MSI has just launched its new gaming and creator laptops at CES 2022. The new offerings are powered by 12th generation Intel H Series processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 or above GPUs.
Stealth GS77/66
The Stealth GS series are lightweight and powerful laptops for gaming and professional use. The GS77 comes with a new core black color and features a more durable zinc alloy hinge.
It is also equipped with six speakers, a webcam lock switch, and support for 100W PD charging.
Full Specs:
| Model Name | Stealth GS77 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900H Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.) |
| Memory | DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
| Display | 17.3″ UHD (3840×2160), 120 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% Adobe RGB (Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 17.3″ QHD (2560×1440), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3 (Typical), IPS-Level panel 17.3″ Full HD (1920×1080), 360 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel |
| Graphics | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR6 |
| Keyboard | Per-Key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries |
| Audio | 2 x 2W Speakers and 4 x 2W Woofers designed by Dynaudio system 1 x Audio combo jack Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer Hi-Res Audio ready |
| USB Port | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 / DP/ USB Type-C (w/ PD Charging), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, |
| Card Reader | 1 x SD Express Memory Card Reader |
| Video Output | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 / DP/ USB Type-C (w/ PD Charging), 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP, 1 x HDMI (8K@ 60Hz / 4K@ 120Hz) |
| Communication | Intel Killer Ethernet E3100G (up to 2.5 GbE) Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Webcam / Microphone | IR FHD type (30fps@1080p) / Quadruple Microphone |
| Sensor | Fingerprint Reader / Ambient Light Sensor |
| Battery | 4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 99.9Whr |
| Power Adapter | 240W Slim adapter |
Raider GE76/66
Meanwhile, the MSI Raider GE series retains the panoramic aurora lighting. It can reach up to a total of 220W with the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti via MSI OverBoost.
The Phase Change Liquid Metal Pad increases performance by an extra 10%. It has up to a 4K display with the support of Discrete Graphics Mode.
Full Specs:
| Model Name | Raider GE76 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9 Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.) |
| Memory | DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
| Display | 17.3″ UHD (3840×2160), 120 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% Adobe RGB (Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) 17.3″ QHD (2560×1440), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3 (Typical), IPS-Level panel 17.3″ Full HD (1920×1080), 360 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel |
| Graphics | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU |
| Keyboard | Per-Key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries |
| Audio | The Duo Wave Woofers + Speakers designed by Dynaudio system (2 x 1W Speakers + 2 x 2W Woofers) 1 x Audio combo jack Nahimic 3 Audio Enhance Hi-Res Audio ready |
| USB Ports | 1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 / DP/ USB Type-C, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A |
| Card Reader | 1 x SD Express Memory Card Reader |
| Video Output | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 / DP/ USB Type-C, 1 x Mini DisplayPort 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP 1 x HDMI (8K@ 60Hz / 4K@ 120Hz) |
| Communication | Intel Killer Ethernet E3100G (up to 2.5 GbE) Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Webcam | FHD type (30fps@1080p) |
| Battery | 4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 99.9Whr |
Vector GP76/66
The Vector GP series, on the other hand, represents the company’s expectation for the GP series to have all the power needed to move forward.
It features the Cooler Boost 5 Technology that boosts the laptop’s performance to up to 210W via MSI OverBoost.
Full Specs:
| Model Name | Vector GP76 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9 Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Memory | DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
| Display | 17.3″ QHD (2560×1440), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3 (Typical), IPS-Level panel |
| Graphics | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 |
| Keyboard | Per-Key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries |
| Audio | 2 x 2W Stereo Speakers 1 x Audio combo jack Nahimic 3 Audio Enhance Hi-Res Audio ready |
| USB Ports | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP 3 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A |
| Video Output | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C / DP, 1 x Mini DisplayPort 1 x HDMI (8K@60Hz / 4K@120Hz) |
| Communication | Gigabit Ethernet (up to 2.5GbE) Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Webcam | HD type (30fps@720p) |
| Battery | 4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 65Whr |
| Power Adapter | Up to 280W |
Crosshair series and Crosshair 15 Rainbow Six Extraction Edition
The Crosshair GL series is a collaboration between MSI and Ubisoft. The series has a futuristic design with sci-fi elements.
It comes with Intel Core i9 processors and Cooler Boost 5 Technology.
