Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) vs. MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) and MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET). 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.

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful processor performance

robust build quality

excellent 4k display

ample connectivity options

advanced security features

high price point

average battery life

heavier than competitors

noisy under load

MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution touchscreen

powerful intel processor

sleek aluminum design

impressive color accuracy

thunderbolt 4 support

expensive price point

moderate battery life

heavy build

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) and MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) vs. MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.95 cm x 25.38 cm x 1.77 cm 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 1.81 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Carbon fibre hybrid (top), aluminium alloy (bottom) -
Colour Black paint Lunar grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 16"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2400 (WQUXGA) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness 600 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, HDR 400 compatible, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, Dolby Vision -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11850H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i9 (11th Gen) 11900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel WM590 -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 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 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
RAID Level RAID 0, RAID 1 -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design, NVIDIA Resizable BAR, Advanced Optimus, Dynamic Boost 2.0 Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus IR camera
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Codec Realtek ALC3306 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 210 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 170 Watt, 20 V 180 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls, glass touchpad Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Slots 2 x M.2 Card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied adapter)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme Gen 4 (20Y6) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Included Accessories Power adapter, Lenovo USB-C to Ethernet Adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete 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, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified MIL-STD 810G
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 202UK
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