MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) vs. Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)
MSI GL73 8SE (025UK)

Our Rating: 75 %

Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) and Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540). 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 Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

solid build quality

effective thermal management

affordable gaming option

heavy and bulky

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) and Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
82 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) vs. Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 41.9 cm x 28.7 cm x 3.3 cm 36 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.59 cm
Weight 2.9 kg 2.3 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Raven black
DISPLAY MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 15.6" - 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
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, 3 ms response rate Anti-glare
PROCESSOR MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz No CPU
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core -
Cache 9 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 -
MEMORY MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
RAM 16 GB 0 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 2
STORAGE MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) -
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm -
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 -
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 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
Codec - Realtek ALC3240
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Home Theater
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 57 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Anti-ghosting, red backlighting Multi-touch touchpad, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
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
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
Mini DisplayPort
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition No operating system
MISCELLANEOUS MSI GL73 8SE (025UK) Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540)
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, LED lighting
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
SAR Value - 1.104 W/kg (body), 1.104 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years - pick-up and return -
Model Number - 15IRH 81SX
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