
The MSI GF65 Thin 10UE has a more compact design with a matte black aluminum chassis and brushed metal finish. The laptop’s exterior is marked by MSI's red dragon logo, providing a subtle gaming aesthetic. Measuring 14.13 inches wide, 9.99 inches deep, and 0.85 inches thick, and weighing approximately 4.19 pounds (1.9 kg). Its slim bezels surround a 15.6-inch Full HD display.
The keyboard includes a red backlight, which maintains the gaming style along with red accents around the keys. This model, the MSI GF65 Thin 10UE, is equipped with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU, distinguishing it from other configurations within the GF65 series that may feature different graphics options.
Technical Specifications
Processor: Intel Core i7-10750H (6 cores, 2.6 GHz base clock, up to 5.0 GHz with Turbo Boost)
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 with 6GB GDDR6 VRAM
Display: 15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS-level panel with 144Hz refresh rate
Memory: 16GB DDR4-2666 (2 x 8GB), upgradable to 64GB
Storage: 512GB NVMe SSD, with an additional slot for storage expansion
Operating System: Windows 10 Home (Upgradeable to Windows 11)
Dimensions: 14.13 x 9.99 x 0.85 inches (Width x Depth x Height)
Weight: Approximately 4.19 pounds (1.9 kg)
Battery: 3-cell, 51Wh Li-Polymer battery (Up to 7 hours of general use)
Keyboard: Red backlit, chiclet-style keyboard with anti-ghosting technology
Audio: 2 x 2W stereo speakers, Hi-Res Audio certified, with Nahimic 3 audio enhancement
Ports:
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C (support for DisplayPort)
1 x HDMI 2.0 (supports 4K output at 60Hz)
1 x Ethernet port (RJ-45)
1 x Audio combo jack (headphone/microphone)
Wireless Connectivity:
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Bluetooth 5.1
Cooling: MSI Cooler Boost 5 technology with dual fans and 6 heat pipes
Color: Matte black with red accents on the keyboard
Sources:
MSI Official Product Page
MSI GF65 Thin 10UE Specs - NotebookCheck
Additional Information
MSI GF65 Thin 10UE Official Product Page: MSI's product page for the GF65 Thin 10UE contains a thorough description of technical specifications, user manuals, software updates, and customer support.
NotebookCheck MSI GF65 Thin Review: NotebookCheck carried out quite an in-depth review for the MSI GF65 Thin 10UE performance benchmarks, display quality tests, battery life tests, and a summary of pros and cons associated with the device.
MSI Forums: The MSI forums can be a great place to find troubleshooting information for your device. Many people have had different problems and posted them into the forums. So finding a solution to a problem the user is having is possible.
These resources range from giving needed technical support and detailed performance insights of MSI GF65 Thin 10UE to lighter background information.