MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

lightweight and portable

impressive 4k display

robust build quality

fast processing speeds

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard experience

good battery life

portable design

reliable performance

mediocre display quality

limited graphics power

higher price point

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 1.55 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
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 -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 45%
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U / 1.8 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 40 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P3200 NVIDIA Quadro P520 / Intel UHD Graphics 620
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 2 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
BATTERY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 50 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.7 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
Interfaces LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included MSI BurnRecovery, MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0 -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P43s (20RH)
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Cooler Boost Trinity technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years Limited warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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