GET VR READY - MSI Gaming Series GT72S 6QF DOMINATOR PRO

Although Nvidia briefly talked about it in a blog published on Monday, MSI has provided additional information regarding the world’s first Nvidia VR Ready professional mobile workstation, the WT72 6QN. The big news here is that the laptop is packed with Nvidia’s new Quadro M5500 GPU that includes 2,048 CUDA cores, offering up to 35 percent more performance than its previous Quadro chips. That means owners can use the HTC Vive or Oculus Rift with this laptop optimally, both of which are available now.

The WT72 6QN is offered in three configurations, two of which sport a 17.3-inch display with a 3,840 x 2,160 resolution and one with a 17.3-inch screen offering a 1,920 x 1,080 resolution. All three also include a Super RAID 4 SSD with 256GB of storage and a SATA 7,200 RPM hard drive with 1TB of storage. They even come with Windows 10 Professional already installed.

The main difference between these three models is the processor. One model uses the Intel Xeon E3-1505M v5 processor (2.8-3.7GHz) and 64GB of ECC DDR4-2133 RAM, while the second model has an Intel Core i7-6920HQ processor (2.9-3.8GHz) with 32GB of DDR4-2133 RAM. The third model packs an Intel Core i7-6700HQ (2.6-3.5GHz) processor and 32GB of DDR4-2133 RAM.

As for other bells and whistles, the laptops include a Blu-ray disc burner, an SD card reader, six USB 3.0 ports, a Thunderbolt 3 port, an FHD webcam supporting 1080p at 30 fps, two 3-watt Dynaudio Tech speakers and a subwoofer, and a 9-cell battery. The laptop weighs 8.4 pounds and measures 16.85” x 11.57” x 1.89″.

Keeping this professional laptop cool is a dual fan design for “efficient heat dissipation.” Meanwhile, the display uses MSI’s True Color Technology and offers wide viewing angles, making it a candidate for Adobe RGB certification. The keyboard is provided by SteelSeries and includes Silver-Lining Print to make the keys easier to see.

As reported earlier, Nvidia’s new Quadro M5500 GPU is based on the Maxwell 2 architecture and packs 2,048 cores. The GM204 GPU chip includes a boost clock of around 1,140MHz, 8GB of VRAM, a memory bus width of 256 bits, a memory clock of 6.6GHz (GDDR5), and a thermal envelope of 150W. The card will officially go live in May.

“The WT72 with Nvidia’s M5500 Quadro GPU is the world’s first VR Ready mobile workstation and can blaze through the most demanding tasks,” says Andy Tung, president of MSI Pan America. “Nvidia powers our workstations, from the ultra-powerful WT72 to the super lightweight WS72 and WS62, and we are delighted to partner with them to drive the VR revolution into a new dimension.”

The good news here is that MSI WT72 6QN owners will be able to use the HTC Vive and Oculus Rift right out of the box. Of course, that will set you back $800 or $600, respectively, but if you can afford one of these three workstations, buying the VR headset should be mere pocket change.

That said, the Xeon E3-1505M v3 model costs $6,900, the Core i7-6920HQ model costs $6,300, and the Core i7-6700HQ model costs $5,500. If you’re attending Nvidia’s GPU Technology Conference in San Jose starting Tuesday, this notebook will be on display in the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. Otherwise, check with MSI’s website for actual availability.

LATEST 6TH GENERATION INTEL ^® CORE™ i7 PROCESSORS

The new 6th generation Intel processors require lower power consumption but deliver better performance than before. CPU performance of Core i7-6700HQ is 20% faster than i7-4720HQ under average usage. For GT series with the Core i7-6820HK SKU, CPU frequency can be stretched from 3.7GHz to over 4GHz and CPU performance increases 30% compared with that of i7-4720HQ (The overclock frequency may differ depending on the CPU capacity).

*This specification may vary by model.

MXM VGA DESIGN – KEEP YOUR WEAPON SHARP AND EDGY

MSI is the first and the only one in the market to offer MXM Graphics Card Upgrade Kit, making the dream of future updates come true. Whenever the next generation GPU is out in the market, you get to experience the most up-to-date gaming effects by simply replacing the GPU module.

* MXM upgrade program is only available in selected countries and selected customers with special service, not for end-users to make upgrade on their own.

SUPER RAID 4 STORAGE – LOAD GAMES IN SECONDS

Get in the game before everyone else with Super RAID 4, MSI’s fastest RAID 0 storage configuration. Combining dual PCI-E Gen 3.0 x4 SSD’s utilizing NVMe technology, harness the full performance potential of the Gen 3.0 SSD through the optimization of the hardware and software outputting extreme read speeds over 3300MB/s. Load games works in seconds!

