Overview

• Windows 10 Home/Windows 10 Pro
• 6th Gen. Intel Core i7 processor
• GeForce GTX 960M graphics with ultra performance
• 14" THIN STEALTH TECHNOLOGY
• NVMe M.2 SSD by PCIe Gen3 X4 up to 2200MB/s speed(optional)
• Thunderbolt 3 supporting 40Gbps ultra speed data transfer rate, dual 4K monitor output, and portable charging power up to 5V/3A (optional)
• USB Type-C reversible plug
• Exclusive SHIFT technology boosts performance under controlled noise & temperature
• Exclusive Cooler Boost 3 Technology
• Exclusive ESS SABRE HiFi DAC for lossless, high-quality audio
• Nahimic 2 Sound Technology delivering 360° immersive audio experience
• True Color Technology for increased color contrast and greater image detail
• SteelSeries Engine 3 to personalize your play style
• Keyboard by Steelseries with single color backlighting (red)
• Killer DoubleShot Pro (Killer Gb LAN + Killer 802.11 a/c WiFi) with Smart Teaming
• Upgraded Killer Gigabit LAN Controller with Advanced Stream Detect 2.0 and Killer Shield
• Xsplit Gamcaster free premium license for 1 year
• Matrix Display supporting 4K output up to 3 external monitors
• Nvidia surround mode and 4K output up to 3 external monitors (when connecting to GamingDock Mini)
• New Diamond Cut design on the side with brushed aluminum chassis adds a stylish and chic impression

Latest 6th Generation Intel  Core i7 Processors

Experience a whole new way to interact with your PC like never before. With the power to understand your motions, recognize your face and respond to your voice, 6th generation Intel Core H series processors take computing to the next level. They 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.

PCI-E GEN3x 4 SSD – Ultra Speed Storage

Get in the game before everyone else with the latest PCI-E Gen 3.0 x4 bandwidth utilizing NVMe technology on single M.2 SSD. Harness the full performance potential of the Gen 3.0 SSD through the optimization of the hardware and software outputting extreme read speeds up to 2200MB/s, 5x faster than SATA3 SSD's.

SHIFT� – Boost Performance under Controlled Noise & Temperature

The exclusive MSI SHIFT technology pushes system to the extreme while minimizing noise and temperature. Switch between three profiles Sport, Comfort, and Green to reach balance between system performance and comfortable user experience.

Runs CPU and GPU at the highest frequency for maximum performance.

Limits GPU frequency to level 1. Maintain GPU temperature at a maximum of 89C.

Disables Intel Turbo boost and limits GPU frequency to level 2. Control CPU and GPU temperatures at a maximum of 85C.

One Port for Ultra Data Transfer, 4K Pixels and 5V/3A Device Charging

MSI is the first in the world to adopt the Thunderbolt 3 interface on its gaming notebooks. The latest and fastest interface Thunderbolt 3 supports up to 40Gbps data transfer rates and dual 4K displays with daisy chain capabilities. Its USB 3.1 ultra speed interface supports up to 5V and 3A current output for charging.

• Higher Speed : Data transfer speed up to 40Gbps
• More Pixels : Dual 4K LCD output
• Portable Power : Charging higher-power devices with 5V @ 3A

Connect 4K

60Hz display with single Thunderbolt 3. Enjoy your game with double the sensation.

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. Its 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. A total of 5 heat pipes and dual fans actively and effectively push heat out of the system, resulting in better cooling effects on this incredible slim and light GS40 gaming notebook.

Visuals

Insanely Powerful. GeForce® GTX 960M Discrete Graphics Card with GDDR5 2GB VRAM

The GeForce® GTX 960M Series brings extreme, next-generation graphics performance to serious gaming notebooks. As the first graphics solution to reach a score almost 5,750 in 3DMark 11, the GeForce® GTX 960M delivers extremely fast and fluid gameplay at the highest settings and resolutions in a lightweight and portable design.

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 MSIs objective.

TRUE COLOR PROFILE

Vision and sound are the most important two factors in this field. You now get to see clearer than your enemies to always get one step ahead of the rest. Besides Gaming Mode, True Color Technology also offers prefect color accuracy for 5 more scenarios. Work or play, you can easily switch to the mode that best suits your eyes. The profile sharing feature permits you to share your True Color settings to other users anywhere.

