MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) vs. MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) 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 P65 9SE (879DR Creator) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

slim, stylish design

high-resolution display

fast processing speed

lightweight portability

high price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

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 P65 9SE (879DR Creator) and MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) vs. MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 2.2 kg
Colour Grey Lunar grey
DISPLAY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
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. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% DCI-P3
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 -
PROCESSOR MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i9 (11th Gen) 11900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 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 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Windows Hello IR camera
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone -
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost 2, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Qualcomm QCA8171 -
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours -
AC ADAPTER MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Output 180 Watt 180 Watt
INPUT MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features White LED backlight Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
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 USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Home
Software Included MSI Creator Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI P65 9SE (879DR Creator) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader -
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 202UK
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