MSI Sword 16 HX B14VGKG-017NL
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Step into a new gaming dimension with the 16-inch MSI Sword 16 HX B14VGKG-017N gaming laptop. Thanks to the 14th generation Intel Core i7 processor and 16GB DDR5 RAM, you can smoothly run demanding programs. You also effortlessly stream in Full HD or QHD, so your viewers can also enjoy sharp footage. Your demanding games like Hogwarts Legacy or GTA V with extra packs also run smoothly, thanks to the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 video card. With this powerful combination, you can run a stream or editing program in the background without slowing down. Like to game at night? Turn the RGB keyboard backlight on, so you can see all your moves in the dark as well. Additionally, you can easily expand the RAM if you want to take a next step with your laptop.
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Screen size | 16 inches | |
Processor | Intel Core i7 | |
Internal RAM | 16 GB | |
Total storage capacity | 1 TB | |
Video card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 | |
Recommended for use | Gaming, Music production and DJing, Photo editing, Video editing | |
Panel type | IPS panel | |
Build quality laptops | Basic |
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The MSI Sword 16 is a laptop that looks great, but the hardware left something to be desired. My copy suffered from stuttering USB ports that regularly stopped working for unknown reasons. Firmware/driver updates were of no use, which is why I eventually returned the laptop.
I also experienced that the MSI software (MSI Center) did not work properly. It did not control the Cooler Boost properly. Finally, I found that the touchpad was very awkward to use. I often pressed incorrectly by touch, which meant that I really had to look at what I was doing. For me, the placement of the touchpad was therefore not very intuitive.
In short, a laptop that looks good and has very good specs on paper. But in practice (in my case) does not deliver what it promises.
Eva
17 January 2025
Automatically translated from Dutch
The MSI Sword series is the mid-range gaming laptops, with which you can smoothly play medium-heavy games. Think for example of Hogwarts Legacy and Jedi Masters. The model I tested had an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 video card, with a 14th generation Intel Core i7 processor and 16 gigabytes of DDR5 RAM memory. I played a number of open world games and simulation games, in which I focused on increasing the frame rate to 100+. In addition, I edited some small videos to test the combination of the video card and processor. In this review you can read my findings.
Video card suitable for medium-heavy games The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 video card makes this laptop suitable for medium-heavy games, which I tested at 1,080p and 1,440p. With Star Wars Jedi Masters I was really amazed. The graphics looked razor-sharp on the WXGA screen and the colors came out very well. For the test, I increased the frame rate to 120 fps, which went without any problems. I didn't experience any lag or stuttering for a single second in 1,080p high. Hogwarts Legacy also ran without any problems, so I tried it at 1,440p. At 1,440p high, I saw some stuttering, but overall I played the game very smoothly. In addition to the heavy games, I also played Cities Skylines in 4K. Because this is a light game, this went very smoothly without many large buildings and structures on the map. After a while of building, the laptop got heavier, but it shows that the RTX 4060 is more than suitable for gaming in a high resolution.
Powerful processor and RAM combination Thanks to the 14th generation Intel Core i7 processor and the 16 gigabytes of DDR5 RAM memory, I found this laptop suitable for a test with video editing. Everything ran smoothly and on the sharp screen I had little trouble adjusting small details. The 4000 series has more power for editing lighting effects. I also saw this in the shadows and reflections, which looked much better. Just like with the games, the same rule applies here.
Sleek gaming design with fast fans The design has an advantage and a disadvantage. The advantage is the sturdy metal and plastic design in combination with the RGB keyboard lighting. This matches nicely with each other and the WASD (ZQSD in Belgium) buttons are made transparent for an extra gaming effect. The weight is a disadvantage. The laptop feels very heavy and at 2.6 kilograms is quite heavy in a backpack. The biggest advantage I think is the shortcut for the fans. I turned on this boost while playing Hogwarts Legacy and the laptop stayed well cooled.
Giorgos. Laptop specialist.
