Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) vs. MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7)
Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7)

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) and MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

high-resolution touchscreen display

robust build quality

excellent graphics capability

innovative cooling system

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) and MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
95 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) vs. MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.1 cm x 22.68 cm x 1.845 cm 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm
Weight 1.32 kg 2.49 kg
Case Material Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour - Lunar grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution - 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i9 (13th Gen) 13980HX
Max Turbo Speed - 5.6 GHz
Number of Cores - 24-core
Cache - 36 MB
Chipset - Intel HM770
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
RAM 0 GB 64 GB (2 x 32 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) - NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 / Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory - 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Dynamic Boost
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - IR camera
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 Premium -
Audio Features - Output: Audio by DTS, Sound by Dynaudio, Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 15.6 hours Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Per-key RGB, MSI active pen (MPP2.0) support
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI 2.1
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Pro
Software Included - MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480s (20L7) MSI Creator Z17 HX Studio (A13VFT)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested MIL-STD-810G tested, vapor chamber cooling system
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 213UK
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