Not so long ago, MSI unveiled a fascinating new concept entitled, the Vortex which features an innovative form factor and superb build quality. This particular product was initially showcased during CES 2016 and I instantly became enamoured with its cylindrical shape. Furthermore, the unit contains customizable RGB illumination which adds a vibrant look. Currently, you can choose between two models; the more expensive option we’re looking at today incorporates an Intel Core i7-6700K running at a frequency of 4.0GHz, 16GB DDR4 2133MHz memory, dual Samsung SM951 NVMe drives via an RAID0 configuration and GTX 980 SLI. Please note, the graphics section revolves around dual MXM modules and won’t be able to match the performance of two discrete GTX 980 which you would find on a traditional desktop. Nevertheless, it’s going to offer better performance than the GTX 980M in SLI. Clearly, the naming scheme is confusing because the chip has been classified as a desktop variant but it’s provided in a small module. I have to say it’s still a remarkable achievement given the 450-watt power supply to house two chips with excellent gaming credentials.
