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Background
The MSI MS-16J4 is a mid-2010s gaming laptop chassis used in several MSI models, including the GE62 and GP62 series. MSI, or Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese company known for producing high-performance laptops, computer components, and gaming hardware. The MS-16J4 platform was designed to balance gaming power and portability, featuring discrete NVIDIA graphics, Intel Core i-series processors, and customizable storage and RAM options.
This laptop was popular among gamers and students who wanted a capable system for both entertainment and productivity. Unlike many ultrabooks of the same era, the MS-16J4 was built with accessibility in mind—allowing users to replace or upgrade components such as memory, the hard drive, and the cooling fan. Because of its modular design, it remains a common choice for repairs and hardware upgrades on the used market.
The MS-16J4 and its related models contributed to MSI’s growing reputation as a gaming brand, alongside its higher-end GT and GS series. MSI’s GE62 line, based on this chassis, competed directly with models from ASUS’s ROG and Acer’s Predator lines. Over time, MSI has continued to refine its gaming laptops, introducing thinner bodies and improved thermal systems while maintaining the upgrade-friendly design philosophy seen in devices like the MS-16J4.
Identification
The MSI MS-16J4 can be identified as a 15.6-inch gaming laptop with a sleek black chassis and red accents, characteristic of MSI’s GE62 and GP62 series. It features a full-sized, backlit SteelSeries keyboard with a numeric keypad and the MSI dragon shield logo centered on the back of the display lid. The laptop’s dimensions are approximately 383 mm (15.1 inches) wide, 260 mm (10.2 inches) deep, and 27 mm (1.1 inches) thick. To confirm the exact model, users can flip the laptop over and locate a white sticker or engraved label on the bottom panel; this label lists the model number as “MS-16J4,” often followed by the specific variant (such as GE62 or GP62). The device typically comes in matte black, though some models may feature subtle brushed-metal finishes.
Technical Specification
- Manufacturer: Micro-Star International (MSI)
- Model: MS-16J4 (used in GE62 / GP62 series laptops)
- Release Year: 2015
- Display: 15.6-inch LED-backlit screen, available in Full HD (1920x1080) or 4K (3840x2160) resolutions
- Processor (CPU): Intel Core i5 or i7 (4th–6th Generation, depending on configuration)
- Graphics (GPU): NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950M, 960M, or 970M
- Memory (RAM): Up to 16 GB DDR3L or DDR4 (user-upgradeable)
- Storage: 1x 2.5” SATA hard drive bay and 1x M.2 SSD slot (supports SATA or PCIe, depending on model)
- Optical Drive: Optional DVD Super Multi drive
- Ports: HDMI, Mini DisplayPort, USB 3.0 (x3), USB 2.0, Ethernet (RJ-45), SD card reader, audio in/out jacks
- Wireless: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.0
- Operating System: Windows 8.1 or Windows 10 (originally shipped)
- Battery: 6-cell lithium-ion (approx. 51 Wh)
- Dimensions: 383 x 260 x 27 mm (15.08 x 10.24 x 1.06 in)
- Weight: Approximately 2.4 kg (5.3 lb)
- Color Options: Primarily black with red accents
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Additional Information
* Official product/specification and support page for the GE62 (chassis MS-16J4). Useful for exact factory specs, driver/BIOS downloads, and official service notices.
*iFixit’s device hub with community repair guides, parts links, and contributor notes specific to the MS-16J4/GE62. Ideal for step-by-step replacement guides (battery, bottom case, drives, etc.) and spare-parts compatibility.
*The official MSI product page provides full hardware specifications, configuration details, and support information for the GE62 series, which shares the same MS-16J4 chassis.
