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MSI Modern 15 Series

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The MSI Modern 15 is a thin-and-light 15.6-inch laptop that MSI built for office work, school, and everyday browsing rather than gaming. It ran through several Intel generations between 2021 and 2023, showing up under internal names like A11M, B12M, and B13M depending on the processor inside. It never had a discrete gaming GPU as its main draw — the appeal was a light chassis, a full-size keyboard, and a port selection that a lot of thin ultrabooks skip, like an actual Ethernet jack. That combination still makes it a reasonable secondhand pick for basic productivity, which keeps demand steady even as MSI moves on to newer Modern lineups. Pick your processor and condition in the tool above for a live cash offer, or see how the process works if you want the shipping and payment details first. If you sell laptops for a living or just want this one off a shelf, the quote adjusts instantly once you tell us what's inside.

Confirm you have the Modern 15

The fastest way to check is inside Windows itself. Press Windows key + R, type dxdiag, and hit enter to see the exact processor and system model on the System tab. Typing msinfo32 in the same Run box gives a fuller readout, including the BIOS version, which sometimes lists the model suffix. You can also flip the laptop over and read the model sticker directly, though on some units the sticker only shows the SKU rather than the full chassis code.

Modern 15 A11 (2021)

  • 11th Gen Intel Core i5 or i7
  • Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics
  • First generation of this chassis design

Modern 15 B12 (2022)

  • 12th Gen Intel Core i7
  • Same chassis, refreshed processor
  • Windows 11 shipped as standard

Modern 15 B13 / H B13M (2023)

  • 13th Gen Intel Core i7 or i9
  • An "H" in the name points to a higher-wattage H-series chip rather than the standard U-series unit most Modern 15 configs use
  • Fastest processor options in the series

Prefer a visual check? The Modern 15 has a plain, business-style lid with no gaming lighting or RGB accents. The keyboard deck is a single flat color, and the hinge sits flush with a thin display bezel — if you see a two-tone lid or a numeric backlit keyboard with RGB zones, you likely have a different MSI line. For a broader model lookup across MSI laptops, use the device model finder.

Core hardware configurations

Processor

  • Intel Core i5, 11th Gen
  • Intel Core i7, 11th Gen
  • Intel Core i7, 12th Gen
  • Intel Core i7, 13th Gen
  • Intel Core i9, 13th Gen

Graphics

  • Intel integrated graphics (Iris Xe on most configurations)
  • No discrete GPU on this series
  • Built for office and media tasks, not 3D workloads

Memory

  • DDR4 memory
  • Many units mix a soldered baseline with one accessible SO-DIMM slot
  • A confirmed RAM upgrade path adds noticeably to resale value

Storage

  • M.2 NVMe SSD
  • Single storage slot on most configurations
  • The i9 13th Gen configuration commands the strongest resale interest in this series

Display & audio

Display

A 15.6-inch Full HD (1920x1080) panel across the series, with a standard 60Hz refresh rate suited to office work and video rather than fast-paced gaming.

Audio

Stereo speakers built into the base, adequate for calls and casual video but not a substitute for headphones or an external speaker.

Ports & connectivity

For a thin chassis, the Modern 15 keeps a wired port lineup closer to a business laptop than a typical ultrabook, including a full Ethernet jack most rivals dropped.

Left side
  • USB Type-C
  • HDMI video output
  • Headphone/microphone combo jack
Right side
  • USB Type-A ports (multiple, USB 3.2 Gen1)
  • RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet

Wi-Fi 6 Bluetooth 5.x USB Type-C HDMI output Gigabit Ethernet M.2 NVMe SSD Intel Iris Xe graphics Thin, light chassis

Battery, build & more

Battery

Sized for a light workday rather than sustained heavy load, in line with the low-power processors most configurations use.

Software

Ships with Windows, either Windows 10 or Windows 11 depending on the manufacture year, and it accepts a clean Windows 11 upgrade on supported processors.

Market positioning

An entry-to-mid tier productivity laptop rather than a premium or gaming machine. Condition and processor generation move the offer more than any single spec.

Accessories

The original charging brick is worth keeping with the laptop. MSI uses a barrel-style charger on most Modern 15 units rather than USB-C charging, so a missing charger is worth flagging when you request a quote.

Frequently asked questions

01 How do I find the model number or exact configuration?
Press Windows key + R, type dxdiag, and press enter to see your processor and system model. The System tab lists the exact CPU generation, which tells you whether you have an A11, B12, or B13 chassis. Typing msinfo32 in the same Run dialog gives a more detailed readout, including BIOS version, if the dxdiag screen is ambiguous. The sticker on the base of the laptop also lists the SKU, though it's sometimes worn or partly covered by service labels on older units. If you're unsure which MSI line you're holding at all, the device model finder can help narrow it down.
02 How do I tell it apart from the MSI Modern 15 H B13M?
Check the processor reported in dxdiag or on the base sticker. The standard Modern 15 B13M uses a low-power U-series 13th Gen Intel chip, while the "H" variant pairs the same chassis with a higher-wattage H-series processor, which runs warmer and generally performs faster under sustained load. The outside of the laptop looks identical, so the processor name is the reliable tell, not the chassis or keyboard.
03 Can I sell it with a cracked screen, weak battery, or if it won't turn on?
Yes, damaged and non-working units are accepted, and the condition picker above accounts for that. A cracked screen, a battery that no longer holds a full charge, or a laptop that won't power on all reduce the offer, but they don't rule out a sale. What does matter is the account lock: any Microsoft account tied to the device needs to be removed and BitLocker suspended before shipping, since a locked or encrypted drive we can't access affects what we can offer for it.
04 What raises the trade-in value the most?
Processor generation and overall condition move the offer the most. A 13th Gen i7 or i9 configuration will out-earn an 11th Gen i5 in comparable condition, and a screen or keyboard free of cracks, deep scratches, or sticky keys earns more than a working-but-worn unit. Having the original charger on hand helps too, since the Modern 15 uses a barrel-style charger that isn't as easy to replace as a generic USB-C brick.
05 How do I erase it and get paid?
Back up anything you want to keep, then go to Settings → System → Recovery and choose Reset this PC, selecting the option to remove everything and clean the drive. Before or after resetting, sign in to your Microsoft account online and remove this device from your account list, and if BitLocker is enabled, suspend or decrypt it so the drive isn't locked for the next user. Once you accept the offer, print the free prepaid shipping label, pack the laptop with its charger if you have it, and send it in. Shipping is free and insured, and payment goes out after testing by PayPal, Venmo, Zelle, CashApp, or check. Full steps are on the data erasure protocols page.