Detailed comparison and review of MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) and Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV). 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm | 36 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.52 cm |
| Weight | 2.49 kg | 2.3 kg |
| Case Material | - | Polycarbonate ABS |
| Colour | Lunar grey | Black |
| DISPLAY | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 17" | 15.6" - IPS |
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| Touchscreen | Yes | - |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) | 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | 165 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:10 | 16:9 |
| Image Brightness | - | 300 cd/m² |
| Colour Gamut | 100% DCI-P3 | - |
| Features | Ultra Slim Design, Factory Calibration, MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified, IPS-level | Anti-glare |
| PROCESSOR | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz | Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8300H / 2.3 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | 5 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 14-core | Quad-Core |
| Cache | L3 - 24 MB | 8 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | - | Yes |
| Chipset | - | Mobile Intel HM370 |
| Features | Intel Smart Cache | Integrated memory controller |
| MEMORY | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| RAM | 32 GB | 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) |
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| Max RAM Supported | - | 16 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR5 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 4800 MHz | 2666 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 4800 MHz | 2666 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 262-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | - | 1 |
| STORAGE | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) | 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| Secondary Storage | - | 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 7200 rpm |
| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti/ Intel Iris Xe Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 |
| Video Memory | 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM |
| Gaming | - | Yes |
| Camera | Yes - 1080p | Yes - 720p |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | - |
| Sound | Four speakers, microphone | Stereo speakers, dual array microphone |
| Compliant Standards | DTS Sound | Dolby Audio |
| Audio Features | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology | Output: Harman audio technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 |
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| Wireless Controller | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675i | M.2 Card |
| Network Interface | - | Gigabit Ethernet |
| BATTERY | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| Technology | 4-cell | Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 90 Wh | 52.5 Wh |
| Battery Life | - | Up to 9.5 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| Input | - | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | - | 135 Watt |
| INPUT | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
| Features | Per-key RGB, MSI active pen (MPP2.0) support | Multi-touch touchpad |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| Interfaces | Thunderbolt 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery) |
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On) USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 HDMI Mini DisplayPort LAN Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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| Memory Card Reader | Yes (SD Card) | - |
| SOFTWARE | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English |
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| Software Included | - | Microsoft Office (Trial) |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UGST) | Lenovo Legion Y530-15ICH (81FV) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security Slot Type | - | Kensington mini security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | - | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology | Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password |
| Compliant Standards | - | RoHS |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return |
| Model Number | 099UK | - |
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