Up to 3 External Displays with Surround Mode (when connecting to the GamingDock Mini)

Number of external monitors supported by Matrix Display and whether the Surround mode function works depends on the graphics card inserted in the GamingDock Mini. When connection to the GamingDock Mini, this beauty supports up to 3 external displays for multi-tasks. Moreover, surround mode with 3 external monitors is made possible for extreme gamers.

Boost Performance by Connecting to GamingDock Mini

It is a brand new design which is smaller and lighter than its previous generation. The overall graphics performance will be shifted to a higher level while docking on it. Users can choose a desktop discrete graphics card among NVIDIA GTX 960/970/980 graphics and easily insert it into the GamingDock based on their gaming needs to unleash the most stunning visual effect by full bandwidth of PCI-e x16.

Audio

ESS Sabre HiFi Audio DAC – 16x Higher Headset Audio Detail than CD

Push the limits of your audio peripherals and hear the difference with the SABRE Audio DAC. It supports 24bit/192KHz sampling rate and drives high quality headset from 16ohm to 600ohm which gives up to highest sound detail, up to 122dB DNR unmatched by PC, Mac or mobile devices DAC. Discover new details that youve been missing or maintain the upper-hand in competitive FPS matches where every bit of sound counts.

Nahimic Audio Enhancer

Nahimic audio software offers high definition sound technology which boosts the audio and voice performance of your gaming computer. Enjoy an immersive virtual 7.1 sound over your standard stereo equipment!

Loud and clear

Quality of communication between teammates is strategic

Nahimic guarantees the perfection of your voice transmissions. Your team will hear you loud and clear, giving you a huge advantage in the battlefield.

Voice Leveler &
Noise Reduction

Controls

The Real Deal: A Keyboard All Gamers Desire For

Every hardware detail of this keyboard is calculated and especially designed for professional gamers needs. Better responsive and tactile feedback, optimum WASD zone and support of multi-key inputs are all for gamers to gain full command over gaming missions.

SteelSeries Engine 3 (SSE3) – Target, Position, Aim and Fire

During gameplay, SteelSeries Engines 3 serves as your firearm. With SSE3, you get to suit up your weapon with cool look by lightening it up with multiple backlit colors, transform your keyboard into a high technology firearm by setting up several keys into one key command and cloud syncing all SteelSeries gears together.

*Keyboard backlit is red single color on GT80 and GS40 series and white single color on certain models of GE series.

Streaming

Killer DoubleShot Pro – Protecting Your Ping

Stop losing games to lag with Killer DoubleShot Pro. Protect and prioritize networking traffic while preventing lag spikes so you can game without fear and play at your best. Select programs you want your network to prioritize to ensure maximum bandwidth and track your speeds with the easy-to-use Killer Networking Manager. Killer DoubleShot Pro supports both Killer Gb LAN and WiFi 802.11ac dual band protocol and improves average latency by 3.5 times compared with those utilizing 802.11ac.

Killer Shield – Smoother Gameplay

One more protection for smoother uploads and download processes. Less pin rate floating reassures more fluent gameplays.

XSplit Gamecaster Version 2.7 – Become A Professional Streamer

MSI offers 1 year premium license of XSplit Gamecaster for free. Gamers can now get super professional live streams going by blending into the background and record your gameplays and broadcast it live to Twitch, YouTube, UStream and etc.. You may login easily with your social network accounts and edit gameplay videos directly on this app. Its simple, easy to use and ideal for sharing your gameplay with friends, family or the world - or for capturing those perfect gaming moments, just for the heck of it.

Use XSplit Gamecaster to stream all of your gaming activities

Add a webcam and show your game face

Share your broadcast and conquer the world

Draw attention whilst casting with in-game annotations

Record & upload Organize and upload your greatest gaming moments

TriDef SmartCam Integration Revolutionary background removal without the need of a green screen.

Adaptive Bitrate Technology Automatically adjusts your bitrate to minimize connection drops so you can enjoy uninterrupted streaming.

Tobii Eyetracking Integration Visual representation of your eyes' movements on the live stream let viewers know your focus and priority in game.

WTFast is the Gamers Private Network ; like a global automated army of IT specialists all working together to optimize your game connection from end to end. WTFast reports rich connection stats for your online game, so you can see exactly what is happening with your game connection.

• Built just for MMO gamers
• Reduce average ping
• Greatly reduce connection flux, spikes and packet loss

Specifications