MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) vs. MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) and MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK). 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

MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

slim, lightweight design

high-resolution display

robust build quality

good battery life

high price point

limited port selection

noisy under load

average webcam quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) and MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) vs. MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 1.9 kg
Colour Black -
DISPLAY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC -
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
MEMORY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P3200 NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
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
BATTERY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 82 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Output 180 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
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
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 2
SOFTWARE MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro
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 Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Features Cooler Boost Trinity technology Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years Limited warranty - 3 years
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