MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) vs. MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) and MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET). 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 15 (A11ML) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

full hd display

solid build quality

good battery life

affordable price

average cpu performance

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution touchscreen

powerful intel processor

sleek aluminum design

impressive color accuracy

thunderbolt 4 support

expensive price point

moderate battery life

heavy build

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) and MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) vs. MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.69 cm 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Carbon grey Lunar grey
DISPLAY MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Thin bezel design, MSI True Color Technology 3.0 -
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i9 (11th Gen) 11900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache 8 MB 24 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology -
MEMORY MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video System Features - Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone -
Codec Realtek ALC233 -
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Output 65 Watt 180 Watt
INPUT MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features White LED backlight Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI True Color 3.0, MSI Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Features Military-Grade, Cooler Boost 3 technology SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number 457UK 202UK
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