MSI Modern AM242 12M-1629XDE
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MSI Modern AM242 12M-1629XDE

All-in-one · Intel i3-1215U · Intel® UHD Graphics · 8 GB

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  • Type All-in-one
  • Processor Intel i3-1215U
  • Graphics Intel® UHD Graphics
  • Memory 8 GB
  • Storage 256 GB
  • os No

MSI Modern AM242 12M-1629XDE is an all-in-one PC with an Intel i3-1215U processor, Intel® UHD Graphics, 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. It came out in 2025.

Released
2025-04-20

Specifications

Key specs

Type
All-in-one
Processor
Intel i3-1215U
Graphics
Intel® UHD Graphics
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB
os
No
Display
24 inch
Released
2025-04-20
Part number
MODERN AM242 12M-1629XDE
EAN / UPC
4711377287593

Display

Display diagonal
60.5 cm (23.8")
Display resolution
1920 x 1080 pixels
HD type
Full HD
Native aspect ratio
16:9
Panel type
IPS
Anti-glare screen
Yes
Tilt adjustment
Yes
Tilt angle range
-5 - 15°

Processor

Processor manufacturer
Intel
Processor family
Intel® Core™ i3
Processor generation
12th gen Intel® Core™ i3
Processor model
i3-1215U
Processor cores
6
Processor threads
8
Processor boost frequency
4.4 GHz
Performance cores
2
Efficient cores
4
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
4.4 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency
3.3 GHz
Processor cache
10 MB
Processor cache type
Smart Cache
Configurable TDP-up frequency
2 GHz
Configurable TDP-up
15 W
Configurable TDP-down
20 W
Processor base power
15 W
Maximum turbo power
55 W
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Memory

Internal memory
8 GB
Internal memory type
DDR4-SDRAM
Memory slots
2
Memory slots type
SO-DIMM
Memory layout (slots x size)
1 x 8 GB
Memory form factor
DIMM/SO-DIMM

Storage

Total storage capacity
256 GB
Storage media
SSD
Total SSDs capacity
256 GB
Number of SSDs installed
1
SSD capacity
256 GB
SSD interface
PCI Express 3.0
NVMe
Yes
SSD form factor
M.2
M.2 SSD size
2280 (22 x 80 mm)

Graphics

Discrete graphics card model
Not available
On-board graphics card
Yes
On-board GPU manufacturer
Intel
On-board graphics card family
Intel® UHD Graphics
On-board graphics card model
Intel® UHD Graphics

Audio

Built-in speaker(s)
Yes

Camera

Built-in camera
Yes
Camera resolution
1920 x 1080 pixels
Camera HD type
Full HD

Network

Wi-Fi
Yes
Top Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
Wi-Fi standards
Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
WLAN controller manufacturer
Realtek
WLAN controller model
Realtek RTL8111H
Ethernet LAN
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Bluetooth version
5.3

Ports & interfaces

Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports
1
USB 2.0 ports quantity
2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity
2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity
2
HDMI ports quantity
1
Microphone in
Yes
Combo headphone/mic port
Yes

Design

Product colour
Black
VESA mounting
Yes
Panel mounting interface
75 x 75 mm

Performance

Product type
All-in-One PC
Market positioning
Business
Motherboard chipset
Intel SoC
Windows Hello
Yes

Processor special features

Intel Flex Memory Access
Yes
Intel Trusted Execution Technology
Yes
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)
Yes
Execute Disable Bit
Yes
Idle States
Yes
CPU configuration (max)
1
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
Yes
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)
Yes

Power

AC adapter power
120 W

Weight & dimensions

Weight (with stand)
4.65 kg

Other features

Warranty period
2 year(s)

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About this product

MSI Cloud Center

FAST, SECURE & WIRELESS BACKUP

Fast, secure, and wireless backup & download between your PC and mobile devices. Transfer files, photos, videos, and more between your PC, Android, and iOS device faster and easier than a cabled connection. You can make these files accessible to your family or team members, or you can also make files as private as you want. The decision is in your hands.

FULL HD WEBCAM

With MSI Full HD webcam, you can also join a clearer online conference call or online course while working from home or learning at home.

WINDOWS HELLO

Windows Hello biometric authentication system provides you a faster and safer way that always make sure it’s you to log in your PC.

WEBCAM COVER

You can cover the webcam anytime to prevent any concern you have and connect to the world safely. Privacy Screen The contents of the screen are blurred when the user looks or steps away, and un-blurred only for the correct user. Auto-Lock Enhance privacy and security by automatically locking the screen shortly after the user leaves. Peeker Detection This feature uses subtle visual clues to let you know when someone behind you is looking at your screen.

Modern AM242 12M-1629XDE vs similar desktop PCs

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TypeAll-in-oneAll-in-oneAll-in-oneAll-in-one
ProcessorIntel i3-1215UIntel N100Intel N4500Intel i5-13420H
GraphicsIntel® UHD GraphicsIntel® UHD GraphicsIntel® UHD GraphicsIntel® UHD Graphics
Memory8 GB8 GB8 GB8 GB
Storage256 GB256 GB256 GB256 GB
osNoNoNoWindows 11 Pro
Display24 inch24 inch16 inch27 inch
Released2025202520262025

Questions about the Modern AM242 12M-1629XDE

What are the main specs of the MSI Modern AM242 12M-1629XDE?

All-in-one, Intel i3-1215U, Intel® UHD Graphics, 8 GB, 256 GB.

What type of desktop PC is the MSI Modern AM242 12M-1629XDE?

All-in-one.

Which processor does the MSI Modern AM242 12M-1629XDE have?

Intel i3-1215U.

Which graphics does the MSI Modern AM242 12M-1629XDE have?

Intel® UHD Graphics.

When did the MSI Modern AM242 12M-1629XDE come out?

It was released in 2025/04 (MSI).

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