The new series comes in three variants, Crosshair 15, Crosshair 17, and the limited edition Crosshair 15 Rainbow Six Extraction Edition with an exclusive bundle pack.
Full Specs:
| Model Name | Crosshair 17 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9 Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Display | 17.3″ Full HD (1920×1080), 360 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel (Optional) |
| Graphics | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 (B12UGSZ) |
| Keyboard | Spectrum Backlight Gaming Keyboard |
| Audio | 2 x 2W Stereo Speakers 1 x Audio combo jack Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer Hi-Res Audio ready |
| USB Port | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A |
| Video Output | 1x HDMI (4K@60Hz) |
| Communication | Gigabit Ethernet Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Webcam | HD type (30fps@720p) |
| Battery | 4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 90Whr (B12UGSZ / B12UGZ) 3-Cell, Li-Polymer, 53.5Whr (B12UEZ) |
| Power Adapter | 240W |
| Model Name | Crosshair 15 Rainbow Six Extraction Edition |
|---|---|
| Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900H Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Memory | DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
| Display | 15.6″ QHD (2560×1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3 (Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) |
| Graphics | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 |
| Keyboard | Spectrum Backlight Gaming Keyboard |
| Audio | 2 x 2W Stereo Speakers 1 x Audio combo jack Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer Hi-Res Audio ready |
| USB Port | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A |
| Video Output | 1x HDMI (4K@60Hz) |
| Communication | Gigabit Ethernet Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Webcam | HD type (30fps@720p) |
| Battery | 4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 90Whr (B12UGZ) 3-Cell, Li-Polymer, 53.5Whr (B12UEZ) |
| Power Adapter | 240W |
Pulse GL76/66
The Pulse GL76/66 keeps the design features by Maarten Verhoeven with the titanium power-armor. It features Cooler Boost 5 that increases airflow by 15% with a 33% reduction in wall thickness.
Full Specs:
| Model Name | Pulse GL76 | Pulse GL66 |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900H Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900H Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | Windows 11 Home |
| Memory | DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB | DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
| Display | 17.3″ Full HD (1920×1080), 360 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel (Optional) | 15.6″ QHD (2560×1440), 165 Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3 (Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) |
| Graphics | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 |
| Keyboard | RGB Backlight Gaming Keyboard | RGB Backlight Gaming Keyboard |
| Audio | 2 x 2W Stereo Speakers 1 x Audio combo jack Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer Hi-Res Audio ready | 2 x 2W Stereo Speakers 1 x Audio combo jack Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer Hi-Res Audio ready |
| USB Port | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A |
| Video Output | 1x HDMI (4K@60Hz) | 1x HDMI (4K@60Hz) |
| Communication | Gigabit Ethernet Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Bluetooth v5.2 | Gigabit Ethernet Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Webcam | HD type (30fps@720p) | HD type (30fps@720p) |
| Battery | 4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 90Whr (12UGK) 3-Cell, Li-Polymer, 53.5Whr (12UEK) | 4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 90Whr (12UGK) 3-Cell, Li-Polymer, 53.5Whr (12UEK) |
| Power Adapter | 240W | 240W |
Sword 17/15 and Katana GF76/66
The MSI Sword series boasts a new knight image with magical immortal force wielding an enchanted sword of victory. The knight character was created by a famous concept artist from the US, Justin Goby Fields.
Both Sword and Katana series are set to help you succeed with a 1.7mm key travel and Cooler Boost 5.
Full Specs:
| Model Name | Sword 15 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700H Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Memory | DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
| Display | 15.6″ Full HD (1920×1080), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel |
| Graphics | Up to latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 |
| Keyboard | Blue Backlit Gaming Keyboard |
| Audio | 2 x 2W Stereo Speakers 1 x Audio combo jack Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer Hi-Res Audio ready |
| USB Port | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A |
| Video Output | 1x HDMI (4K@60Hz) |
| Communication | Gigabit Ethernet / Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 / Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Webcam | HD type (30fps@720p) |
| Battery | 3-Cell, Li-Polymer, 53.5Whr |
| Model Name | Katana GF76 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-12700H Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| Memory | DDR4-3200, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
| Display | 17.3″ Full HD (1920×1080),144 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel 15.6″ Full HD (1920×1080), 144 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel 15.6″ Full HD (1920×1080), 240 Hz Refresh Rate, IPS-Level panel |
| Graphics | Up to latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU 8GB GDDR6 |
| Keyboard | Red Backlit Gaming Keyboard |
| Audio | 2 x 2W Stereo Speakers 1 x Audio combo jack Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer Hi-Res Audio ready |
| USB Port | 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A |
| Video Output | 1 x HDMI (4K@60Hz) |
| Communication | Gigabit Ethernet / Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 / Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Webcam | HD type (30fps@720p) |
| Battery | 3-Cell, Li-Polymer, 53.5Whr |
| Power Adapter | 240W (12UGS / 12UG / 12UE) / 180W (12UD / 12UC) |
Creator Z17, Z16P, and Creator Z16
Lastly, the Creator Z-series. The Creator Z17 is the world’s first 17-inch laptop to support pen touch. It has a thin bezel design and True Color Technology.
