MSI Thin A15 (Ryzen 5 7535HS, 64GB, 1TB)
Workable for game streamers, but not our first pick.
Updated July 2026
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MSI Thin A15 (Ryzen 5 7535HS, 64GB, 1TB)

MSI · Thin A15 (Ryzen 5 7535HS, 64GB, 1TB) · 2023
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54 / 100
#744 of 1739 ranked for this lens
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Weight 1.86 kg
Battery 6.0 hr
Display 15.6" 1920x1080
RAM 64 GB
Storage 1 TB

SelvaScore breakdown for Game Streamers

What Game Streamers need from a laptop, and where this one lands. These SelvaScores change with the use case lens you choose.

  • 45
    Multi-Core Performance Multi-Thread Scalability
    How fast the CPU handles heavy multi-tasking, video exports, and compilation workloads. Sustained multi-threaded CPU performance under thermal limits; measured via Cinebench nT.
  • 61
    Graphics Performance Rasterization Potency
    How well the GPU handles standard gaming and 3D rendering at your target resolution. Rasterization throughput normalized across GPU tier, total graphics power, and thermal envelope.
  • 70
    System Memory RAM Capacity
    How much RAM the laptop has for running apps, browser tabs, and background processes simultaneously. Total installed DRAM capacity in GB; determines multi-application concurrency ceiling.
  • 37
    Hardware Encoding Media Engine Support
    Whether the processor has dedicated hardware for fast video encoding and decoding. Presence and generation of fixed-function media encode/decode blocks in CPU or GPU silicon.
  • 42
    Webcam Quality Visual Capture
    How clear the built-in webcam looks on video calls. Webcam sensor resolution, dynamic range, and image processing quality for video conferencing.
  • 43
    Port Speed Port Bandwidth Ceiling
    How fast data can move through the fastest ports — relevant for external SSDs and docking stations. Maximum port bandwidth available (Thunderbolt 4/USB4 40 Gbps) and count of high-bandwidth ports.

Objective profile of the laptop

How this laptop performs, regardless of the use case lens you choose. The same ten objective ratings for every buyer.

GraphicsGPU 59
How smoothly the game runs while the GPU also encodes the stream in the background.Graphics performance and hardware encoder for concurrent game rendering and stream encoding.
PerformanceCPU 36
How well it runs a game while encoding the stream and juggling chat and other apps at once.CPU performance, especially multi-core, for running a game, video encoding, and background apps without stutter.
ScreenDisplay 52
How smoothly games move on screen and how sharp and responsive the picture stays in fast action.Refresh rate, response time, and motion clarity governing perceived smoothness in fast-paced games.
MemoryRAM 73
Whether you can keep the game, streaming software, chat, and browser open together smoothly.RAM headroom for simultaneous game, streaming software, and background applications.
StorageStorage 56
How smoothly recordings save while streaming, and how much space there is for video files.Storage write speed for dropped-frame-free recording, plus capacity for video footage.
PortsConnectivity 39
How easily you can connect monitors, drives, and accessories, plus the quality of its Wi-Fi.Peripheral, display, and network interfaces including Thunderbolt, HDMI, SD, and Wi-Fi version.
SoundMultimedia 43
How good the speakers, webcam, and microphone are for calls, streaming, and watching video.Speaker output, webcam quality, and microphone capability for conferencing and media playback.
KeyboardInput 42
How nice the keyboard is to type on and how smooth and accurate the trackpad is.Keyboard key travel and feedback, plus trackpad size and tracking accuracy for typing and navigation.
MobilityMobility 46
How light and portable the laptop is, and how long the battery lasts on the go.Weight, thickness, and battery endurance determining portability and untethered runtime.
BuildChassis 24
How sturdy the build is, and how cool and quiet it stays under heavy use.Structural rigidity, thermal management, and acoustic behavior under sustained load.

How it ranks in every lens

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Balanced
61
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Daily Driver
60
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Remote Worker
53
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Digital Nomad
54
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Family Hub
50
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Casual Gamer
59
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Gaming
58
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AAA Gamer
59
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Esports
59
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Streamer
54
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Sleeper
65
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Strategy / Simulation
54
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Student
58
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STEM Student
63
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Campus Commuter
52
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Digital Note Taker
54
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Researcher
61
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Multimedia
61
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Creator
55
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Video Editor
58
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3D Artist
58
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Audio Engineer
47
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Visualist
59
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Social Media Creator
55
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Workstation
56
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CAD / BIM
59
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Full-Stack Dev
58
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Financial Analyst
47
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Field Engineer
58
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AI / ML
58
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Technical profile

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Processor & Graphics
ProcessorRyzen 5 7535HS
GraphicsRTX 4050
Display
Display15.6" 1920x1080
Memory & Storage
Memory64 GB
Storage1 TB
Software & Battery
OSWindows
Battery6.0 hr
Weight1.86 kg
Processor
CPURyzen 5 7535HS · 6c · Class H · Gen 7
Graphics
GPURTX 4050 · 6 GB VRAM
Display
Screen15.6" · 1920x1080 · 144 Hz · IPS
Color gamutunknown
Memory
RAM64 GB DDR5
Storage
Capacity1 TB
TypeNVMe PCIe 4
Connectivity
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6E
HDMIYes
Build & chassis
MaterialUnknown
Form factorClamshell
Weight1.86 kg
Thickness18 mm
Battery & power
Battery6.0 hr
Input
Backlit keyboardYes
Software
OSWindows

Improve on this

Want one thing better? Each row is a different laptop that beats this one on that point and still scores well for game streamers, with the price difference shown.

Better build 24 → 79
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB, 4TB)
Lenovo Legion Pro 7i Gen 10 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB, 4TB) Streamer 99 +45 CPU 36→79camera & audio 43→82ports 39→68RAM 73→51+4 more Better CPU 36 → 80 Ryzen 5 7535HS → Core Ultra 9 275HX
Dell Alienware 18 Area-51 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB, 2TB)
Dell Alienware 18 Area-51 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB, 2TB) Streamer 99 +45 ports 39→79camera & audio 43→83build 24→62battery & weight 46→22+4 more Better ports 39 → 78 + Thunderbolt, USB-C charging
MSI Raider 18 HX (Core Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB, 2TB)
MSI Raider 18 HX (Core Ultra 9 285HX, 32GB, 2TB) Streamer 95 +41 CPU 36→85display 52→96build 24→68battery & weight 46→29+5 more Better camera & audio 43 → 84
Alienware 18 Area-51 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, 32GB, 1TB)
Alienware 18 Area-51 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, 32GB, 1TB) Streamer 92 +38 CPU 36→80keyboard 42→78ports 39→71battery & weight 46→35RAM 73→64+3 more Better GPU 59 → 99 RTX 4050 → RTX 5090
Gigabyte AORUS Master 18 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB, 2TB)
Gigabyte AORUS Master 18 (Core Ultra 9 275HX, 64GB, 2TB) Streamer 94 +40 build 24→78CPU 36→71display 52→80battery & weight 46→27+5 more

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