MSI Thin A15
The MSI Thin A15 is an impressive entry-level gaming laptop that packs a punch in a sleek and lightweight form factor. Powered by the AMD Ryzen 7535HS series processor and featuring a range of impressive specs, this laptop is designed to cater to both gamers and content creators alike. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the key features of the MSI Thin A15.
Minimalist and Slim Design
One of the most striking aspects of the MSI Thin A15 is its sleek and minimalist design. Available in a stylish Cosmos Gray color, this laptop exudes a quiet confidence that is sure to turn heads. Despite its powerful hardware, MSI has managed to package the Thin A15 in a remarkably thin and light form factor, making it easy to carry around and use on the go.
A Display with ample features for gamers and creators
The MSI Thin A15 features a 15.6″ Full HD (1920×1080) IPS-level display with a 144Hz refresh rate. This high-quality display delivers stunning visuals and smooth gameplay, making it ideal for both gaming and multimedia consumption.
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Under the hood, the MSI Thin A15 is powered by the AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS processor, which is part of the Zen 3+ architecture. This powerful processor is capable of handling even the most demanding games and applications with ease. The laptop also features an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU with 6GB of GDDR6 video memory, providing plenty of power for gaming and content creation.
The Thin A15 comes with 8GB of DDR5-4800 memory, which can be upgraded to a maximum of 64GB across two slots. For storage, the laptop features a 512GB NVMe SSD with PCIe Gen4 support, providing fast and responsive performance.
Software Features
The MSI Thin A15 comes with Windows 11 pre-installed, and MSI recommends using the Pro version for business users. The laptop also features a range of software tools and utilities designed to enhance the user experience, including MSI Center for system monitoring and optimization.
Impressive Audio Quality
One of the standout features of the MSI Thin A15 is its impressive audio quality. The laptop features two 2W speakers and supports Hi-Res Audio playback, delivering rich and immersive sound. The audio is further enhanced by DTS Audio Processing, which provides a premium listening experience.
Complete with Essential I/O
Despite its thin and light form factor, the MSI Thin A15 doesn’t skimp on connectivity options. The laptop features a range of essential I/O ports, including one USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen2 and DisplayPort support, three USB Type-A ports with USB 3.2 Gen1 support, an HDMI 2.1 port capable of 8K@60Hz or 4K@120Hz output, and a Gigabit Ethernet port for wired networking.
Should you buy it?
The MSI Thin A15 is an impressive entry-level gaming laptop that offers a great balance of performance, portability, and affordability. With its powerful AMD Ryzen 7035HS series processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, this laptop is capable of handling even the most demanding games and applications with ease. You also have other MSI Thin A15 options that perfectly suit your budget. Other than their best offering with RTX 4050, they also have RTX 2050 and RTX 3050 variants to choose from.
While the keyboard lighting is somewhat limited, the laptop’s minimalist design may appeal to users who prefer a more understated look. And with its impressive audio quality, essential I/O ports, and affordable price point for as low as PhP36,995 (during MSI’s back to school promotion until September 30, 2024), the MSI Thin A15 is a compelling option for anyone in the market for a new gaming laptop.
Of course, we’ll have a full rundown of the laptop’s performance in our upcoming review on our website, so be sure to stay tuned for more in-depth analysis and benchmarks. But based on what we’ve seen so far, the MSI Thin A15 is definitely a laptop worth considering for both gamers and content creators alike.
Giancarlo Viterbo is a Filipino Technology Journalist, blogger and Editor of gadgetpilipinas.net, He is also a Geek, Dad and a Husband. He knows a lot about washing the dishes, doing some errands and following instructions from his boss on his day job. Follow him on twitter: @gianviterbo and @gadgetpilipinas.