Meanwhile, the Creator Z16P has an extra 20% performance boost with Vapor Chamber Cooler that generates 76% extra cooling area, 65% more airflow, and a lower surface temperature by 2°C.
The Creator Z laptops are NVIDIA Studio laptops that are built for creators, professionals, or consumers who enjoy high-quality, premium products.
Full Specs:
| Model Name | Creator Z17 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900H Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.) |
| Display | 17″ QHD+ (2560×1600), 16:10, Touchscreen, 165Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel, Support MSI Pen (Optional) |
| Graphics | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR6 |
| Memory | DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
| Webcam / Microphone | IR FHD type (30fps@1080p) / Quadruple Microphone |
| Keyboard | Per-Key RGB keyboard by SteelSeries |
| Sensor | Fingerprint Reader/Ambient Light Sensor |
| Communication | Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Audio | 4 × 2W Stereo Speakers by Dynaudio system 1 × Audio combo jack |
| I/O Port | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 / DP/ USB Type-C (w/ PD Charging) 1 x Thunderbolt 4 / DP/ USB Type-C 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1 x HDMI (8K@ 60Hz / 4K@ 120Hz) 1 x SD Express Memory Card Reader 1 x DC-in |
| Battery/Adapter | 4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 90Whr 240W adaptor |
| Model Name | Creator Z16P |
|---|---|
| Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel Core i9-12900H Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.) |
| Display | 16″ QHD+ (2560×1600), 16:10, Touchscreen, 165Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel, Support MSI Pen (Optional) |
| Graphics | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU 16GB GDDR6 |
| Memory | DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
| Webcam / Microphone | IR FHD type (30fps@1080p) / Quadruple Microphone |
| Keyboard | Per-Key RGB keyboard by SteelSeries |
| Sensor | Fingerprint Reader/Ambient Light Sensor |
| Communication | Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Audio | 4 × 2W Stereo Speakers by Dynaudio system 1 × Audio combo jack |
| I/O Port | 1 x Thunderbolt 4 / DP/ USB Type-C (w/ PD Charging) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C/ DP 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1 x SD Express Memory Card Reader 1 x DC-in |
| Battery/Adapter | 4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 90Whr 240W adaptor |
| Model Name | Creator Z16 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Up to latest 12th Gen Intel Core i7-12700H Processor |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro (MSI recommends Windows 11 Pro for business.) |
| Display | 16″ QHD+ (2560×1600), 16:10, Touchscreen, 120Hz Refresh Rate, 100% DCI-P3(Typical), IPS-Level panel (Optional) |
| Graphics | Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6 |
| Memory | DDR5-4800, 2 slots, up to 64GB |
| Webcam | IR HD type (30fps@720p) |
| Input | MiniLED Per-Key RGB keyboard by SteelSeries Fingerprint Reader |
| Communication | Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675, Bluetooth v5.2 |
| Audio | 4 × 2W Stereo Speakers by Dynaudio system 1 × Audio combo jack |
| I/O Port | 2 x Thunderbolt 4 / DP/ USB Type-C 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1 x microSD Card Reader 1 × DC-in |
| Battery/Adapter | 4-Cell, Li-Polymer, 90Whr 180W Slim adaptor |
The Creator M16 was also announced with a QHD+ True Pixel display. It is a more portable and stylish option for students or creators with a need for a powerful laptop.
Ram found his love and appreciation for writing in 2015 having started in the gaming and esports sphere for GG Network. He would then transition to focus more on the world of tech which has also began his journey into learning more about this world. That said though, he still has the mentality of "as long as it works" for his personal gadgets.
