MSI Megabook CX640-021FR laptop Intel® Core™ i5 i5-2410M 39.6 cm (15.6") 4 GB DDR3-SDRAM 500 GB NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 520M Windows 7 Home Premium Black

  • Brand : MSI
  • Product family : Megabook
  • Product name : CX640-021FR
  • Product code : CX640-021FR
  • Category : Laptops
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  • Short summary description MSI Megabook CX640-021FR laptop Intel® Core™ i5 i5-2410M 39.6 cm (15.6") 4 GB DDR3-SDRAM 500 GB NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 520M Windows 7 Home Premium Black :

    MSI Megabook CX640-021FR, Intel® Core™ i5, 2.3 GHz, 39.6 cm (15.6"), 1366 x 768 pixels, 4 GB, 500 GB

  • Long summary description MSI Megabook CX640-021FR laptop Intel® Core™ i5 i5-2410M 39.6 cm (15.6") 4 GB DDR3-SDRAM 500 GB NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 520M Windows 7 Home Premium Black :

    MSI Megabook CX640-021FR. Processor family: Intel® Core™ i5, Processor model: i5-2410M, Processor frequency: 2.3 GHz. Display diagonal: 39.6 cm (15.6"), Display resolution: 1366 x 768 pixels. Internal memory: 4 GB, Internal memory type: DDR3-SDRAM. Total storage capacity: 500 GB, Optical drive type: DVD Super Multi. On-board graphics card model: Intel® HD Graphics 3000, Discrete graphics card model: NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 520M. Operating system installed: Windows 7 Home Premium. Product colour: Black. Weight: 2.6 kg

Specs
Design
Product colour Black
Display
Display diagonal 39.6 cm (15.6")
Display resolution 1366 x 768 pixels
LED backlight
Native aspect ratio 16:9
Display surface Gloss
Processor
Processor manufacturer Intel
Processor family Intel® Core™ i5
Processor generation 2nd gen Intel® Core™ i5
Processor model i5-2410M
Processor cores 2
Processor threads 4
Processor boost frequency 2.9 GHz
Processor frequency 2.3 GHz
System bus rate 5 GT/s
Processor cache 3 MB
Processor cache type Smart Cache
Processor socket BGA 1023
Processor lithography 32 nm
Processor operating modes 64-bit
Processor series Intel Core i5-2400 Mobile Series
Processor codename Sandy Bridge
Bus type DMI
FSB Parity
Stepping J1
Thermal Design Power (TDP) 35 W
Tjunction 100 °C
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes 16
PCI Express slots version 2.0
PCI Express configurations 1x8, 1x16, 2x4, 2x8
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio) 23
ECC supported by processor
Memory
Internal memory 4 GB
Internal memory type DDR3-SDRAM
Memory clock speed 1333 MHz
Memory layout (slots x size) 2 x 2 GB
Memory slots 2x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memory 8 GB
Storage
Total storage capacity 500 GB
HDD interface SATA
HDD speed 5400 RPM
Optical drive type DVD Super Multi
Card reader integrated
Compatible memory cards Memory Stick (MS), MMC, MS PRO, MS Pro-HG, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Graphics
Discrete graphics card model NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 520M
On-board graphics card
Discrete graphics card
On-board graphics card family Intel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card model Intel® HD Graphics 3000
On-board graphics card base frequency 650 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) 1200 MHz
On-board graphics card ID 0x116
Audio
Audio system SRS
Number of built-in speakers 2
Camera
Front camera resolution (numeric) 1.3 MP
Network
Wi-Fi
Networking features Gigabit Ethernet, WLAN
Ethernet LAN
Bluetooth
Cabling technology 10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Ports & interfaces
USB 2.0 ports quantity 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity 2
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1
HDMI ports quantity 1
DVI port
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity 1
Headphone outputs 1
S/PDIF out port
Microphone in
Docking connector
Charging port type DC-in jack

