MSI Thin 15

MSI Thin 15 (i5-12450H + RTX 4050 + 16GB RAM + 512GB SSD) The MSI Thin 15 offers a capable entry-level gaming setup: the Intel Core i5-12450H with NVIDIA RTX 4050 6 GB GPU handles modern games at 1080p with moderate-to-high settings and is fine for light editing or rendering. The 512 GB NVMe SSD lends fast boot and load times, though storage could fill up quickly with many games. Its 15.6-inch FHD IPS-level screen supports 144 Hz refresh — good for smoother gameplay — but color coverage and 250–300 nits brightness are modest, making it less ideal for color-sensitive creative work. At 1.86 Kg, the chassis remains fairly portable. Downsides: thermals and fan noise under load can get noticeable, and battery life tends to be weak — so it’s best used plugged in. Overall: a good budget-gaming laptop for casual to mid-range gamers on a budget, but not ideal for heavy creative or long gaming sessions unplugged.