MSI Modern 15 (A10M) vs. MSI Modern 15 (B12M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI Modern 15 (A10M)
MSI Modern 15 (A10M)

Our Rating: 75 %

MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
MSI Modern 15 (B12M)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI Modern 15 (A10M) and MSI Modern 15 (B12M). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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

MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 (B12M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

good connectivity options

average display quality

moderate storage capacity

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 15 (A10M) and MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 15 (A10M) vs. MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.69 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.7 kg
Colour Carbon grey Classic black
DISPLAY MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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 -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, TrueColor 2.0, IPS-level Thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache 4 MB 12 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe 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 -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 39 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight White LED backlight, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4 / SATA) (1 free) -
Interfaces 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
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home
Software Included 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 MSI Center Pro
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 15 (A10M) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology, MIL-STD-810G tested MIL-STD-810G tested, ultra-slim
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number 652UK 026UK
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