Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) and MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 31.2 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.65 cm | 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm |
| Weight | 1.4 kg | 2.49 kg |
| Case Material | Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom) | - |
| Colour | Dual tone arctic grey | Lunar grey |
| DISPLAY | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 14" - IPS | 17" |
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| Touchscreen | - | Yes |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 165 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:10 |
| Image Brightness | 300 cd/m² | - |
| Colour Gamut | 45% NTSC | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Features | Anti-glare | MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified |
| PROCESSOR | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 4.4 GHz | 5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 10-core | 14-core |
| Cache | 12 MB | 24 MB |
| Features | Integrated memory controller | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
| MEMORY | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) | 32 GB |
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| RAM Type | LPDDR5 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Form Factor | - | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| STORAGE | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | Intel Iris Xe Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Max Monitors Supported | 3 external monitor(s) | - |
| Video Memory | - | 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 1080p |
| Camera Features | Privacy shutter, fixed focus | - |
| Frame Rate | - | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone | Four speakers, microphone |
| Codec | Realtek ALC3287 | - |
| Compliant Standards | High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio | - |
| Audio Features | - | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | M.2 Card | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
| Features | Dual stream (2x2) | - |
| BATTERY | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Technology | Lithium polymer | 4-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 46.5 Wh | 90 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Input | AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) | - |
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| Output | 100 Watt | - |
| INPUT | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad | Per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Slots | 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free) 1 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (0 free) |
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| Interfaces | USB 2.0 (hidden) USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On) HDMI USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0) LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
2 x Thunderbolt 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
| Memory Card Reader | 3 in 1 (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) | Yes (SD Card) |
| SOFTWARE | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Pro - English | Windows 11 Pro |
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| Software Included | Microsoft Office (Trial) | MSI Center Pro |
| MISCELLANEOUS | Lenovo ThinkBook 14 G4+ IAP (21CX) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Included Accessories | USB-C slim wall mount power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader | - |
| Security Slot Type | Kensington nano security slot | - |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | - |
| Features | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS | MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology |
| Compliant Standards | RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution) | - |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes | - |
| EPEAT Compliant | EPEAT Gold | - |
| 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 | - | 098UK |
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