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Save $300, 17.3” 5.5lb RTX 2070 MSI GE75 Raider 144Hz 512GB SSD+1TB HDD 16GB DDR4-2666 Gaming Laptop at local Microcenter! $1999.99

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This is $300 off for $2000 5.5lb 17.3" premium grade gaming laptop. You don't see much of a discount for new RTX laptops but MSI scores on the top of the list in benchmarks. This is a full RTX 2070 8GB GDDR6 (280W Power Brick!) Intel Core i7-8750H Processor 2.2GHz; 16GB DDR4-2666 RAM; 512GB SSD+1TB HDD. Note Microcenter is also selling the GE63 15.6" 144Hz Display version for same price $2000.

Overview
  • Intel Core i7-8750H Processor 2.2GHz
  • NVIDA GeForce RTX 2070 8GB GDDR6
  • 16GB DDR4-2666 RAM
  • 512GB SSD+1TB HDD
  • Microsoft Windows 10 Home
  • SD Card Reader
  • Killer Gaming Network E2500
  • 2x2 Killer N1550i 802.11ac Wireless+Bluetooth 5.0
  • 17.3" Full HD IPS 144Hz Display
  • Per Key RGB Backlit Keyboard

The game just got real. The GE75 Raider 17.3" gaming laptop computer features an Intel Core i7-8750H processor, VR Ready NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 graphics, and a 17.3" full HD IPS 144Hz display.

GE75 17.3" 144Hz Display RTX 2070 512GB SSD+1TB HDD 16GB DDR4-2666 ($300 off) [microcenter.com]

Overview
  • Intel Core i7-8750H Processor 2.2GHz
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 8GB GDDR6
  • 16GB DDR4-2666 RAM
  • 512GB SSD+1TB HDD
  • Microsoft Windows 10 Home
  • SD Card Reader
  • Killer Gaming Network E2500
  • 2x2 Killer N1550i Combo Wireless
  • Bluetooth 5.0
  • 15.6" Full HD IPS 144Hz Display
  • Per Key RGB Backlit Keyboard

The GE63 Raider 15.6" Gaming Laptop Computer features include and Intel Core i7-8750H processor, VR ready NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 graphics, and a 15.6" full HD IPS 144Hz display.

GE63 15.6" 144Hz Display RTX 2070 512GB SSD+1TB HDD 16GB DDR4-2666 ($200 off) [microcenter.com]

https://www.microcenter.com/produ...er---black

Buy RTX 2070 video card or system, choose to get Battlefield V or Anthem.

This is a local pickup.

Some video reviews
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uc1LVmGDAlY

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=93gh3AwjzFk
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02-14-2019 at 06:42 PM.
02-14-2019 at 06:42 PM.
I see one at bestbuy but only 128sd card for $1500
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02-14-2019 at 08:44 PM.
02-14-2019 at 08:44 PM.
Quote from phillint :
I see one at bestbuy but only 128sd card for $1500
there is only one GE75 at bestbuy [bestbuy.com] with a RTX 2070 and it has half the SSD 256GB for $2300!

Note for $1500 you can get the GTX 1070 version / 120Hz display [microcenter.com] at MicroCenter with 16GB DDR4-2400 RAM; 256GB SSD+1TB HDD
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02-15-2019 at 04:44 PM.
02-15-2019 at 04:44 PM.
Quote from They-call-me-Nobody :
there is only one GE75 at bestbuy [bestbuy.com] with a RTX 2070 and it has half the SSD 256GB for $2300!

Note for $1500 you can get the GTX 1070 version / 120Hz display [microcenter.com] at MicroCenter with 16GB DDR4-2400 RAM; 256GB SSD+1TB HDD
Way overpriced for a GTX 1070. Most of these laptops with RTX are out of control as well. Throwing money down the drain.
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02-15-2019 at 05:13 PM.
02-15-2019 at 05:13 PM.
Quote from JackieG3204 :
Way overpriced for a GTX 1070. Most of these laptops with RTX are out of control as well. Throwing money down the drain.

