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MSI GL63 15" Gaming Laptop, Core i5-8300H / GTX1050 4GB, 8GB/256 GB SSD $889.96 + Shipping ($0 with Prime) @ Amazon US via AU

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MSI GL63 15" Gaming Laptop, Core i5-8300H / GTX1050 4GB, 8GB/256 GB SSD $889.96 + Shipping ($0 with Prime) @ Amazon US via AUAffiliate
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Andard on 03/09/2019 - 13:07 amazon.com.au (1578 clicks)
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Found this gaming laptop on Amazon and thought it was a pretty good deal for a GTX 1050.

It’s a class 2 graphics card according to notebookcheck and still a decent performer. Full HD display, 15.6in

256GB SSD is decent too.

Display: 15.6" Full HD eDP IPS-Level 45% NTSC
Processor: Core i5-8300H 2.3 - 4.0GHz
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX1050 4G GDDR5
Memory: 8GB (8G*1) DDR4 2666MHz, 2 Sockets; Max Memory 32GB
Storage: 256GB NVMe SSD

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  • incipient on 03/09/2019 - 13:12
    +1

    Free delivery with prime I think on this one, as it's from the US?

    • Andard on 03/09/2019 - 13:14

      I thought it was free for prime and non prime because it’s over $50… could be wrong?

      • O O on 03/09/2019 - 13:16
        +1

        $889.96 + $44.44 Delivery for non Prime member.

        • Andard on 03/09/2019 - 13:17

          Ah thanks, mods already corrected the title

  • dcep on 03/09/2019 - 13:13
    +2

    Display: 15.6" Full HD eDP IPS-Level 45% NTSC
    Processor: Core i5-8300H 2.3 - 4.0GHz
    Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX1050 4G GDDR5
    Memory: 8GB (8G*1) DDR4 2666MHz, 2 Sockets; Max Memory 32GB
    Storage: 256GB NVMe SSD

    • capslock janitor on 03/09/2019 - 20:00

      They should at least mention the refresh rate on Gaming stuff by now as standard I could guess 60hz but just for completeness sake

  • David Kim on 03/09/2019 - 13:13

    Will this laptop comfortably run GTA 5?

    • dmac80 on 03/09/2019 - 13:15
      +4

      Yeah 1050 should run GTA pretty comfortably - maybe like 50fps on 1080 and High.

  • Phoebus on 03/09/2019 - 13:14

    reasonable specs for a quasi gaming laptop and great price.

  • mrshorty on 03/09/2019 - 13:22

    was just about this post this - 15 min too late!

    • Andard on 03/09/2019 - 13:44

      😎

  • Big Dog on 03/09/2019 - 13:22

    Would this come with a US power adapter? Also, would it attract a 10% GST in sending it to Australia?

    • danz84 on 03/09/2019 - 13:31
      +1

      with Amazon, I think GST is already included.

      I was not paying extra for my purchases before from Amazon Us.

      • CyberMurning on 03/09/2019 - 16:06

        So means we can claim tax back via TRS, right?

        • danz84 on 03/09/2019 - 16:28

          sorry not sure on that, but I checked the tax invoice, it has GST included.

          however the address of the invoice is US address, but still it's a valid tax invoice- with the ABN of Amazon Australia.

          I am curious to know it too..

          Although it does say on TRS website: you can not claim on goods purchased over the Internet and imported into Australia

    • R4 on 03/09/2019 - 15:15
      +2

      Laptop power supplies are usually dual voltage, so it would just mean a new power cable - under $5.

  • BooYa on 03/09/2019 - 13:44

    Great price really.

    I'm a bit disappointed that it doesn't have an optical drive though (I'd prefer not to have to carry an external optical drive with a laptop, wouldn't be so bad with a PC).

    • asa79 on 03/09/2019 - 13:53
      +2

      Just convert it to ISO on USB

      • BooYa on 03/09/2019 - 14:04

        True, forgot about that.

        The only thing is that most paid software on an optical disc would be copyright protected, requiring the use of questionable software to bypass it.

        • Lukian on 03/09/2019 - 15:15

          Iso mounting software isn't at all questionable.

          • BooYa on 03/09/2019 - 16:04

            @Lukian: Not the ones that just mount non copyright content, mostly they're not questionable.

            I meant that there's a lot of questionable ISO mounting software that claims (and sometimes does) mount images that are protected by various software protection methods, after bypassing or breaking it.

