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more mainstream components inside. The most attractive extra is the 144Hz
refresh rate on our model (the base version is 60Hz), which will allow for
smoother-looking gameplay in certain titles. In AAA games, you won’t hit frame
rates as high as 144fps, or likely even 100fps, but in competitive multiplayer
games, this feature is a boon.
The screen is bordered by thin side bezels, which helps the laptop look sleeker.
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good, and the screen gets plenty bright at its maximum setting.
Rounding out the physical build is the port selection, which is pretty strong.
This includes one USB 3.0 Type-A port, two USB 2.0 ports, an HDMI
connection, a mini DisplayPort, one USB-C port (with DisplayPort support), an
Ethernet jack, and an SD card slot. With the possible exception of Thunderbolt
3, that’s everything most users will need, and the Ethernet port is a nice bonus
for gamers who want a faster, more reliable connection.