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MSI GE72 2QD(Apache)-I7281SPH vs MSI GT72 2QE(Dominator Pro)-1030AU

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  • 164specifications compared
  • 41differ
  • 123identical
  • 19known for one product only

Key differences

  • Processor model
    • GE72 2QD(Apache)-I7281SPH:i7-4720HQ
    • GT72 2QE(Dominator Pro)-1030AU:i7-4980HQ
  • Processor boost frequency
    • GE72 2QD(Apache)-I7281SPH:3.6 GHz
    • GT72 2QE(Dominator Pro)-1030AU:4 GHz
  • Processor frequency
    • GE72 2QD(Apache)-I7281SPH:2.6 GHz
    • GT72 2QE(Dominator Pro)-1030AU:2.8 GHz
  • Processor codename
    • GE72 2QD(Apache)-I7281SPH:Haswell
    • GT72 2QE(Dominator Pro)-1030AU:Crystal Well
  • Internal memory
    • GE72 2QD(Apache)-I7281SPH:8 GB
    • GT72 2QE(Dominator Pro)-1030AU:16 GB
  • Memory slots
    • GE72 2QD(Apache)-I7281SPH:2x SO-DIMM
    • GT72 2QE(Dominator Pro)-1030AU:4x SO-DIMM
  • Maximum internal memory
    • GE72 2QD(Apache)-I7281SPH:16 GB
    • GT72 2QE(Dominator Pro)-1030AU:32 GB
  • Maximum internal memory (64-bit)
    • GE72 2QD(Apache)-I7281SPH:16 GB
    • GT72 2QE(Dominator Pro)-1030AU:32 GB

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Comparison of GE72 2QD(Apache)-I7281SPH, GT72 2QE(Dominator Pro)-1030AU
183 specifications
Processor5 differ
Processor modelDiffersi7-4720HQi7-4980HQ
Processor boost frequencyDiffers3.6 GHz4 GHz
Processor frequencyDiffers2.6 GHz2.8 GHz
Processor seriesDiffersIntel Core i7-4700 Mobile seriesIntel Core i7-4900 Mobile Series
Processor codenameDiffersHaswellCrystal Well
Memory4 differ
Internal memoryDiffers8 GB16 GB
Memory slotsDiffers2x SO-DIMM4x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memoryDiffers16 GB32 GB
Maximum internal memory (64-bit)Differs16 GB32 GB
Storage4 differ
Total storage capacityDiffers1.12 TB2 TB
HDD speedDiffers5400 RPM7200 RPM
HDD sizeKnown for one2.5"Unknown — not stated by the source
Number of SSDs installedDiffers14
SSD capacityDiffers128 GB256 GB
SSD interfaceKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourcemSATA
Graphics8 differ
Discrete graphics card modelDiffersNVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 960MNVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 980M
Discrete graphics card memoryDiffers2 GB8 GB
On-board graphics card familyDiffersIntel® HD GraphicsIntel® Iris™ Pro Graphics
On-board graphics card modelDiffersIntel® HD Graphics 4600Intel® Iris™ Pro Graphics 5200
Maximum on-board graphics card memoryDiffers1.74 GB2 GB
On-board graphics card base frequencyDiffers400 MHz200 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)Differs1200 MHz1300 MHz
On-board graphics card IDDiffers0x4160xD26
Number of discrete graphics cards installedKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Number of discrete graphics cards supportedKnown for one1Unknown — not stated by the source
Maximum resolutionKnown for one3840 x 2160 pixelsUnknown — not stated by the source
Audioidentical
Speaker powerKnown for one2 WUnknown — not stated by the source
Audio systemKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceSound Blaster Cinema 2
Number of built-in speakersKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the source2
Built-in subwooferKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Camera1 differ
Front camera resolutionDiffers1280 x 720 pixels1920 x 1080 pixels
Networkidentical
Bluetooth versionKnown for one4.0Unknown — not stated by the source
Ports & interfaces4 differ
USB 2.0 ports quantityDiffers10
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantityDiffers36
Mini DisplayPorts quantityDiffers12
S/PDIF out portDiffersNoYes
Line-inKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Processor special features7 differ
Intel TSX-NIKnown for oneNoUnknown — not stated by the source
Intel TSX-NI versionKnown for one0.00Unknown — not stated by the source
Intel Trusted Execution TechnologyDiffersNoYes
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)DiffersYesNo
Intel® Turbo Boost TechnologyDiffersNo2.0
Processor ARK IDDiffers7893483503
Processor codeDiffersSR1Q8SR1ZY
Processor package sizeDiffers37.5 x 32 x 1.6 mm37.5 x 32 x 1.65 mm
Conflict-Free processorDiffersYesNo
Battery2 differ
Number of battery cellsDiffers69
Battery capacityDiffers53 Wh83 Wh
Battery technologyKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceLithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Power1 differ
AC adapter powerDiffers150 W230 W
AC adapter input voltageKnown for one100 - 240 VUnknown — not stated by the source
Security1 differ
Cable lock slotDiffersYesNo
Cable lock slot typeKnown for oneKensingtonUnknown — not stated by the source
Password protectionKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceYes
Weight & dimensions4 differ
WeightDiffers2.7 kg3.78 kg
WidthDiffers419 mm428 mm
DepthDiffers280 mm294 mm
HeightDiffers29 mm48 mm
Optical driveidentical
LightScribeKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo
Other featuresidentical
3DKnown for oneUnknown — not stated by the sourceNo

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