MSI GE62 Apache

July 7, 2015 | by Ian Debevoise

With gaming in mind the 15-inch MSI GE62 Apache is packed with a quality components while also being portable and affordable. The Nvidia GeForce GTX 965M graphic card provides very solid graphics on a nice display, while the Intel Core i7-4720HQ processor is maybe not necessary for gaming and burns battery but holds up better than most gaming laptops in real world situations.

Windows 8.1 (64-bit)
2.6 GHz Intel Core i7-4720HQ (6MB cache, 3.6 GHz Turbo Boost)
15.6-inch FHD (1920 x 1080) anti-glare display
Nvidia GeForce GTX 965M (2GB of DDR5)
Intel HD Graphics 4600
8GB DDR3 (16GB max)
1 TB HDD (7200 RPM, Hitachi Travelstar) with two storage partitions
DVD Super Multi drive
10/100/1000 Mbps LAN (Killer E2200)
Intel 1×1 Wireless AC 3160 + Bluetooth 4.0
HD (1280 x 720) webcam
6-cell internal Li-Ion battery
150-watt AC adapter
Dimensions: 1.15 x 16.5 x 11 inches
Weight: 5.95 pounds
2-year warranty
Price as Configured: $1,299.99

Pros
- Good display color and viewing angles
- Solid performance while gaming
- Gamer-friendly keyboard and touchpad
- Relatively thin and light for a gaming notebook
Cons
- Unimpressive battery life
- Average screen contrast
- Dedicated number pad keys too small
- Runs a bit too hot

Quick Take

The MSI GE62 Apache offers excellent performance for a reasonable price but falls short on battery life.

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