MSI Pulse 16 AI C1VGKG – Coral Black

The MSI Pulse 16 AI C1VGKG is a high-performance gaming laptop with advanced features, designed for gamers and professionals who need both power and style. Here’s an in-depth look at the Coral Black laptop’s specifications:

Processor and Performance

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor is a 16-core CPU with 22 threads and a 24MB cache. It operates at a base frequency of 2.50GHz, with a turbo boost up to 4.80GHz. This powerful CPU ensures smooth performance in multitasking, gaming, and productivity tasks, making it a solid choice for both gaming and professional workloads. The Intel AI Boost enhances performance, especially for tasks that leverage AI processing.

Graphics and Gaming Performance

The Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU with 8GB of GDDR6 memory is built for smooth, immersive gaming experiences. The RTX 4070 supports ray tracing and AI features, making it perfect for gaming and creative applications like video editing and 3D rendering.

Display and Visuals

The laptop features a 16-inch QHD+ LED IPS display with a 2560x1600 resolution and a 240Hz refresh rate. This display delivers 100% DCI-P3 color accuracy for vivid and lifelike visuals, and the slim bezel design enhances the screen-to-body ratio. Whether for gaming, multimedia, or work, the screen’s sharpness and smoothness stand out, providing an excellent visual experience.

Memory and Storage

The 32GB DDR5 RAM (2 x 16GB) runs at 5600MHz, providing ample memory for multitasking, gaming, and professional applications. The 1TB PCIe NVMe Gen4 SSD ensures fast data transfer and quick system boot-ups, while there are also 2x M.2 SSD slots for future storage expansion.

Battery and Charging

The 90 Whr battery provides a solid battery life of up to 4.5 hours depending on usage. With the included 240W AC adapter, you can quickly recharge the laptop, making it ready for extended gaming sessions or work.

Design and Build

The Coral Black design of the MSI Pulse 16 exudes a sleek, professional aesthetic. Despite its powerful hardware, it weighs 2.5 kg and has dimensions of 359.8 x 266.7 x 21.89-27.9 mm, making it reasonably portable for a performance laptop.

Keyboard and Audio

The 24-zone RGB gaming keyboard adds a personalized touch to your gaming experience, with customizable lighting. The multi-gesture secure touchpad supports gestures for multitasking, along with fingerprint security for secure access. The audio system consists of 2x 2W speakers, providing decent sound quality for gaming and media.

Connectivity and Ports

Connectivity options include:

• 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port
• 1 x HDMI port for connecting external displays
• LAN support for wired networking
• Wi-Fi 6E for fast wireless internet
• Bluetooth 5.3 for wireless devices
• Combo headphone and microphone ports
• Kensington lock slot for additional security

Security Features

The MSI Pulse 16 AI is equipped with advanced security features, including:

• Personal Secure Drive
• Discrete TPM 2.0 (Trusted Platform Module)
• Webcam shutter for privacy protection
• Microsoft Pluton Security Technology to protect against threats.

Special Features

• AI Optimized: The laptop uses AI to dynamically adjust system performance for gaming, creative work, or other tasks.
• Copilot Plus: The laptop helps optimize performance for gaming and productivity tasks, ensuring a smooth experience.
• IR FHD Webcam with 3D Noise Reduction+ (3DNR+) for clear video calls and streaming.
• Fingerprint security for secure login.

Warranty and Support

The MSI Pulse 16 AI C1VGKG comes with a 2-year warranty, including 1 year for travel and 1 year for the battery and adapter. Warranty claims typically take 20-40 days, depending on the nature of the issue.