MSI PS42
Best lightweight laptop for professionals seeking a sleek and portable design.
A highly portable machine that balances professional performance with a sleek, lightweight form factor. It offers enough graphical power for light creative work while maintaining the connectivity and reliability needed for daily productivity on the move.
$1299.00
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Mobile Advance
Who it's for
- Mobile professionals needing a sleek, lightweight laptop for travel
- Visual creators who prioritize color precision and immersive viewing
- Power users who frequently connect external drives and accessories
Who should skip it
- Remote workers who participate in frequent professional video conferences
- Power users performing intensive video editing or sustained multitasking
- Night owls who often work in low-light environments
Performance breakdown
Portability
Featherlight chassis makes this an effortless carry for daily commuters.
Multitasking Capability
Sixteen gigabytes of RAM handles heavy browser tabs and office suites easily.
Visual Performance
Dedicated graphics provide a noticeable boost for light creative editing tasks.
Typing Experience
Backlit keys offer reliable tactile feedback for late-night work sessions.
Connectivity Versatility
Includes essential ports like HDMI and SD reader for seamless peripheral integration.
Processing Speed
The eighth-gen processor remains snappy for standard productivity and business workflows.
Key Specs
Processor
Intel Core i7-8550U
RAM
16 GB
Storage
512 GB SSD
Screen Size
14 inches
Display Resolution
1920 x 1080
Graphics Card
NVIDIA GeForce MX150
Operating System
Windows 10 Pro
Weight
2.62 lbs
Backlit Keyboard
Yes
Connectivity Ports
USB 3.1, USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type C, HDMI, SD Card Reader
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