We even set Windows to Power Saver and enabled the integrated GPU on a cold bootup, but fan noise persists. When set to 'Silent mode' with the pre-installed Dragon Center software, for example, we're still able to record a fan noise of 33 dB(A) against a truly silent background of 28.4 dB(A). The 17.3-inch MSI GF75 has audible fan noise no matter the power setting. Unfortunately, MSI hasn't gotten the memo. When a laptop has a feature called 'Silent mode', you would expect it to be completely silent when running undemanding tasks like word processing or video playback. Merriam-Webster defines 'silent' as 'free from sound or noise'.
