Detailed comparison and review of MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) 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.
| DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| Product Type | Notebook | Notebook |
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| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm | 36 cm x 26.7 cm x 2.59 cm |
| Weight | 1.9 kg | 2.3 kg |
| Case Material | - | Polycarbonate ABS |
| Colour | - | Raven black |
| DISPLAY | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 15.6" - IPS |
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| 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. | 144 Hz | - |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC | - |
| Features | MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, 7 ms response rate | Anti-glare |
| PROCESSOR | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz | No CPU |
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| 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 | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache | - |
| MEMORY | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| RAM | 16 GB | 0 GB |
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| Max RAM Supported | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2666 MHz | 2666 MHz |
| Rated Speed | 2666 MHz | - |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 260-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | 2 |
| Empty Slots | - | 2 |
| STORAGE | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) | - |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 | - |
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| 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 | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic VR sound technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology | Harman audio technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
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| Wireless Controller | Killer Wireless-AC 1550i | M.2 Card |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Features | Killer DoubleShot Pro Technology, Killer Shield | - |
| BATTERY | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | Lithium Ion |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 82 Wh | 57 Wh |
| Battery Life | - | Up to 10 hours |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| Input | - | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
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| Output | 180 Watt | 230 Watt |
| INPUT | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes (RGB) | Yes |
| Features | Multi-touch touchpad, SteelSeries Engine 3 | Multi-touch touchpad, white LED backlight |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| Interfaces | Microphone input Headphone output USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) 3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 LAN HDMI Mini DisplayPort |
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 |
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| SOFTWARE | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Advanced | No operating system |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI GS65 8SE (224UK Stealth) | Lenovo Legion Y540-15IRH (Lenovo Legion Y540) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security | - | Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip |
| Security Slot Type | Kensington security slot | Kensington security slot |
| Theft/Intrusion Protection | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) | Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) |
| Features | MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost Trinity 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 | - |
| Model Number | - | 15IRH 81SX |
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