Description

MSI STEALTH 16 STUDIO GAMING A13VG (9S7-15F212-056): Sleek Powerhouse for Gaming and Creation

The MSI STEALTH 16 STUDIO GAMING A13VG (9S7-15F212-056) is a sophisticated gaming and content creation laptop that merges powerful hardware with a sleek, portable chassis. Designed for users who demand top-tier performance for the latest games and demanding creative applications, while appreciating a refined aesthetic, this model is a standout in the premium laptop segment. Its Star Blue color adds a touch of unique style to its magnesium-aluminum alloy build.

Processor and Graphics Core:

At its core, the laptop is powered by the 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-13620H processor. This high-performance CPU features 10 Cores (6 Performance-cores and 4 Efficient-cores) and 16 Threads, with a Max Turbo Frequency of up to 4.90 GHz and a 24 MB Intel® Smart Cache. This processor is engineered to handle intensive gaming, complex rendering, video editing, and heavy multitasking with exceptional efficiency and speed.

For graphics, the MSI Stealth 16 Studio A13VG is equipped with the advanced NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4070 Laptop GPU with 8GB GDDR6 VRAM. Built on NVIDIA’s efficient Ada Lovelace architecture, the RTX 4070 delivers outstanding performance in modern games at high settings, including support for DLSS 3 (Deep Learning Super Sampling with Frame Generation) for AI-accelerated frame rates and cutting-edge real-time Ray Tracing for incredibly realistic lighting and shadows. The RTX 4070 in this laptop typically operates with a Total Graphics Power (TGP) of up to 105W (including Dynamic Boost), which is optimized for the Stealth’s thin and light design, providing a balance of performance and thermal efficiency.

Immersive Display and Visuals:

The laptop features a beautiful 16-inch IPS-level display with a FHD+ (1920×1200) resolution and a 16:10 aspect ratio. This resolution provides more vertical screen real estate, which is beneficial for productivity, web Browse, and content creation. The display boasts a rapid 144Hz refresh rate, ensuring incredibly smooth and fluid visuals, crucial for fast-paced gaming where every frame counts. The “IPS-level” panel offers wide viewing angles and good color reproduction (often around 45% NTSC, though some variants might offer higher sRGB/DCI-P3). The anti-glare finish further enhances viewing comfort.

Memory and Storage:

This specific configuration comes with a generous 32GB of DDR5-5200MHz RAM, split into 2x16GB modules, running in a dual-channel configuration. This ample and high-speed memory ensures excellent multitasking capabilities and responsive performance for demanding applications. For storage, it includes a fast 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD, providing substantial space for your operating system, games, and large files, with incredibly quick boot times and application loading. The laptop typically supports an additional M.2 PCIe Gen 4 SSD slot for storage expansion

Advanced Cooling and Design:

The Stealth 16 Studio incorporates MSI’s Cooler Boost 5 technology, featuring a sophisticated thermal design with two fans and five heat pipes (including shared pipes for CPU and GPU, and dedicated pipes for VRMs and VRAM) to efficiently dissipate heat. This advanced cooling solution is vital for maintaining sustained performance during intense gaming and heavy workloads, despite the laptop’s slim profile.

The laptop’s design emphasizes portability and premium feel, with a magnesium-aluminum alloy chassis that is both lightweight (approximately 1.99 kg / 4.39 lbs) and durable. It boasts an ultra-slim profile (around 19.95mm / 0.79 inches).

User Experience and Connectivity:

The Per-Key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries offers customizable backlighting for each key, enhanced anti-ghosting capabilities, and a comfortable typing experience. The large, responsive touchpad provides precise control.

For connectivity, the MSI Stealth 16 Studio is well-equipped:

  • 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 port (with DisplayPort Alt Mode & Power Delivery) for ultra-fast data transfer, display output, and charging compatible devices.
  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port (with DisplayPort Alt Mode)
  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port
  • 1x HDMI 2.1 port (supports 8K @ 60Hz / 4K @ 120Hz external display output)
  • 1x RJ45 Ethernet port (2.5 Gigabit Killer E3100G LAN) for high-speed wired internet.
  • 1x MicroSD Card Reader (v4.0)
  • 1x Audio combo jack (3.5mm) Wireless connectivity is handled by Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 for incredibly fast and stable wireless internet on congested networks, along with Bluetooth 5.3 for peripherals.