Ports & interfaces
ExpressCard slot
CardBus PCMCIA slot type
SmartCard slot
TV-out
Keyboard
Pointing device Touchpad
Full-size keyboard
Software
Operating system architecture 64-bit
Operating system installed Windows 7 Home Premium
Processor special features
Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT)
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)
Intel Clear Video Technology
Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology
Intel® Insider™
Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology
Intel Flex Memory Access
Intel® Smart Cache
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)
Intel Trusted Execution Technology
Intel Enhanced Halt State
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)
Intel Demand Based Switching
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID)
Intel 64
Execute Disable Bit
Idle States
Thermal Monitoring Technologies
Processor package size 37.5x37.5 (rPGA988B); 31 x 24 (BGA1023)
Supported instruction sets AVX
Embedded options available
Graphics & IMC lithography 32 nm
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
Intel Identity Protection Technology version 1.00
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)
Intel Dual Display Capable Technology
Intel FDI Technology
Intel Rapid Storage Technology
Intel Fast Memory Access
Processor ARK ID 52224
Conflict-Free processor
Integrated 4G WiMAX
Battery
Number of battery cells 6
Power
AC adapter power 90 W
Security
Cable lock slot
Weight & dimensions
Width 380 mm
Depth 260 mm
Height (front) 2.7 cm
Height (rear) 3.4 cm
Weight 2.6 kg
Features
Images Type Map
Other features
AC adapter included
Infrared data port
Graphics card family NVIDIA
Type PC
Reviews
Updated:
2011-08-14 21:28:25
Average rating:75
Uk has collected 35 expert reviews for MSI Megabook CX640-021FR laptop 39.6 cm (15.6") Intel® Core™ i5 i5-2410M 4 GB DDR3-SDRAM 500 GB NVIDIA® GeForce® GT 520M Windows 7 Home Premium Black and the average expert rating is 75 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
kitguru.net
Updated:
2011-08-14 21:28:25
Average rating:70
MSI have been consistently releasing some of the finest enthusiast grade hardware in the last year and today we are looking at their competitively priced CX640 15.6 laptop which features a capable Core i5 processor, Nvidia discrete graphics, 500GB h...
  • good speaker system, competitive pricing, good processor, decent battery life...
  • weak Nvidia GPU, hard drive is very slow, dragging overall performance down significantly, build quality is average at best, keyboard is not great, trackpad is uncomfortable to use, Kitguru says: Not one of MSI's finer moments, but for the price it is wor...
  • We do admire MSI products, and consistently over the last year they have been producing quality graphics cards, motherboards and computer systems. We have to honest and say that the CX640 isn't one of the most memorable laptops we have tested in the last...
expertreviews.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-14 21:28:25
Average rating:40
The new MSI CX640 is a 15.6in laptop with a new Intel Core i5-2410M processor running at 2.3GHz. It also has a dedicated Nvidia GeForce GT 520M graphics card and uses Nvidia's Optimus technology, which can switch between the Nvidia card and the Core i5...
  • A fast processor can't make up for the CX640's poor keyboard and terrible touchpad, and build quality isn't the best either...
vortez.net
Updated:
2012-02-02 01:24:14
Average rating:0
£550 inc. VATWe know MSI well for their excellence in the motherboard and graphics card sector but that isn’t their only focus. MSI provide products found in many other different departments – one such department is Notebooks. Behind this product-rang...
  • Great entertainment mobile system, Good battery life – up to 5 hours, USB 3.0, Layout accommodates workspace, Backup features, Good colour representation...
  • Touchpad buttons are stiffer than normal...
  • For under £600 does the CX640 deliver for a mid-range Notebook? We think it does. Taking into consideration all of the performance benchmarks we can clearly see that the CX640 gives good results for a Notebook. Our comparison may have revealed some bi...
kitguru.net
Updated:
2013-06-14 20:12:35
Average rating:80
MSI have been releasing some very capable gaming and business systems in the last year. Today we are looking at their latest X460 machine, which is aimed at a user who demands maximum processing power. Our review machine is based around a powerful s...
  • great price point, Core i7 processor is ideal for really demanding duties, stunning battery life, good keyboard...
  • not ideal for gamers, screen isn't wonderful, gets warm and rather noisy under extended load, fingerprint magnet, Kitguru says: For the modest asking price, this is another fine machine from MSI, MSI X460-004US @ testfreaks.co.uk, Rating: 8.0, Pages: 1 2...
  • The X460 laptop is another powerhouse mid price machine from MSI. It is a small, perfectly portable chassis with a class leading Core i7 2630QM processor delivering plenty of power for heavy duty tasks such as 3D rendering and video encoding on the move...
techradar.com
Updated:
2013-06-14 20:12:35
Average rating:80
MSI manufactures everything from individual computer chips to full laptops and the CX640-018UK is a prime example of excellent components combining to form a great all round machine. Only a slight usability issue detracts from an excellent experience...
  • Good office performance, Good graphics performance, Decent features, Battery life...
  • Keyboard lacks quality, Build quality...
tbreak.ae
Updated:
2016-12-15 21:17:15
Average rating:60
The MSI Classic series of laptop is their most basic laptop chassis, designed for general usage, but taking in the design aesthetics from some of their specialty series laptops. With that in mind, I’ll be reviewing the MSI CX640 can be considered to be...
  • Decent CPU performance; Looks elegant; Low fan noise...
  • Slow gaming performance; Slow HDD makes everything feel sluggish; Too much bloatware preloaded...
HEXUS.net
Updated:
2016-12-15 21:17:15
Average rating:60
Component manufacturer MSI has been making overtures in the laptop market for a couple of years now. Perhaps best known for its Apple-like X-series and netbook Wind lines, the Taiwan outfit's laptop ensemble stretches from the cheap and cheerful to mob...
notebookcheck.net
Updated:
2011-08-14 21:28:25
Average rating:78
The CX640 notebook reviewed here is offered in three different versions, which are fitted with the new Nvidia GeForce GT 520M mid-range graphics card as well as Nvidia Optimus, the automatic graphics switching system. The entry level CPU, as with the chea...
  • Attractive design, Large range of ports, Integrated brightness sensor, Nvidia Optimus graphics switching, Acceptable multimedia performance, Good battery life with CPU graphics...
  • Case is not fully robust, Sensitive glossy finish (near ports), Spongy input devices, High black value and low contrast...
  • Our final summary of the MSI CX640-i547W7P contains some good and some not so good points. We like the new design of the series, and the updated specs and range of ports are also moderately impressive. Demanding users will be less impressed by the not who...
madshrimps.be
Updated:
2011-10-27 03:37:47
Average rating:0
The laptop itself The laptop itself is a stylish looking silver brushed version . MSI also has a black version available to suit ya colour needs. No funky colours though, just classic stuff that suits most demands. The specifications on this Intel bas...
  • Decent overal performance, Long battery endurance, Fast Hard drive, Great street price...
  • zero overclockability :p, I had to give it back :p...
  • I'm fairly new to laptops, I bought my first one this year (the Acer 5750). And was already kindly surprised by the low street price ( 590 euros ) and good performance of it. The MSI CX640 is targeted at those that don't want a lot of bells and whistl...
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