Here’s the latest nForce 980a based motherboard from MSI, the NF980-G65. This new ATX board adopts the APS (Active Phase Switching) power saving technology and features a 4+1 phase power design, four DDR3-2133 memory slots, three PCI-Express x16 slots backed by an NF200 chip to support 3-way SLI technology and supports AM3 processors. In addition, it also comes with a 7.1 channel audio, the Easy OC Switch and several connectivity ports including FireWire, six SATA 3.0 Gbps, Gigabit Ethernet, D-Sub, DVI and HDMI. The MSI NF980-G65 will retail for 140 Euro (about $200). More
MSI has released full details on their upcoming Wind Top AE2200 all-in-one PC. Measuring 560mm x 465mm x 59mm, the system is equipped with a 21.6-inch touchscreen display with 1920 x 1080 resolution, 5ms response time, a 2.7GHz Intel Pentium E5400 Dual-Core processor, a 1GB ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4650 graphics card, a 4GB RAM, a 500GB hard drive and a DVD writer. Other interesting specs include a 1.3-megapixel camera, two 5W speakers, a built-in TV tuner, a 6-in-1 card reader, WiFi and a 200W PSU. No word on pricing so far. More
MSI has officially announced their new top-of-the-line Lightning series graphics card, the N275GTX Lightning. Featuring ‘Military Class’ components, the card is equipped with 240 Processing Cores, a 448-bit memory interface, a core clock of 700MHz (633 MHz stock), a 1792MB of GDDR3 memory set @ 2300MHz (2268MHz), a Twin Frozr II dual-slot cooler, APS (Active Phase Switching) power management technology and V-Check points for easy voltage measurements. In addition, It also comes with several connectivity ports including D-Sub, DVI and HDMI. The N275GTX Lightning should become available soon for around 253 Euro (about $361). [TechConnect]
The 512MB and 1GB N250GTS Twin Frozr OC are the latest graphics cards from MSI that feature Military Class components for the longest lifespan and stability. These graphics cards integrate a 55nm G92b GPU clocked at 760MHz, 128 Stream Processors, a 256-bit memory interface, a dual-slot Twin Frozr cooler that boasts two dual PWM fans and three copper heatpipes, and factory overclocked frequencies – 1836MHz for the shader and 2300MHz for the memory. In addition, these cards also come with DirectX 10, PhysX, two DVI outputs and support both CUDA and SLI. Sadly, there’s no word on pricing and release date yet. More
The MSI CR400 Classic series notebook has been released. It is a high-end laptop with a uni-body design, Color Film Print and 45-degree edges. The MSI CR400 is powered by an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, a 14-inch LED-backlit display with a 1,366 x 768 resolution and an nVidia GeForce 8200M G graphics card. Other features include Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium, a 4-in-1 card reader, a DVD drive, Wi-Fi, a 1.3-megapixel webcam and three USB ports. Pricing info is still unavailable. But, I’m sure it won’t be cheap. Stay tuned for more updates. More
MSI has unveiled a new model of its AM3-ready motherboard line-up in the form of the 770T-C45. The board adopts the APS (Active Phase Switching) power saving technology and features the Easy OC switch, four DDR3-1600 memory slots, a PCI-Express x16 slot and supports the AM3 processor. In addition, it also integrates six SATA 3.0 Gbps ports, one PATA connector, a 7.1 channel audio, Gigabit Ethernet and Windows 7-ready. The 770T-C45 is expected to hit stores in the next few weeks for unannounced price yet. More
In case you’re looking for an ultra-slim notebook computer, then I suggest you to check out the newly launched X-Slim X400 from MSI. This stylish machine not only measures less than an inch thick but it also weighs only 1.5Kg. As for the specs itself, you’ll find a 14-inch HD 16:9 TFT-LCD display with 1366 x 768 resolution, an Intel Ultra Low Voltage (ULV) processor, an Intel GMA 4500MHD graphics, up to 4GB RAM, a 500GB hard drive, a 1.3MP webcam, Windows Vista Home Premium, a media card reader, a HDMI port, 2x USB ports, WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity. Sadly, there’s no word on pricing yet. More
If you’re looking for a new multimedia notebook with large display, I suggest you to check out MSI’s latest Bravo EX627 notebook. This new system not only comes with an Intel Core 2 Duo processor but it also offers a large 16-inch widescreen HD display. Other interesting specs include, a 512MB ATI Radeon HD4570 graphics card, a 2.0MP webcam, a Blu-ray drive, Dolby Surround sound, a 4GB RAM, a 320GB HDD, WiFi, Bluetooth, Windows vista OS and an optional 6/9 cell battery. Pricing and release date are still unknown at the moment. More
MSI has rolled out a new HD PMP in the form of the MT-V886. The gadget comes with a 4.3-inch screen that only supports 480 x 272 pixels, so you will have to connect the player to a larger screen through the built-in TV out to enjoy the 720p videos. The player supports RM, RMVB, AVI, FLV video files, an FM tuner and e-Book functionality. No info on pricing so far. [Generation MP3 via iPod and MP3 Players]
MSI’s X-Slim X340 is now available in the States. Priced at only $599 each, the laptop features an Intel Atom Z530 1.6GHz CPU, a 2GB RAM, a 250GB HDD, a 4-cell battery and Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium OS. The laptop utilities the Intel Menlow US15W chipset with the GMA 500 integrated graphics. Its 13-inch 16:9 display has a resolution of 1366 x 768 pixels and uses LED backlight. Other features include a 1.3MP webcam, stereo speakers, 802.11n WiFi, Bluetooth, an Ethernet LAN port, three USB ports, a 2-in-1 media card reader, and a VGA output. [Engadget via Laptop Notebook News]