Why the down vote? This isn't a cheapo no name laptop. The thermals are great and has room for OC. Also most RTX will be priced higher than the GTX on clearance which is true but this should not discourage people looking for deals of the next best thing. A full RTX 2070 w/280W power brick can compete with a GTX 1080 laptop. Even the lower powered 2070 Max-q can surpass the 1080 max-q. But not many laptops can fit a full 1080 performance machine in a build this compact ~5lbs. It all depends on what you are looking for and yeah $2000 is a lot of money.
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02-17-2019 at 06:20 AM.
02-17-2019 at 06:20 AM.
Quote from They-call-me-Nobody :
Why the down vote? This isn't a cheapo no name laptop. The thermals are great and has room for OC. Also most RTX will be priced higher than the GTX on clearance which is true but this should not discourage people looking for deals of the next best thing. A full RTX 2070 w/280W power brick can compete with a GTX 1080 laptop. Even the lower powered 2070 Max-q can surpass the 1080 max-q. But not many laptops can fit a full 1080 performance machine in a build this compact ~5lbs. It all depends on what you are looking for and yeah $2000 is a lot of money.
You left out one of the most important specifications from the title - only 5.75 lbs! Having said that, I think this is still a hard sell because of the pricing. You may recall that there was recently a Dell Alienware slickdeals frontpage GTX 1070 for only about $1,200 to $1,300. True, the weight was about 9lbs and 60Hz screen, but ignoring that, gaming enthusiasts wouldn't see paying $700 to $800 more for this laptop. The economics at $2,000 is not good when GTX systems are offered at clearance prices.
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02-17-2019 at 10:35 AM.
02-17-2019 at 10:35 AM.
Quote from dravid :
You left out one of the most important specifications from the title - only 5.75 lbs! Having said that, I think this is still a hard sell because of the pricing. You may recall that there was recently a Dell Alienware slickdeals frontpage GTX 1070 for only about $1,200 to $1,300. True, the weight was about 9lbs and 60Hz screen, but ignoring that, gaming enthusiasts wouldn't see paying $700 to $800 more for this laptop. The economics at $2,000 is not good when GTX systems are offered at clearance prices.

This post is mostly for people shopping for msi products who already know what they want. When I saw the beautiful GS75 announcement I wanted it immediately but was turned off from the sticker shock. If I saw a price drop of $300 or more I might reconsider. People that bench there machines will notice msi Micro Star is for rtx mobile is in the top of the list of 3DMark.

@Dravid - updated title thanks. Also noted per key RGB keyboard.
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02-17-2019 at 03:07 PM.
02-17-2019 at 03:07 PM.
Quote from They-call-me-Nobody :
This post is mostly for people shopping for msi products who already know what they want. When I saw the beautiful GS75 announcement I wanted it immediately but was turned off from the sticker shock. If I saw a price drop of $300 or more I might reconsider. People that bench there machines will notice msi Micro Star is for rtx mobile is in the top of the list of 3DMark.

@Dravid - updated title thanks. Also noted per key RGB keyboard.
Separate topic-- how come most manufacturers don't make reasonably priced 18.4" gaming laptops? The extra screen could certainly be helpful and presumably worth the extra 1/2 to 1 lb of weight?

Also, has MSI become a laptop company of repute? About 5 years ago, they were known for motherboards, sound cards, video cards, etc. but not the entire product. I am guessing they moved up the value chain, like ASUS which makes sense. But when did they become mainstream?
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02-17-2019 at 03:36 PM.
02-17-2019 at 03:36 PM.
Quote from dravid :
Separate topic-- how come most manufacturers don't make reasonably priced 18.4" gaming laptops? The extra screen could certainly be helpful and presumably worth the extra 1/2 to 1 lb of weight?

Also, has MSI become a laptop company of repute? About 5 years ago, they were known for motherboards, sound cards, video cards, etc. but not the entire product. I am guessing they moved up the value chain, like ASUS which makes sense. But when did they become mainstream?
MSI has been chasing the heals of Razer and Gigabyte for the crown on mobile gaming for quite some time. MSI was usually priced better competitively with performance being the main attraction. Not many people know this but MSI also offers free 1year accidental damage coverage on laptops under the warranty [msi.com]. You will see them sitting next to Alienware in Bestbuy as one of the most thinest lightest laptops. I think people were getting tired with the big chunky heavy laptops. I'm shocked Dell / Alienware are still selling 60hz screens although this year they were making them lighter to compete.

