Currently, there are increasingly more laptop options with Nvidia GeForce RTX 40 Series graphics cards. One of them is the MSI Bravo 15 C7VF. Arriving with competent hardware composition, this laptop is one of the most competitively priced laptops with RTX 4060.
Curious about its capabilities? Well, let’s dive into our review right away!
Advantages of MSI Bravo 15 C7VF:
• Design is more understated, not overly futuristic
• Powerful processor
• Steady GPU for AAA gaming
• Temperature is sufficiently safe, performance is stable
• Comfortable keyboard
• Attractive price for a laptop with RTX 4060
Shortcomings:
• Fans are loud during heavy workloads
• Color accuracy of the screen is somewhat lacking for professional needs
Simpler Design,In terms of design, the Bravo 15 C7VF appears more understated compared to its previous generation. While it hasn’t completely abandoned its gaming nuances, it has been simplified, making it suitable for those who prefer a laptop with a less futuristic design.
Dimensions and weight are characteristic of gaming laptops, with a thickness of 24.9mm and weighing 2.25 kilograms. It may not yet be called a slim and lightweight gaming laptop, but in our opinion, it is still sufficiently ideal for travel.
Regarding port and slot availability, the Bravo 15 C7VF features USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C (DP), 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A, 1x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1x HDMI 2.1 (8K @60Hz / 4K @120Hz), 1x audio combo jack, and Gigabit Ethernet.
Briefly discussing wireless connectivity, MSI provides AMD RZ608 WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.
144Hz Screen
Shifting to the screen, this laptop offers a 15.6-inch IPS-Level display with a Full HD resolution (1920 x 1080) and a refresh rate of 144Hz. These specifications are already sufficient for gaming and other entertainment needs.
However, when it comes to more professional tasks like photo or video editing, MSI hasn’t provided official information regarding colour accuracy.
At the top of the screen, there is a 720p 30fps webcam. The quality is standard; there’s nothing extraordinary, but it suffices for video conferencing.
For audio, there are two 2W speakers equipped with Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer. This laptop is also ready for Hi-Res Audio.
Solid Gaming Performance
The MSI Bravo 15 C7VF on our testing table is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS 8-core processor with a max boost clock of 4.75GHz. As for the GPU, it utilizes the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 8GB GDDR6 with a maximum graphics power of 105W. Additionally, there is also an integrated GPU in the form of the AMD Radeon 680M.
You’re also provided with 16GB DDR5-4800 RAM. There are two slots that can accommodate up to a maximum of 64GB. As for the default storage, it includes a 512GB NVMe SSD PCIe Gen4. An extra M.2 slot is available if you wish to expand the storage.
What about its performance? Here are the benchmark results using several benchmarking applications:
For SSD speed, here are the benchmark results using CrystalDiskBenchmark:
Next is the topic of gaming performance. Here are some games that we tried playing on the MSI Bravo 15 C7VF:
1. Far Cry 6 We tested Far Cry 6 using the benchmark tool within the game. With a resolution of 1080p and Ultra graphics quality, the average frame rate obtained was 92 FPS. When played, the game runs very smoothly without any issues.
2. Red Dead Redemption 2 We also tested RDR 2 using the benchmark tool within the game. With an average Ultra graphics preset, the average frame rate obtained was 77 FPS. It remains highly playable and comfortable to use.
3. Shadow of the Tomb Raider Moving on to SOTR. Using the benchmark tool within the game and with graphics settings mostly set to high, the Bravo 15 C7VF delivered an average frame rate of 114 FPS. When Ray Tracing was set to Ultra and DLSS was set to Quality, the frame rate obtained remained around 90 FPS.
Conclusion
If you’re currently searching for a gaming laptop with RTX 4060, the MSI Bravo 15 C7VF is one of the most affordable options you can purchase in the United States. Its performance is quite satisfactory. Various AAA game titles can be played seamlessly.
For those interested, the MSI Bravo 15 C7VF with the Ryzen 7 7735HS and RTX 4060 with 16GB DDR5 RAM is sold at a price of around $774 USD at Amazon. The operating system is already Windows 11.
In the keyboard section, there is a slight difference regarding the backlit feature. The LED colour is blue, not red like in the previous laptop. It’s important to note that this is a single backlit, not RGB. In terms of comfort, it’s still suitable for gaming or fast typing.
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