MSI Modern 15 (B12M) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Modern 15 (B12M) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ). 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 (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

Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

sharp display resolution

fast ssd storage

efficient thermal management

good battery life

limited port selection

higher price range

no dedicated gpu

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 15 (B12M) and Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
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85 % - Performance
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75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 15 (B12M) vs. Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 29.8 cm x 20.9 cm x 1.29 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.13 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, magnesium-aluminum alloy
Colour Classic black Storm grey
DISPLAY MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 13.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Thin bezel design, IPS-level Glossy, Corning Gorilla glass, anti-fingerprint, 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 1160G7 / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core Quad-Core
Cache 12 MB 12 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4266 MHz
Rated Speed - 4266 MHz
STORAGE MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology - Shared Video Memory (UMA)
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, quad array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Harman-branded
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
Technology 3-cell Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 39 Wh 53 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.6 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Mouse, keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight, 1.5mm travel distance Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI (on supplied adapter)
VGA (on supplied adapter)
USB 3.0 (on supplied adapter)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included MSI Center Pro Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo ThinkBook 13x ITG (20WJ)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim power adapter, ThinkBook Bluetooth Silent Mouse
Bundled with - Lenovo USB-C 3-in-1 Hub
Security - Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ultra-slim Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, Rapid Charge Pro, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Eyesafe Display Certification
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 026UK -
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