MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) vs. MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)

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

Our Rating: 85 %

MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) and MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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 9TM (1043UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

lightweight, portable design

high-resolution, vibrant display

robust build quality

efficient thermal management

high cost investment

limited battery life

fewer USB ports

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) and MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) vs. MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm 35.8 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 1.9 kg
Colour Black -
DISPLAY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
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 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0
PROCESSOR MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel HM370
MEMORY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
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
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P3200 NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR5 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 9TM (1043UK)
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 9TM (1043UK)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 82 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Output 180 Watt 230 Watt
INPUT MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
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 9TM (1043UK)
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 9TM (1043UK)
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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