MSI GE72 Apache Pro-003
(GTX960M) MSRP: $1199

• Windows 10 Home
• Latest 6th Gen Intel Core i7 Processor
• NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M Graphics
• Large viewing real estate with a 17” display
• Configurable and accurate color display with True Color Technology
• Get the best of both massive storage and speed supporting M.2 SATA SSD + HDD (Optional)
• Exclusive Super Port (USB 3.1 Type-C interface) supports dual 4K external monitors, and portable charging power up to 5V/3A
• Fast, accurate and responsive programmable gaming keyboard by SteelSeries
• Powerful customization with SteelSeries Engine
• Streamlined performance with support of up to 16GB DDR4 memory
• 360° virtual surround sound powered by Nahimic
• Immersive audio experience with Dynaudio Speakers + Subwoofer
• Protect your network from lag spikes and jitter with Killer Shield technology
• Intelligent wired networking with Killer E2400 Game Networking
• Ready to stream with XSplit Gamecaster (includes 1 year free subscription)

Latest 6th Generation Intel Core i7 Processors

Skylake is codename of the brand new 14nm micro-architecture of Intel's latest 6th generation processors. The Skylake platform requires lower power consumption but delivers better performance than before. CPU performance of Core i7 6700HQ is 20% faster than i7 4720HQ under average usage. For optional models of GT series, will have special version of Core i7 6820HK with overclock capability from 3.7GHz to over 4GHz, the overclock frequency may differ depends on the CPU capability.

 

 

Insanely Powerful

The NVIDIA 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.

 

 

 

PCI-E GEN3x 4 SSD - LOAD GAMES IN SECONDS

Get in the game before everyone else with the latest PCI-E Gen 3.0x4 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.

 

 

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 2.9GB/s in reading speed and 3.2GB/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.

 

 

2X FASTER MSI USB 3.1 GEN2

Transferring your favorite games, music and movies over USB has never been faster. USB 3.1 Gen2 enables lightning fast transfer speeds up to 10Gb/s!

• Benefits
• 2X faster than USB 3.1 Gen1
• 20X faster than USB 2.0
• Up to 10Gbps data transfer bandwidth
• Boost transfer rate to your PC and peripherals

 

 

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. A total of 4 heat pipes and dual fans actively and effectively push heat out of the system.

 

"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.

SHIFT is activated by the FN + F7 hotkey combo, or via the Dragon Gaming Center.

 

 

  

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.

 

 

Silver Lining Print

See more and do more in the night with high-grade silver lining printed keys. See the full color spectrum on the SteelSeries multicolor keyboard and enjoy longer lasting keys worry free of long-term wear and tear.

 

Nahimic Virtual Surround Sound - Military Technology, the Next Gaming Standard

Originally developed for military fighter jets, Nahimic specializes in 3D sound software processing and audio improvements offering virtual 7.1 sound in immersive high definition. Designed to work with standard audio and stereo equipment, Nahimic transports gamers into the action, allowing them to sense every footstep, hear every bullet whizzing past, and feel every explosion. It also features a high definition audio recorder to easily capture and stream studio quality sound and is only available on MSI gaming laptops.

 

 

SOUND BY DYNAUDIO

To satisfy consumers desire to experience high quality sound effects, MSI partnered with top audio brand Dynaudio, which has a devoted aspiration for "Authentic Fidelity" to meet this demanding standard. It equips the MSI GAMING-Series gaming notebook with top-notch audio features, creating a realistic sound and immersive effects. Dynaudio delivers an authentic sound experience by boosting power amplitude 50% more than the previous generation, meaning a volume increase over 10dBA. Any high quality stereo source is transformed into true-to-life, multi-channel sound. No need to purchase extra speakers, wires or speaker stands to appreciate room-filling sound.

 

AUDIO BOOST 2

The MSI Audio Boost design enhances the output sound detail and sound stage by 30% more. The gold flash audio jack provides stable sound transmission (reduced obstruction) and works in conjunction with the optimized headsets AMP (Audio Power Amplifier) design, characterized by low noise and low distortion, to greatly enhance headphone performance and faithfully reproduce each acoustic detail.

 

 

 

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 - Show off Your Skills to the World

Get super professional live streams going by blending into the background with the Chroma Key function introduced in Xsplit Gamecaster Version 2. Record your gameplays and broadcast it live to Twitch, YouTube, UStream and etc.. You may also edit gameplay videos directly on this app. It's 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. What's more exciting is that MSI extends premium license from 6 to 12 months. Now you get to explore and enjoy becoming a true professional streamer for a whole year for FREE.

 

 

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.

 

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.

 

Matrix Display

Expand the vision for extreme gaming experience. MSI innovative Matrix display supports up to 2 external displays simultaneously through one HDMI 1.4 and one MINI DisplayPort 1.2. 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.

 

 

World' 1st gaming notebook

with Wide-viewing Angle display

Experience better image quality, the Wide-view angle panel enhanced 20% more contrast level and 20% more brightness level than TN panel, with vivid colors and consistent brightness levels whether you're looking at the screen from above, below, the front or the side.