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MSI Modern 15 F13MG Review
A laptop that is specifically designed for students and general business users, the F13MG does a lot of things very well but if you try pushing it even remotely hard, then it’ll fall over and wait for you to nurse it back to health. As a result, it’s never going to make it anywhere near our list of the best AI laptops.
Key Specifications
| CPU: | 13th Gen Intel Core i7 Processor |
| NPU: | Not specified |
| Graphics: | Intel Iris Xe graphics |
| Memory: | 16GB |
| Storage: | 1TB |
| Screen size: | 15.6-inch |
| Screen type: | IPS |
| Resolution: | 1920 x 1080px |
| Refresh rate: | Not specified |
| Ports: | 1x Type-C, 3x Type-A, 1x HDMI, 1x Micro SD, 1x Mic-in/Headphone-out |
| Wireless connectivity: | WiFi, Bluetooth |
| Dimensions: | 358.9 x 235.9 x 19.9 mm |
| Weight: | 1.7 kg |
Design, Build, and Display
• Cheap chassis construction
• 15-inch Full HD IPS display
• Good port selection
The design of the laptop is pretty standard with no standout qualities. The keyboard is pretty comfortable and responsive, although the keys’ size and separation mean your fingers have to travel further than they should need to while typing. The trackpad proves to be a perfect size for efficient cursor movement, neither too small nor too big.
Price
• Incredibly budget friendly
The MSI Modern 15 F13MG costs £669 in the UK and $739 in the US, although at the time of writing you could pick it up for only £449 at Currys. All of this demonstrates how budget-friendly this laptop is. It’s not going to blow anyone’s socks off but is a nice little workhorse for students and office professionals who are not going to demand a lot from their PC. Check out our best value laptops guide to see what other options you have.
Value Score: 4.5/5
Who is it for?
• Students and general business users
When I asked my MSI contact about the audience, he said it was for students and general business users that need light creative functions. That sums it up in a nutshell. This is a general-purpose laptop that provides just enough performance for users who don’t engage in demanding creative workflows. Oh, and definitely stay away from it if you’re a gamer.
MSI Modern 15 F13MG Scorecard
| Attributes | Notes | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Design: | A lightweight chassis with full HD display. | 3.5/5 |
| Features: | Minimal features centre around productivity and AI. | 3.5/5 |
| Performance: | A laptop that can only manage light tasks and productivity. | 3/5 |
| Value: | Incredibly budget-friendly. | 4.5/5 |
Buy it if…
- You’re a student working on essays and light creative tasks
- You’re on a seriously tight budget
- You need a Windows laptop from a respectable brand
Don’t buy it if…
- You’re a professional creator that demands high-performing hardware
- You need a high-performing gaming PC
Also consider…
- Other budget-friendly laptops from MSI or other manufacturers
