Detailed comparison and review of MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) and MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST). 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 P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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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 | 38.2 cm x 26 cm x 1.9 cm |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details | 52.1 cm x 8 cm x 33.5 cm | - |
| Weight | 1.9 kg | 2.49 kg |
| Colour | Silver | Lunar grey |
| DISPLAY | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Screen Size (Type) | 15.6" | 17" |
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| Touchscreen | - | Yes |
| LCD Backlight Technology | LED backlight | LED backlight |
| Screen Resolution | 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) | 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) |
| V-Sync Rate at Max Res. | - | 165 Hz |
| Widescreen | Yes | Yes |
| Image Aspect Ratio | - | 16:10 |
| Colour Gamut | 100% sRGB | 100% DCI-P3 |
| Features | WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 | MSI True Colour Technology, Delta E<2 calibration, CalMAN Verified |
| PROCESSOR | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| CPU | Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H | Intel Core i9 (12th Gen) 12900H / 2.5 GHz |
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| Max Turbo Speed | - | 5 GHz |
| Number of Cores | 6-core | 14-core |
| Cache | - | 24 MB |
| 64-bit Computing | Yes | - |
| Chipset | Mobile Intel HM370 | - |
| Features | - | Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) |
| MEMORY | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| RAM | 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) | 32 GB |
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| Max RAM Supported | 64 GB | - |
| RAM Type | DDR4 SDRAM | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Speed | 2666 MHz | 4800 MHz |
| Rated Speed | - | 4800 MHz |
| Form Factor | SO-DIMM 260-pin | SO-DIMM 262-pin |
| Slots Qty | 2 | - |
| Empty Slots | 0 | - |
| STORAGE | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) | 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) | 2 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) |
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| AUDIO & VIDEO | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Multi-GPU Configuration | - | 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU |
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| Graphics Processor (GPU) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti / Intel Iris Xe Graphics |
| Video Memory | 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM | 16 GB GDDR6 SDRAM |
| Camera | Yes - 720p | Yes - 1080p |
| Frame Rate | 30 frames per second | 30 frames per second |
| Sound | Stereo speakers, microphone | Four speakers, microphone |
| Audio Features | MSI Audio Boost 2, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology | Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology |
| COMMUNICATIONS | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Wireless | 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) |
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| Wireless Controller | - | Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 |
| Network Interface | Gigabit Ethernet | - |
| BATTERY | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Technology | 4-cell lithium polymer | 4-cell |
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| Battery Capacity (Size) | 82 Wh | 90 Wh |
| AC ADAPTER | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Output | 180 Watt | - |
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| INPUT | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Type | Keyboard, touchpad | Keyboard, touchpad |
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| Numeric Keypad | - | Yes |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes (RGB) |
| Features | White LED backlight | Per-key RGB |
| CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Interfaces | LAN HDMI Microphone input Headphone output Mini DisplayPort 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) USB 3.2 Gen 2 |
2 x Thunderbolt 4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 HDMI Headphone/microphone combo jack |
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| Memory Card Reader | - | Yes (SD Card) |
| SOFTWARE | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
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| 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, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI Creator Center | MSI Center Pro |
| MISCELLANEOUS | MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) | MSI Creator Z17 (A12UHST) |
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| Included Accessories | Power adapter | Power adapter |
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| Security | Fingerprint reader | - |
| Features | Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology | MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology |
| Compliant Standards | MIL-STD 810G | - |
| Manufacturer Warranty | Limited warranty - 2 years | Limited warranty - 2 years |
| Model Number | - | 098UK |
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