MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

slim, lightweight design

high-resolution 4k display

robust processing power

ample connectivity options

premium price point

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

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 WS75 9TK (693UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
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85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
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86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.61 cm x 25.95 cm x 1.895 cm 36.4 cm x 26.6 cm x 3.023 cm
Weight 2.28 kg 2.95 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), glass-fibre (bottom), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour - Storm grey (top), villi black (bottom)
DISPLAY MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 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 16:9 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 WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700HX / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 16-core
Cache - 30 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel WM790
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) 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 - 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots 0 2
STORAGE MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 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 WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 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
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) 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 WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 94 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) 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 WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
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 (microSD) Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (21FA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), 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 WS75 9TK (693UK) 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 - 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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