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Black 15.6 inch thin gaming laptop with hair brushed aluminum finish

MSI

MSI GF63 THIN 8SC-030 gaming laptop

SKU CH-0DRJ-39ACC MPN GF63 THIN 8SC-030

A 15.6-inch IPS gaming laptop with an Intel Core i5-8300H, GTX 1650 graphics, 8 GB memory and a 256 GB NVMe SSD in a 4.1 lb aluminium chassis

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 10 Home 64-bit 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
  • CPUIntel Core i5-8300H 2.30 GHz
  • Screen15.6" IPS
  • Memory8GB
  • Storage256 GB NVMe SSD
  • Quad-core i5-8300H reaches 4.00 GHz turbo for responsive gaming
  • GTX 1650 with 4 GB video memory drives 1080p gameplay
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD loads games and apps quickly
  • 6" IPS panel at 1920 x 1080 gives wide viewing angles
  • Slim .85" profile at 4.10 lbs fits in a backpack

Thin gaming laptop for entry-level play

The MSI GF63 THIN 8SC-030 is a 15.6 inch IPS laptop built around an Intel Core i5-8300H quad-core processor and GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q graphics with 4 GB video memory. It ships with 8 GB of memory and a 256 GB NVMe SSD running Windows 10 Home 64-bit. The 0.85 inch profile and 4.1 lb weight suit users who need portable 1080p gaming capability.

Connectivity and expansion for a compact chassis

One USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port, three USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports and an HDMI output supporting 4K at 30 Hz handle peripherals and external displays. Gigabit LAN and WLAN provide wired and wireless networking. The thin aluminum hair-brushed chassis includes X-shaped ventilation to manage thermals within the slim form factor.

Suited for casual gamers and mobile students

This configuration fits buyers who want a light 15.6 inch device for mainstream titles at 1080p and everyday productivity on battery. Users needing higher frame rates in demanding games, larger local storage or more memory for content creation should consider laptops with stronger GPUs and greater capacity.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-8300H reaches 4.00 GHz turbo for responsive gaming
  • GTX 1650 with 4 GB video memory drives 1080p gameplay
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD loads games and apps quickly
  • 6" IPS panel at 1920 x 1080 gives wide viewing angles
  • Slim .85" profile at 4.10 lbs fits in a backpack

Specifications

BrandMSI
SeriesGF Series
ModelGF63 THIN 8SC-030
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 10 Home 64-bit 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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CPUIntel Core i5-8300H 2.30 GHz
Screen15.6" IPS
Memory8GB
Storage256 GB NVMe SSD
Graphics CardGeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q
Video Memory4GB
CommunicationGigabit LAN and WLAN
Dimensions (W x D x H)14.13" x 9.99" x 0.85"
Weight4.10 lbs.
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor NameIntel Core i5-8300H
Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
Core NameCoffee Lake
Turbo FrequencyUp to 4.00 GHz
CPU L3 Cache8 MB
ChipsetIntel HM370
Screen Size15.6"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Wide Screen SupportYes
Display TypeFHD
Resolution1920 x 1080
PanelIPS
Refresh Rate60 Hz
Display FeaturesIPS-Level 60 Hz 45% NTSC Thin Bezel
GPU/VPUGeForce GTX 1650
Graphic TypeDedicated Card
SSD256GB NVMe
HDDNo
Memory SpeedDDR4 2666
Memory Spec8 GB x 1
Memory Slot (Total)2
Max Memory Supported64 GB
Optical Drive TypeNo
LANQCA8171
WLANIntel 9560 Jefferson Peak (2x2 802.11ac)
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 5
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0
USB1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI1 x HDMI (4K @ 30Hz)
Audio PortsHeadset AMP + Gold Flash jacks
SpeakerSpeakers 2W x 2
TouchpadMulti Touch
KeyboardSteel Series Single backlight with Anti-Ghost key + silver lining
Backlit KeyboardBacklit
Webcam720p HD Webcam
StyleThin and Light
TypeGaming
UsageConsumer
AC Adapter/Charger150-watt AC Adapter
Battery3-cell (51 Whr) Li-Polymer
Shipping weight3.51 kg
Package size475 × 330 × 89 mm

Questions about this item

Does the i5-8300H hit its 4.00 GHz turbo limit during long sessions?

The quad-core Coffee Lake processor can reach 4.00 GHz turbo frequency, but sustained loads will be constrained by the thin 0.85 inch chassis and shared cooling with the GTX 1650 Max-Q.

How loud and hot does the GF63 Thin get when the GTX 1650 Max-Q runs all day?

The aluminium hair-brushed chassis uses X-shaped ventilation to exhaust heat from both CPU and GPU, yet the 4.1 lb frame leaves limited airflow space, so fan noise and surface temperature rise noticeably under continuous load.

What must I already own to use the single HDMI 4K 30Hz output on this laptop?

You need an external display or TV with an HDMI input that accepts 1920 x 1080 or 4K at 30 Hz, plus an HDMI cable; the port is the only video output on the GF63 Thin 8SC-030.

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