Latest 6th Generation Intel ® Core™ i7 Processors
The new 6th generation Intel processors require lower power consumption but deliver better performance than before. MSI Vortex offers desktop CPU specification and performance all in a compact 6.5-liter chassis.
The Cinebench performance of Intel Core i7-6700K is almost 22% higher and i7-6700 is around 12% better than that of i7-4820K. Power and size of a personal computer are no longer two conflict characteristics. MSI redefines desktop gaming with this impossibly compact and incredibly powerful brand new product, the MSI Vortex.
EASY OVERCLOCKING WITH MSI SHIFT Technology
Overclocks CPU core clock from 4.0GHz over 4.6GHz to push the system to extreme.
*This function can only be activated by models with Intel Core i7 K processors.
Maximizes power consumption of both CPU and GPU to leverage full performance of both while maintaining system temperature.
Modifies power consumption of both CPU and GPU to the lowest while maintaining coolest constant system temperature for both.
Super RAID 4 Storage – Load Games in Seconds
Get in the game before everyone else with Super RAID 4, MSI’s fastest RAID 0 storage configuration. Combining dual PCI-E Gen 3.0 x4 SSD’s utilizing NVMe technology, harness the full performance potential of the Gen 3.0 SSD through the optimization of the hardware and software outputting extreme read speeds over 3300MB/s. Load games works in seconds!
*This feature is only available on Vortex series, S versions of the GT Series using 6th Generation Intel™ Core® processors
Thunderbolt™ 3
The latest and fastest interface Thunderbolt™ 3, supports up to 40Gbps data rate, supporting dual 4K displays with daisy chain capabilities. Support USB3.1 ultra speed devices, and up to 5V and 3A current output for charging.
Latest architecture DDR4-2133 Memory Support
Get the best possible performance out of your notebook with support of the advanced DDR4-2133 memory, achieving over 29GB/s in reading speed and 32GB/s in writing. With over 30% faster performance than previous generations DDR3-1600, DDR4-2133 is the new laptop standard to take your extreme gaming experience to the next level.
Storm Cooling
Revolutionary Cooling for Extreme Gaming
A revolutionary concept needs a radical design. With the Vortex we pushed the limits of power in a system with minimal footprint, leading to an unique approach to the cooling design. A single large fan draws in cool air from the bottom and dissipates heat through the vents at the top, creating a cyclone of airflow throughout the Vortex for a super efficient and whisper quiet cooling design that’ll keep your game going for hours without a hiccup to stability.
450W Gold CerTIfied PSU Embedded
MSI Vortex is embedded with a 450W 80 Plus Gold PSU. The power supply unit provides safer and more stable current and consumes less energy and generates lower noise even when stretching the machine to its limits.
NVIDIA GeForce GTX980 / GTX960 Graphics SLI : Unleash the Unstoppable Power
MSI Vortex applies Nvidia SLI technology and harnesses the gaming power from double Nvidia GeForce GTX980/GTX960 graphics cards. The powerful yet compact MSI Vortex grants gamers with unstoppable force to dominate the gaming world. 3DMark 11 performance of Nvidia GTX980 SLI on MSI Vortex scores up to P21,000 and performance of Nvidia GTX960 SLI scores up to P16,068. All your gaming moves shall be smooth and professional even under extreme settings.
Transform the Way You Like
(3-Monitor Surround Mode or 6-Monitor Matrix Display)
Expand the vision for extreme gaming experience. Embrace immersive gaming experience by expanding your gaming real estate across 3 external displays in full HD with the Surround View Mode on MSI Vortex. When playing games under surround mode with MSI Vortex, users may connect one extra monitor on which different task can be performed. MSI Vortex's matrix display technology supports up to 6 external display output which allows users to perform and monitor different tasks on different screens. Moreover, connect MSI Vortex to HDTV display, Matrix Display supports 4K output with a resolution up to 3840 x 2160. MSI Matrix Display technology creates an ideal environment for extreme gaming experience and pleasant multimedia entertainment.
Revolutionary Design : Desktop Gaming Redefined
Unlike all other desktop computers with a monster size dimension, MSI manages to put all extreme gaming specifications into a compact 6.5-liter and 27.8cm high chassis. Power and size of a personal computer are no longer two conflict characteristics. Moreover, the metallic silvery grey finish demonstrates high quality and esthetic ID design of this revolutionary product. MSI redefines desktop gaming with this impossibly compact and incredibly powerful brand new product, the MSI Vortex.
EPIC ENTERTAINMENT CENTER
Enjoy a complete living room experience with the Vortex. Unlike consoles, the Vortex can take full advantage of the big screen like stream HD videos, watch your favorite Twitch streams, or tac on your peripherals and enable Steam’s Big Picture mode to play your favorite PC games in 4K.
