MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA). 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 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

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard comfort

advanced security features

high-resolution display

heavier than competitors

expensive base model

average battery life

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.78 cm 36.4 cm x 26.6 cm x 3.023 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.95 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), glass-fibre (bottom), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour - Storm grey (top), villi black (bottom)
DISPLAY MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (WQXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 165 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, Eyesafe technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, DC dimming, 83.4% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700HX / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 16-core
Cache - 30 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel WM790
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 192 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots 0 2
STORAGE MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA TXAA, Direct X 12 Ultimate, Vulkan Support, NVIDIA FXAA
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 94 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
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 2 (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Creator Center NVIDIA RTX Desktop Manager
MISCELLANEOUS MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
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, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology Administrator password, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, bottom cover tamper detection
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, TCG Certified, TUV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site - response time: next business day
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