MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. MSI Modern 15 (A10M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)
MSI Modern 14 (B10MW)

Our Rating: 72 %

MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
MSI Modern 15 (A10M)

Our Rating: 75 %

Detailed comparison and review of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and MSI Modern 15 (A10M). 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 Modern 14 (B10MW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent keyboard comfort

good battery life

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

modest storage capacity

MSI Modern 15 (A10M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 (A10M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

solid build quality

decent keyboard comfort

full hd display

average battery life

moderate performance

no thunderbolt support

limited gaming capabilities

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. MSI Modern 15 (A10M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 22 cm x 1.69 cm 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Plastic, metal -
Colour Carbon grey Carbon grey
DISPLAY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
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. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut WideView, MSI Matrix Display, TrueColor 2.0, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 52 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours -
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4 / SATA) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, MSI Creator Center MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features MIL-STD-810G tested Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology, MIL-STD-810G tested
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number 489UK 652UK
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