MSI India announces 14 new laptop models

Launch event of MSI’s new laptop models

Micro Star International (MSI), further expanded its product line-ups for laptops in India with the announcement of 14 new models across 5 series. The laptops cover the high-performance G-series gaming notebooks, the elegantly styled Classic series, the visually-stunning E-series entertainment notebooks, the extra-lightweight and fashionable X-Slim series and the ultra-thin, ultra-stylish U-series Wind Netbooks.

Tony Yang, newly appointed Managing Director of MSI India, said, “Our 2010 notebook line-up is based on feedback from users world-wide and backed by MSI’s strong R&D. With our 14 new models, we are able to provide Indian consumers, a notebook suited for every need.”

The ultra powerful MSI G-series GT640 and GT740 notebooks feature the Intel Calpella flat-screen 15.4-inch and 17-inch monitors and pack the latest Intel C i7 Quad-Core processors, combined with NVIDIA GeForce GTS 250M 3D discrete graphics. These two notebooks are optimized for use with Microsoft Windows 7. The G-Series notebooks from MSI are priced at Rs 88,000 upwards, depending on configuration.

The company’s Entertainment notebook line got a boost with the introduction of the MSI EX465 notebook. With a 15” LED backlit display and Intel Core Duo processor, the EX645 is so compact it just weight 2kg, including a high-capacity 6-cell battery. The clean, minimalist lines are a stylist’s delight. Breathtakingly real visual effects enabled by a Radeon HD4330 discrete 3D graphics card in 16:9 high-definition cinema display. The EX 465 from MSI is priced at Rs. 38,999 onwards, depending on configuration.

MSI’s all-new Classic Series notebooks adopt Intel’s latest-generation Core i5 CPU and are made all the more elegant with the latest fashionable color print film exterior coating. The CR420, CX420 and CR620 in the Classic series boast performance enhancement by 20% over the previous generation and an operating speed enhancement up to 30%. The MSI Classic series exterior design features the utmost in styling with 45-degree angled design, slimmer profile and clean, minimalist lines. Prices for the Classic series of notebooks from MSI start at Rs. 38,000 and depend on configuration.

The outstanding good looks of MSI’s extra-lightweight, very thin X-Slim series notebooks hide a power-performer with the Intel CULV (Consumer Ultra-Voltage) energy saving platform, and Intel Core2 Duo processor—the ultimate marriage of high-technology and fashion. The MSI X350, X420, X620 and X430 comprise the new additions to the X-Slim series. Common across the series is 3D Boost Technology for excellent 3D computing, chrome treatment, the tactile chiclet keyboard and Color Film Print technology, SRS premium sound and extra-long battery life enabled by LED that is only 70% of traditional panel. The MSI X-Slim X620 performance and stylized silver borders is already creating waves in the design community—it has been awarded the 2010 German iF Product Design Award. The X-Slim series of notebooks from MSI are priced at Rs. 45,000 onwards, depending on configuration.

Four ultra-portables are the showpiece of MSI’s netbooks line. The MSI Wind U130 and U135—dazzling special edition with exceptional stylish character. The U135 comes in four colors—refined silver, wind-dancer black, trendy blue and cherry red, while the U130 comes in two all-new standard colors—angelic white and wind-dancer black. The Wind U135 and U130 both use Intel’s newest ATOM N450 processor with low battery consumption. The netbooks carry International WiMAX Forum Certification—the first netbook products based on the ATOM N450 to achieve this certification. Prices for the Wind U130 and U135 netbooks from MSI are Rs. 19,000 and Rs 21,000 respectively.

The MSI Wind U210 and U230 are the first netbooks in 12-inch display size. Featuring AMD’s second generation Ultrathin Platform, a dual core processor, they retain the ultra-thin mobility while offering an expansive viewing experience.

The dual-core processor architecture provides consumers a performance experience on par with standard notebooks. Supporting HD video output, and DirectX10 technology for stunning audio and video entertainment on a 16:9 lifelike display, they even incorporate HDMI output ports to easily connect to large-screen TV or other multimedia devices.