MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) and Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340). 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 GL73 8SE (025UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

high refresh rate display

ample storage options

robust build quality

reasonable price point

heavy and bulky

average battery life

noisy under load

limited port selection

Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable gaming option

decent processor performance

full hd display

ample storage capacity

stylish design

average battery life

heavy build

no thunderbolt support

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) and Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
82 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
75 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.9 cm x 28.7 cm x 3.3 cm 41.3 cm x 28.47 cm x 2.53 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 2.78 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 17.3" - IPS
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. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 72%
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare
PROCESSOR MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i5 (9th Gen) 9300H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache 9 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
RAM 16 GB 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 135 Watt
INPUT MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Anti-ghosting, red backlighting Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, blue LED backlighting
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Interfaces LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
Mini DisplayPort
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 2
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included - Microsoft 365 (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo IdeaPad L340-17IRH Gaming (Lenovo IdeaPad L340)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost 5 technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 17IRH Gaming 81LL
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