            That's mainly due to the fact that they often need to use rootkits, in order to do that, and a lot of those are questionable.

            In my experience they also often used to contain malware when downloaded from various sites, so that even if the rootkit was benign, the malware that's downloaded with it (possibly from compromised websites) can use the rootkit to hide from the OS.

        • asa79 on 03/09/2019 - 17:48

          How many of them are left tho, most have moved to online activations and subscription models

    • coxymla on 03/09/2019 - 16:00
      +1

      Do any laptops have optical drives?

  • ozvictor on 03/09/2019 - 13:58

    is there any cashback from amazon ?

  • asa79 on 03/09/2019 - 13:59

    Would this handle the MSI 34" monitor with much issues?

  • BooYa on 03/09/2019 - 14:18
    +1

    Here's a review you might find helpful https://au-pcmag-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/au.pcmag.com/lap…

    • Blitzfx on 03/09/2019 - 15:46
      +2

      Budget-price gaming notebooks are polarizers. They'll get you playing, but the next performance tier up from them usually isn't that much of a financial stretch. That's the dilemma facing the GL63, MSI's 15.6-inch economy gaming model. (It starts at $899; $999 as tested.) The 8RC-076 configuration in this review pairs, oddly, a high-end hexa-core processor with an entry-level Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 graphics chip. That's not inherently a bad combo, but the GPU makes the GL63 a tough sell. For about the same price, Dell's G7 15 gets you far more capable GTX 1060 (Max-Q) graphics. Quick searches revealed this GL63 configuration discounted by etailers by $100, but it needs more markdown to be competitive. Lenovo's Legion Y530, our current top-pick budget gamer, emphasizes this: It offers a sleeker design, better battery life, and a 4GB version of the GTX 1050 starting at just $749.

      Reading the rest of the review, this laptop is below best value / performance. We're basically copping out for a 1050 when we could be paying a tiny bit more for a lot better, like that other $999 deal, assuming we're sticking sub-$1000

      • id on 03/09/2019 - 16:02
        +1

        don't forget the article is USD. This deal is AUD

      • CyberMurning on 03/09/2019 - 16:08
        +1

        Yes it's USD. Otherwise everyone will buy legion y530 for AUD 750 lol.

  • CoreJava on 03/09/2019 - 14:31

    Bargain, everyone should get 1

  • CyberMurning on 03/09/2019 - 14:38
    -1

    Reviews said screen I dim, viewing angle limited….
    Also, the bezel is thick

    • shiny1 on 03/09/2019 - 15:03
      +10

      Did you know you can pay more to buy a laptop with better features?

  • Jackkkkkk on 03/09/2019 - 15:16

    Tempted! this would be great for Oculus/PCVR

    • plentifoo on 03/09/2019 - 17:27

      or just get an oculus quest and run virtual desktop/ALVR hooked up wirelessly to your high powered desktop.

      untethered VR is much better.

      • Jackkkkkk on 03/09/2019 - 18:58

        I have the quest. Graphic wise, I’m getting over it. I want to try newer better games

        • plentifoo on 03/09/2019 - 19:02

          ALVR mate, yea that snapdragon 835 is dated, but still can stream good 4k video for VR. Play steamVR games wirelessly.

    • caitsith01 on 03/09/2019 - 17:38

      Graphics card is not quite good enough for VR IMHO.

      • Robc on 03/09/2019 - 20:28

        My 1050ti isn't, so this wont be even close for vr…

  • Swiper on 03/09/2019 - 15:30

    My son is starting high school next year. Would this be good to get for school work (not gaming!). Would it be too early to get now for next year? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

    • Andard on 03/09/2019 - 15:34

      I wouldn't get this just for school work. You can get much cheaper machines for that.

      • The Wololo Wombat on 03/09/2019 - 15:36
        +7

        Damn it, Dad :(

      • Swiper on 03/09/2019 - 15:39

        Thanks for that. I know there's cheaper options out there but thought the specs may hold up longer. Want something to last at least 3-4 years

        • Andard on 03/09/2019 - 15:49
          +1

          🤔 hmm well you're paying a premium for the gaming card, which I don't think is crucial for lastability.. so if you took it out and searched for a equivalent i5, 256 SSD, 8GB RAM laptop with on-board GFX you would definitely find cheaper.

