Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) vs. MSI Modern 15 (A10M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) and MSI Modern 15 (A10M). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

high-resolution display

robust aluminum chassis

good thermal management

decent battery life

heavier than competitors

no biometric features

limited port selection

higher price point

MSI Modern 15 (A10M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 (A10M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

solid build quality

decent keyboard comfort

full hd display

average battery life

moderate performance

no thunderbolt support

limited gaming capabilities

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) and MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) vs. MSI Modern 15 (A10M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.6 cm x 25.2 cm x 1.99 cm 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.99 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Aluminum -
Colour Dual tone mineral grey Carbon grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Auto Brightness Control, anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision WideView, MSI Matrix Display, TrueColor 2.0, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
CPU AMD Ryzen 7 5800H / 3.2 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.4 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 4 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 8 GB + 8 GB (soldered)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 24 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - Western Digital 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 / AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 2 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Dynamic Boost 2.0 -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features Harman-branded Nahimic 3 sound technology
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 71 Wh 52 Wh
Battery Life Up to 6.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 230 Watt, 20 V 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4 / SATA) (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Pro - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included - MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkBook 16p G2 ACH (20YM) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor -
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, Rapid Charge Pro Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, FSC, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Eyesafe Display Certification -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 652UK
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