MSI Launches GT725 -- First gaming notebook to feature ATi Radeon HD4850

Mac Daddy · Mar 3, 2009, 02:41 AM

CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA – March 02, 2009 – MSI Computer, a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, is excited to announce the GT725 Gaming Notebook. MSI outfitted the GT725 with Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology (Intel® 45nm Penryn P9500), the ATi Radeon HD4850 video card, a Blu-ray player and a 17” 1080P HD LCD to create the ultimate mobile gaming experience.

“GT725 is our flagship gaming notebook,” said Andy Tung, Vice President of Sales, MSI US. “Graphically speaking it is in a class by itself – the brilliant 1080P HD display and 4GB of DDRII allow the GT725 to run 3-D titles that few other gaming notebooks could handle.”

MSI built the GT725 in its brushed aluminum gaming case with stamped aluminum sheeting for increased protection and durability. However, despite the rugged case and a standard 9-cell battery, the GT725 weighs just over seven pounds.
MSI’s also included its exclusive Turbo Drive Engine Technology and ECO Engine Management function which are activated by two touch centers located just above the keyboard.
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Source: Emailed press release
Check out the DH review HERE

Tipstaff · Mar 3, 2009, 08:08 AM

I'm supposed to be getting one of these to demo. Pretty decent specs for a $1600 laptop.

Can't wait to try it.

BTW, Nathan, I noticed in the review that you said it only comes with Vista 32bit, but I've seen references to it coming with 64bit as well.

Edit: Just to clarify something: which model did you get? UK or US? Specifically, is it the GT725-075US, or the GT725-087UK? The reason I ask is that the US model "supposedly" has a screen resolution of 1920x1200 (according to the MSI rep and their site), while the UK model has 1680x1050, as does the lower US model, the GT725-074US.

Mac Daddy · Mar 3, 2009, 01:36 PM

Cool Tipstaff I enjoyed Nathan's review and always good to see it from other perspectives as well.

I definitely would prefer 64 bit Vista and I mentioned that to my contact when I emailed him back last night. If he has any updates on that will post back.

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Mac Daddy DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 7,950 Rep Power: 78 System Specs	MSI Launches GT725 -- First gaming notebook to feature ATi Radeon HD4850 CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA – March 02, 2009 – MSI Computer, a leading manufacturer of computer hardware products and solutions, is excited to announce the GT725 Gaming Notebook. MSI outfitted the GT725 with Intel® Centrino® 2 Processor Technology (Intel® 45nm Penryn P9500), the ATi Radeon HD4850 video card, a Blu-ray player and a 17” 1080P HD LCD to create the ultimate mobile gaming experience. “GT725 is our flagship gaming notebook,” said Andy Tung, Vice President of Sales, MSI US. “Graphically speaking it is in a class by itself – the brilliant 1080P HD display and 4GB of DDRII allow the GT725 to run 3-D titles that few other gaming notebooks could handle.” MSI built the GT725 in its brushed aluminum gaming case with stamped aluminum sheeting for increased protection and durability. However, despite the rugged case and a standard 9-cell battery, the GT725 weighs just over seven pounds. MSI’s also included its exclusive Turbo Drive Engine Technology and ECO Engine Management function which are activated by two touch centers located just above the keyboard. __________ Source: Emailed press release Check out the DH review HERE __________________ "My mom said the only reason men are alive is for lawn care and vehicle maintenance." - Tim Allen Last edited by Iria; Mar 3, 2009 at 03:20 AM.

Mar 3, 2009, 08:08 AM	#2
Tipstaff HardwareHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Real capital of Canada: Torauna Posts: 6,660 Rep Power: 187 System Specs	Re: MSI Launches GT725 -- First gaming notebook to feature ATi Radeon HD4850 I'm supposed to be getting one of these to demo. Pretty decent specs for a $1600 laptop. Can't wait to try it. BTW, Nathan, I noticed in the review that you said it only comes with Vista 32bit, but I've seen references to it coming with 64bit as well. Edit: Just to clarify something: which model did you get? UK or US? Specifically, is it the GT725-075US, or the GT725-087UK? The reason I ask is that the US model "supposedly" has a screen resolution of 1920x1200 (according to the MSI rep and their site), while the UK model has 1680x1050, as does the lower US model, the GT725-074US. __________________ Portal: The Flash Version _________________________________ Brain: So, you sacked the cocky khaki Kicky Sack sock plucker? Mr. Sackett: The second cocky khaki Kicky Sack sock plucker I've sacked since the sixth sitting sheet slitter got sick. Last edited by Tipstaff; Mar 3, 2009 at 08:57 AM.

Mar 3, 2009, 01:36 PM	Thread Starter #3
Mac Daddy DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 7,950 Rep Power: 78 System Specs	Re: MSI Launches GT725 -- First gaming notebook to feature ATi Radeon HD4850 Cool Tipstaff I enjoyed Nathan's review and always good to see it from other perspectives as well. I definitely would prefer 64 bit Vista and I mentioned that to my contact when I emailed him back last night. If he has any updates on that will post back. __________________ "My mom said the only reason men are alive is for lawn care and vehicle maintenance." - Tim Allen