MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR). 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 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 P73 (20QR) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quad-core processor

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

high-resolution display

ample connectivity options

heavy and bulky

expensive base model

moderate battery life

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm 41.6 cm x 28.1 cm x 3.1 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 3.4 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 17.3" - 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 - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 72%
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel CM246
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 128 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots 0 2
STORAGE MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
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)
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P3200 NVIDIA Quadro T2000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
BATTERY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 99 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
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 (Always On)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P73 (20QR)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - French
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 P73 (20QR)
Included Accessories Power adapter 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 - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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