MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)
MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK)

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU). 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 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

Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

good thermal management

reliable security features

heavy and bulky

expensive price point

average battery life

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
86 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm 37.54 cm x 25.23 cm x 3.145 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.74 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide
Colour - Black
DISPLAY MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, narrow-bezel design Anti-glare, 160° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10850H / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel WM490
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 128 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 2933 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots 0 3
STORAGE MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - SK Hynix
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 NVIDIA Quadro T2000 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 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 ALC3286
Compliant Standards - Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
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 201 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 94 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 16.4 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 170 Watt, 20 V
INPUT MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Interfaces 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
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Creator Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 1 (20SU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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, MIL-STD-810G tested, 4x4 MiMo function
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years -
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