23 September 2024
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Product number | 944581 | |
Manufacturer code | 9S7-15P214-017 | |
Brand | MSI | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Via Coolblue | |
Old product returned for free |
Operating system | Windows | |
Screen size | 16 inches | |
Processor | Intel Core i7 | |
Internal RAM | 16 GB | |
Total storage capacity | 1 TB | |
Video card | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 | |
Touchscreen | ||
Recommended for use | Gaming, Music production and DJing, Photo editing, Video editing | |
Speed class laptops | High-end | |
Build quality laptops | Basic | |
Screen quality: laptops | Mid-range |
Panel type | IPS panel | |
Sharpness | WUXGA | |
Resolution width | 1920 pixels | |
Resolution height | 1200 pixels | |
Refresh rate | 144 Hz | |
Aspect ratio | 16:10 | |
Screen reflection | Anti-glare | |
Adaptive Sync | ||
Type of adaptive sync | G-Sync | |
Brightness | 300 cd/m2 | |
HDR support | ||
Blue light filter |
Processor number | 14700HX | |
Processor generation | 14th gen | |
Processor cores | Icosa-Core (20) | |
Processor code name | Raptor Lake | |
Clock speed | 3,9 GHz | |
Turbo speed | 5,4 GHz | |
Cache memory | 33 MB | |
Intel Evo laptop |
Maximum internal memory | 96 GB | |
Memory composition | 2x 8GB | |
Memory slot 1 | 8 GB | |
Memory slot 2 | 8 GB | |
Total number of RAM slots | 2 | |
RAM type (DDR type) | DDR5 |
Storage type | SSD | |
SSD storage capacity | 1000 GB | |
Hard drive type | NVMe |
Video card brand | NVIDIA | |
Type of video card | Dedicated | |
Video card RAM | 8 GB |
Windows OS version | Windows 11 Home | |
Operating system language | Multiple languages can be configured |
Laptop model | Laptop | |
Color | Gray | |
Material | Plastic | |
Material top of laptop | Plastic | |
Material keyboard casing laptop | Plastic | |
Material bottom of laptop | Plastic | |
Height | 2,73 cm | |
Width | 38,32 cm | |
Depth | 27,99 cm | |
Weight | 2,6 kg | |
Type of military test | MIL-STD-810H | |
Passed military test |
Mobile data connection | No | |
WiFi standards | Wireless A (WiFi 2), Wireless AC (WiFi 5), Wireless AX (WiFi 6), Wireless AXE (WiFi 6E), Wireless B (WiFi 1), Wireless G (WiFi 3), Wireless N (WiFi 4) | |
Bluetooth | ||
Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
USB port | ||
Number of USB ports | 4 | |
Type of USB port | Standard USB-A, USB-C | |
Protocol Female USB-C port | DisplayPort Alternative Mode, USB, USB electricity | |
USB version Female USB-C port | 3.1 | |
Video output via USB-C possible | Yes | |
Number of female standard USB-A ports | 3 | |
Female standard USB-A port version | 3.0 | |
Number of USB 3.1 Female USB-C port | 1 | |
HDMI connector | ||
Number of HDMI connectors | 1 | |
Female HDMI Type A port version | 2.1 | |
DisplayPort connector | ||
VGA connector | ||
Number of Ethernet ports | 1 | |
Thunderbolt connector | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Memory card reader |
Keyboard layout | QWERTY | |
Physical keyboard layout | ANSI | |
Numeric keypad | ||
Spill-resistant | ||
Backlit keyboard | ||
Color keyboard lighting | RGB | |
Mechanical keyboard | ||
Programmable keys |
Built-in microphone | ||
Number of speakers | 2 | |
Sound reproduction | Stereo | |
Integrated computer speakers brand | Standard speakers |
Built-in camera | ||
Image definition webcams | HD Ready (720p) | |
Camera slider |
Battery capacity laptop | 65 Wh | |
Battery technology | Lithium polymer | |
Maximum battery life | 4 hours | |
Power charger | 200 W |
Manufacturer's warranty |
TPM (Trusted platform module) | ||
TPM type | Firmware TPM | |
Kensington lock | ||
Windows Hello | ||
Fingerprint identity sensor | ||
Security class laptops | Basic |
Number of replaceable RAM slots | 2 |
Number of free RAM slots | 0 |
RAM expandable up to | 96 GB |
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