MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV). 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 P17 Gen 2 (20YV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

high-resolution display

robust build quality

extensive connectivity options

ISV certifications

heavy and bulky

expensive base model

average battery life

loud under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.78 cm 41.544 cm x 28.081 cm x 3.245 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 3.564 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide
Colour - Black
DISPLAY MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
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 100% sRGB
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11850H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel WM590
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
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 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots 0 2
STORAGE MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
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 - Samsung
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000 NVIDIA RTX A2000 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 16 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
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
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 210 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL)
BATTERY MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 94 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
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 P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
Slots - 3 x M.2 Card (2 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-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
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 9TM (1043UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (20YV)
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, power-on password, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, TCG Certified
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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