Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high-resolution mini-led display

premium aluminum build

excellent thermal management

rgb keyboard lighting

quite expensive

heavy and bulky

average battery life

limited port selection

MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution touchscreen display

robust build quality

efficient thermal management

versatile connectivity options

heavier than competitors

premium price point

average battery life

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) and MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
92 % - Performance
87 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) vs. MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.81 cm x 26.35 cm x 1.94 cm 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight 2.53 kg 2.49 kg
Case Material Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) -
Colour Black (bottom), storm grey (top) Lunar grey
DISPLAY Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 17"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 165 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, NVIDIA G-SYNC compatible, 178° viewing angle, HDR 400 compatible, Low Blue Light technology, DC dimmer, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision Ultra Slim Design, Factory Calibration, MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800HX / 2 GHz Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 16-core 14-core
Cache 25 MB L3 - 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM670 -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0 -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Fixed focus, e-camera shutter -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio DTS Sound
Audio Features Harman audio technology, Smart Amp, Nahimic audio, super linear speaker Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i - M.2 Card Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i
Network Interface 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8125BG -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 99.99 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.8 hours -
Battery Run Time Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 9.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 300 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision glass touchpad, switchable keycaps, easy tool inbox Per-key RGB, MSI active pen (MPP2.0) support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (135W Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Thunderbolt 4
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery)
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home - English Windows 11 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (Trial) -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo Legion 7 16IAX7 (82TD) MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options RGB lighting, force sensor -
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV High Gaming Performance Certification, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution) -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 099UK
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