13lbs of RAW POWER?! - MSI GT83 Titan SLI
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The MSI GT83 Titan SLI, dubbed "Ryan" by the reviewer, arrives as a hefty 13‑lb gaming laptop that packs dual GTX 1080s in an SLI configuration, a 1TB NVMe RAID0 array, and an 18.4‑inch 1080p 60Hz IPS panel. The build is highlighted by a robust cooling system with 15 heat pipes and two 29‑blade fans, a 25‑blade fan, and a full‑size mechanical keyboard with cherry MX switches. In performance testing, the laptop tops the charts in DirectX 12 modes and holds its own against comparable desktop setups, achieving solid frame rates in titles like Deus Ex and Rise of the Tomb Raider. The reviewer notes that the laptop’s weight of 19 pounds (including power bricks) is a trade‑off for its portability, and that the 1080p 60Hz panel, while not a 144Hz G‑Sync display, delivers a “cozy” gaming experience. The audio subsystem, featuring an ESS Saber DAC and a 4‑speaker, 1‑subwoofer setup, is praised for its fullness. Overall, the GT83 Titan SLI is positioned as a powerful, portable gaming machine that offers a compelling price‑performance ratio for gamers and programmers alike.
Viewers largely appreciate the dual‑GPU setup and the 1080p 60Hz panel, with several comments noting the laptop’s weight and performance. Some users point out the 19‑lb carry weight as a drawback, while others praise the audio and keyboard. Overall sentiment is positive, with a high like count and a few replies clarifying the SLI terminology and the laptop’s specs.
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Questions answered
- What is the total weight of the MSI GT83 Titan SLI including power bricks?
- 19 pounds (13 lbs laptop + 3 lbs each of two power bricks).
- How many GPUs are installed in the GT83 Titan SLI?
- Two GTX 1080s in SLI configuration.
- What is the resolution and refresh rate of the laptop’s display?
- 18.4‑inch 1080p 60Hz IPS panel.
- What cooling system does the GT83 Titan SLI use?
- 15 heat pipes, two 29‑blade fans, and a 25‑blade fan.
- What audio output does the laptop provide?
- ESS Saber DAC, 4‑speaker, 1‑subwoofer setup.
- What storage configuration does the laptop have?
- 1TB twin NVMe RAID0 array.
- What performance metrics were highlighted in the review?
- DirectX 12 frame rates in Deus Ex and Rise of the Tomb Raider.
- What is the MSRP of the GT83 Titan SLI?
- $5,400.