Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) vs. MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA)
Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA)
MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) and MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK). 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.

MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful workstation performance

vibrant 4k display

lightweight, portable design

robust build quality

efficient cooling system

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) and MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) vs. MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.74 cm x 25.23 cm x 2.94 cm 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.45 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8850H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H
Max Turbo Speed 4.3 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 9 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 128 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 4 2
Empty Slots 3 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Samsung 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm - Seagate -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P1000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000
Video Memory 4 GB 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
Audio Features - ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 82 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 170 Watt, 20 V 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20MA) MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, ThinkVantage Active Protection System, MIL-STD-810G tested Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Compliant Standards RoHS MIL-STD 810G
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years
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