Audio is a strong point, with a 6-speaker sound system by Dynaudio (typically consisting of 2x 2W speakers and 4x 2W Duo Wave Woofers) delivering rich and immersive sound, complemented by Nahimic 3 sound technology and Hi-Res Audio support. An FHD (1080p) IR webcam with a privacy shutter and Windows Hello facial recognition ensures secure and convenient logins and clear video calls.

The laptop is powered by a large 4-cell, 99.9Whr Li-Polymer battery, designed to provide decent battery life for a high-performance machine, with some reviews indicating up to 6-7 hours for light productivity. It comes with a 240W AC adapter.

The MSI STEALTH 16 STUDIO GAMING A13VG (9S7-15F212-056) is an ideal choice for professionals who game, or gamers who also create content, offering a powerful and portable solution with a premium feel and an excellent display.


Key Specifications:

  • Model Number: A13VG (Specific SKU: 9S7-15F212-056)
  • Series: MSI Stealth 16 Studio Gaming
  • Processor: 13th Gen Intel® Core™ i7-13620H (10 Cores / 16 Threads, up to 4.90 GHz Max Turbo, 24 MB Intel Smart Cache)
  • Graphics: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4070 Laptop GPU with 8GB GDDR6 VRAM (up to 105W TGP with Dynamic Boost)
  • Display: 16-inch FHD+ (1920×1200) IPS-Level Anti-Glare Display, 16:10 Aspect Ratio, 144Hz Refresh Rate (some regions might have QHD+ 240Hz, but this SKU indicates FHD+ 144Hz)
  • Memory (RAM): 32GB DDR5-5200MHz (2x16GB, dual-channel, 2 SO-DIMM slots, Max 64GB supported)
  • Storage: 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD (2x M.2 SSD slots – NVMe PCIe Gen 4, 1 often free)
  • Operating System: Windows 11 Home
  • Keyboard: SteelSeries Per-Key RGB Backlit Keyboard with Numeric Keypad and Anti-Ghosting
  • Webcam: FHD (1080p) IR Webcam with privacy shutter (supports Windows Hello)
  • Audio: 6-Speaker Sound System by Dynaudio (2x 2W speakers + 4x 2W Duo Wave Woofers), Nahimic 3 Audio Enhancer, Hi-Res Audio certification
  • Ports:
    • 1x Thunderbolt™ 4 (USB Type-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode & Power Delivery)
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (with DisplayPort Alt Mode)
    • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
    • 1x HDMI 2.1 (supports 8K @ 60Hz / 4K @ 120Hz)
    • 1x RJ45 Ethernet (Killer E3100G 2.5 Gigabit LAN)
    • 1x MicroSD Card Reader (v4.0)
    • 1x 3.5mm Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
  • Wireless: Intel® Wi-Fi 6E AX211, Bluetooth® 5.3
  • Battery: 4-Cell, 99.9 Whr Li-Polymer Integrated Battery
  • Power Adapter: 240W AC Adapter
  • Chassis Material: Magnesium-Aluminum Alloy
  • Color: Star Blue
  • Dimensions (WxDxH): Approx. 355.8 x 259.7 x 19.95 mm (14″ x 10.22″ x 0.79″)
  • Weight: Approx. 1.99 kg (4.39 lbs)
  • Security: Fingerprint Reader, IR Webcam for Windows Hello
Additional Information
Brand

Processor

RAM

32GB RAM

SSD

1TB SSD NVMe

Display Size

16"

Display resolution

FHD+ (1920×1200)

Graphics Card Type

NVIDIA® RTX 4070 8GB

Color

Star Blue

Operating System

WIN11

Feature

IR Webcam, RGB Backlit Keyboard, BT/Bluetooth, FP Reader

Condition

Warranty