*This feature is only available on Vortex series, S versions of the GT Series using 6th Generation Intel™ Core® processors

THUNDERBOLT™ 3

The latest and fastest interface Thunderbolt™ 3, supports up to 40Gbps data rate, supporting dual 4K displays with daisy chain capabilities. Support USB3.1 ultra speed devices, and up to 5V and 3A current output for charging. (Optional)

LATEST ARCHITECTURE DDR4-2133 MEMORY SUPPORT

Get the best possible performance out of your notebook with support of the advanced DDR4-2133 memory, achieving over 29GB/s in reading speed and 32GB/s in writing. With over 30% faster performance than previous generations DDR3-1600, DDR4-2133 is the new laptop standard to take your extreme gaming experience to the next level.

COOLER BOOST 3: KEEP CALM UNDER PRESSURE

Heat is the most original element on earth. It’s pure physics that more energy will generate more heat. Cooling is therefore a knotty task to tackle with. MSI exclusive Cooler Boost 3 technology creates dual thermal modules internally by allocating dedicated heat pipes for GPU and CPU. One click on the fan boost button, a total of 6 heat pipes and dual fans actively and effectively push heat out of the system, making the cooling design of GT72 the highest level of its kind.

SEE GAMING DIFFERENTLY WITH NVIDIA G-SYNC™

See gaming differently with breakthrough NVIDIA G-SYNC ™ display technology. By synchronizing the 75Hz display refresh rates to the GPU, G-SYNC eliminates screen tearing and minimizes stutter and input lag to deliver the very best gaming experience. Objects look sharper and gameplay is fluid and responsive to give you a serious competitive edge.

REALISTIC GAMING EXPERIENCE THAN EVER IN 4K UHD

UHD 4K LCD display is able to deliver superbly detailed nature images, smooth motion, outstanding color contrast and spectacular color performance. MSI now presents you a gaming notebook with UHD 4K LCD built-in display. No extra spending is therefore needed to experience the advantages brought by this feature.

Resolution up to 3840 X 2160

Four times higher resolution than a FHD TN LCD display, delivering images with more exquisite details.

100% Adobe RGB

Brings the image clarity to supreme level with excellent color spectrum, presenting vivid colors, clearer image depth for more stereoscopic pictures.

Extraordinary Contrast and Brightness

Color performance of the image outputs shall be marvelous with vibrant colors, deep blacks and bright whites.

*This feature is available only on certain models in limited countries. Please contact local sales representative for details.

NVIDIA GTX 980 GRAPHICS : GAMING LAPTOP WITH DESKTOP LEVEL PERFORMANCE

To celebrate its 29th anniversary, MSI presents hardcore gamers limited edition gaming notebook powered by NVIDIA GTX980 graphics and the latest Intel 6th generation Core i7-6820HK processor. 3D Mark 11 performance, when over-clocking, is expected to reach over P14,500 points, which is as powerful as that of desktops with GTX980 graphics.

TRUE COLOR TECHNOLOGY

MSI True Color Technology guarantees that each panel in a MSI notebook comes with the finest precision in color. After examination and an extensive factory calibration process by the MSI True Color Technology, the panel quality will be more accurate, close to 100% sRGB. Hence, each color is delivered with the highest standard precision in detail, guaranteeing excellent color fidelity for many use applications.

MSI has partnered with Portrait Displays, Inc. in developing a level of accuracy for display technology that sets a new standard. Trusting that the displays colors naturally represent the content is MSI’s objective.

MATRIX DISPLAY

Expand the vision for extreme gaming experience. Embrace immersive gaming experience by expanding your gaming real estate across 3 external displays in full HD with the Surround View Mode of MSI Matrix Display technology.

Furthermore, MSI innovative Matrix Display on GT series supports up to 3 external displays, 4 displays in total simultaneously through one HDMI 1.4, one MINI Display Port 1.2 and one Thunderbolt™ 3* and laptop built-in display. Multi-task is made possible even during competitive gameplays. Connect the laptop to HDTV display, Matrix Display supports 4K output with a resolution up to 3840 x 2160.

MSI Matrix Display technology creates an ideal environment for extreme gaming experience and pleasant multimedia entertainment.

*A Type-C to Mini Display Port cable is required.

WIDE VIEWING ANGLE DISPLAY

MSI gaming notebook built in high quality Wide-View angle display takes image clarity to a whole new level with higher pixel resolution. Images are amazingly 40% more sharp and vivid in contrast level and 20% clearer in brightness level compared with those on regular TN panels. Hence, images are more vivid even from left and right side of the viewing angle. When you’re playing games, you will have breathtaking and brilliantly true-to-life viewing experience.