The 18.4" laptop is definitely out there for the mobile gaming enthusiast folk. Check out this MSI GT83 Titan with a Dual 1070 SLI sold on newegg [newegg.com] ($2400 after rebate). I don't know if an RTX version is coming out yet but their official landing page is here [msi.com].
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02-17-2019 at 04:54 PM.
02-17-2019 at 04:54 PM.
Quote from They-call-me-Nobody :
MSI has been chasing the heals of Razer and Gigabyte for the crown on mobile gaming for quite some time. MSI was usually priced better competitively with performance being the main attraction. Not many people know this but MSI also offers free 1year accidental damage coverage on laptops under the warranty [msi.com]. You will see them sitting next to Alienware in Bestbuy as one of the most thinest lightest laptops. I think people were getting tired with the big chunky heavy laptops. I'm shocked Dell / Alienware are still selling 60hz screens although this year they were making them lighter to compete.

The 18.4" laptop is definitely out there for the mobile gaming enthusiast folk. Check out this MSI GT83 Titan with a Dual 1070 SLI sold on newegg [newegg.com] ($2400 after rebate). I don't know if an RTX version is coming out yet but their official landing page is here [msi.com].
Thanks for this info! Too bad the 18.4" has a niche space only in the upscale market. If the 17.3" could make it in the reasonably priced range, may the 18.4" would, if given a chance!

Razaer and gigabyte better transition to the thin and light field or else risk the danger of residing in the dinosaur world!
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02-17-2019 at 06:01 PM.
02-17-2019 at 06:01 PM.
Quote from dravid :
Thanks for this info! Too bad the 18.4" has a niche space only in the upscale market. If the 17.3" could make it in the reasonably priced range, may the 18.4" would, if given a chance!

Razaer and gigabyte better transition to the thin and light field or else risk the danger of residing in the dinosaur world!

You know I would not rule it out. There is a new trend developing. Currently we have laptops going big screen in a small chassis. For example check out on Amazon Clevo P960ED/EF/EN. Replace last 2 letters with ED for 2060, EF for 2070 max-q, EN for 2080 max-q. It is a 15.6 chassis with a 16.1" screen! It weighs just 4.6lbs. Boutique shops are selling this model known as OriginPC EVO16-S, Metabox Prime-S 16, Aftershock Slate 15. Who is to say a 17.3" chassis won't fit a bigger 18" screen next? The 16.1" just came out.
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02-17-2019 at 06:18 PM.
02-17-2019 at 06:18 PM.
Quote from They-call-me-Nobody :
You know I would not rule it out. There is a new trend developing. Currently we have laptops going big screen in a small chassis. For example check out on Amazon Clevo P960ED/EF/EN. Replace last 2 letters with ED for 2060, EF for 2070 max-q, EN for 2080 max-q. It is a 15.6 chassis with a 16.1" screen! It weighs just 4.6lbs. Boutique shops are selling this model known as OriginPC EVO16-S, Metabox Prime-S 16, Aftershock Slate 15. Who is to say a 17.3" chassis won't fit a bigger 18" screen next? The 16.1" just came out.
I'll keep my fingers crossed!
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02-18-2019 at 09:43 PM.
02-18-2019 at 09:43 PM.
Quote from dravid :
Separate topic-- how come most manufacturers don't make reasonably priced 18.4" gaming laptops? The extra screen could certainly be helpful and presumably worth the extra 1/2 to 1 lb of weight?

Also, has MSI become a laptop company of repute? About 5 years ago, they were known for motherboards, sound cards, video cards, etc. but not the entire product. I am guessing they moved up the value chain, like ASUS which makes sense. But when did they become mainstream?

why specifically 18.4 inch screen laptops ?
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02-19-2019 at 05:59 PM.
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Quote from anonymous4 :
why specifically 18.4 inch screen laptops ?
It's the next size up after 17.3"
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scarletfever1
02-22-2019 at 07:07 AM.
02-22-2019 at 07:07 AM.
This has everything I want except gsync. Still very tempting.
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