          But if you want your son to enjoy playing Fortnite, get this.

          • orly on 03/09/2019 - 15:57
            +1

            @Andard: Spot on my recommendations with the specs. And depends how tight you run the ship @Swiper, your son might bug you for a laptop that will be able to run games on.

          • CyberMurning on 03/09/2019 - 16:11

            @Andard: Sorry I'm noob in gaming: so, there is no benefit of getting laptop with good gpu? I'm too, not gamer but want something last long. (This ticks mynliat on IPS level, type c and 8th gen cpu)

            • Andard on 03/09/2019 - 16:28

              @CyberMurning: You should get this :) better make a decision soon too, less than 30 mins to go.

        • BarginGrabber on 03/09/2019 - 16:51

          These laptops tend to have pretty bad battery life, I can confirm these are not great laptops for school exclusively.

          Also, good chance your son is gonna use it to play games because thats pretty much why someone would buy this laptop. Maybe if you do some graphics design, but even then there are much better laptops for that.

          For school laptops, I'd want
          decent CPU, FHD screen, good battery life and fairly light.

    • cent88 on 03/09/2019 - 15:46
      +1

      I would look at other options for school. This is a dedicated gaming laptop and possibly bulky.

      • Swiper on 03/09/2019 - 15:47

        Good advice, that makes sense. Cheers

    • scrimshaw on 03/09/2019 - 16:06

      Many schools do not provide places for kids to charge their notebooks. If you're buying a big grunty machine loaded for bear with gaming-grade GPU's take note that their batteries typically don't last for more than 4-5 hours even on power-saving mode.

      Ultrabooks don't have the grunt to play games but what they do have is power efficiency (7-8 hours being the norm) so take into consideration into power vs portability

  • CyberMurning on 03/09/2019 - 15:34

    I chatted with Amazon about warranty they said if anything happen I will need to ship it back to USA but Amazon will reimburse the shipping cost. I thought MSI has global warranty….

    • dcep on 03/09/2019 - 15:43

      maybe ask MSY instead ?

      1300 222 688

      • CyberMurning on 03/09/2019 - 16:40

        i called just now. the guy from sales said, warranty is 1 year only for overseas stock, sent to NSW address. after that you might need to send back to USA. local stock, 2 years local warranty.

  • jbone33 on 03/09/2019 - 15:55
    +2

    I purchased this about 3 months ago when a computer alliance deal was posted. I find it to be great, looks comfortable in a cafe and doesn't have that super bulky gaming laptop aesthetic. Smoothly runs games (just under the recommended specs for the new borderlands) and I can comfortably edit video and use photoshop with it.

    Main downside for me is the charger is quite large and laptop itself is on the heavier side (altho you will get this with most gaming spec laptops).

    • danz84 on 03/09/2019 - 16:23
      +1

      Does it look comfortable in other places, other than in a cafe?

      • jbone33 on 03/09/2019 - 17:59

        Haha yes definitely. Sits nicely on lap and wouldn't bat an eyelid taking it into work.

  • FireRunner on 03/09/2019 - 16:42

    I would recommend a GTX1050 TI or higher for anyone looking to buy a gaming laptop.
    The GTX1050 is going to struggle with new release games at mid-high settings.

  • CyberMurning on 03/09/2019 - 17:00

    deal ends… price back to normal, $908.72
    whopping save of $18.xx

    • orly on 03/09/2019 - 17:13
      +2

      $1349 AUD dude.

      • CyberMurning on 03/09/2019 - 17:29

        whooups,, you are right.

        • adr8 on 03/09/2019 - 18:15
          +1

          Was showing $908.72 for a short while as I checked just after reading your previous comment. Must have gone up to $1349 after that.

  • CyberMurning on 03/09/2019 - 19:01

    Is my post a better deal?
    https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/481277

    • BartholemewH on 04/09/2019 - 19:03

      I've been pondering the GF75 all day. If anyone can find a more powerful 17.3" laptop with compact dimensions for the money I'm all ears.

  • go2force on 05/09/2019 - 15:23

    Can someone recommend a decent 15.6'/17' laptop with a glossy bright screen (300 nits or more). I need it mainly for multimedia and browsing. Absolutely no gaming. Quick responses appreciated!!

  • CyberMurning on 05/09/2019 - 23:11

    this is now AUD $1,098.35

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