•  Date Published: 24 Nov 2023
    • Intel Core i7-13700H
    • Intel Iris Xe Graphics G7 (96EU)
    • 15.6”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS
    • 512GB SSD
    • 16GB DDR4
    • 1.80 kg (4 lbs)
    6.2
    TOTAL SCORE
    7.1 Portability Very Good
    7.0 Display Very Good
    7.1 For Work Very Good
    4.0 For Gaming Average

    Specs

    • HDD/SSD
    • 512GB SSD
    • M.2 Slot
    • 1x 2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4  See photo
    • RAM
    • 16GB DDR4
    • OS
    • Windows 11 Home
    • Body Material
    • Plastic / Polycarbonate, Aluminum
    • Dimensions
    • 359 x 241 x 19.9 mm (14.13" x 9.49" x 0.78")
    • Weight
    • 1.80 kg (4 lbs)
    • Ports and connectivity
    • 3x USB Type-A
    • 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
    • 1x USB Type-C
    • 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), Power Delivery (PD), DisplayPort
    • HDMI
    • 2.1 (4K@60Hz)
    • Card Reader
    • microSD
    • Ethernet LAN
    • Wi-Fi
    • 802.11ax
    • Bluetooth
    • 5.3
    • Audio jack
    • 3.5mm Combo Jack
    • Features
    • Fingerprint reader
    • Web camera
    • HD
    • Backlit keyboard
    • Microphone
    • Speakers
    • 2x 2W Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio
    • Optical drive
    • Security Lock slot

    Portability

    MSI Modern 15 H (B13Mx / C13Mx)
    14.13" x 9.49" x 0.78" Dimensions
    1.80 kg (4 lbs) Weight
    Average 15.6-inch laptop
    2.03 kg (4.5 lbs) +13% Weight

    Review

    MSI Modern 15 H in-depth review

    It's clear that you don't need tons of power for everyday tasks but if you want something more powerful without a thirsty dGPU, the MSI Modern 15 H C13M could be on your shortlist. This not-so-expensive machine features a punchy Intel Lake-H CPU with a 45W base power limit which is definitely a rare find in such kind of a machine. This means you can use this laptop for things like photo editing or video converting since you get a sizable cooling system under the bonnet.We are happy to see a modern port selection and connectivity (Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.3).  The full-sized keyboard is complemented by a backlight that is a default feature for all machines of the series. This notebook isn't pricey but the upgradability is adequate and you can expand the memory via the two SODIMM slots tha[...]

    Read the full review

    Pros

    • Good performance for its class and price
    • 2x SODIMMs
    • Wide viewing angles (AUO2E8D)
    • PWM-free (AUO2E8D)
    • Comfortable backlit keyboard
    • Good build quality
    • Decent CPU clocks (3.0 GHz for the P cores) especially in short and medium loads
    • The MSI Center offers plenty of customizations
    • Modern port selection + MicroSD card reader
    • Decent battery life
    • Quality audio
    • Near quiet fans during full CPU stress
    • The fans don't spin if the CPU temperature is below 49°C
    • Sizable cooling solution with three heat pipes
    • Web camera with a privacy shutter (for the C13M laptop)

    Cons

    • Low sRGB coverage and max brightness (AUO2E8D)
    • Just one M.2 slot
    • Weird '"Balanced" mode with high fan RPM and low CPU clocks

    Disassembly, maintenance and upgrade options

    Opening the DeviceUndo the 11 Phillips-head screws securing the bottom panel. Insert a thin plastic tool at around a 45-degree angle between the plate and the base, and pry the sides. Push harder than usual while sliding the tool. Pry the front and the back normally to remove the bottom panel.More info: Here's how the bottom panel looks on the inside.Battery RemovalDisconnect the battery connector from the mainboard. Undo the 4 Phillips-head screws securing the battery. Lift the battery to remove it from the device.Note: The base battery is a 39.[...]

    Read more