AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) vs. MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)

Our Rating: 75 %

Side by side comparison and review of AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) and MSI Modern 15 (A11ML). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

mechanical keyboard integration

sturdy build quality

good thermal management

heavy for portability

short battery life

high price point

limited upgradeability

MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

full hd display

solid build quality

good battery life

affordable price

average cpu performance

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) and MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) vs. MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.6 cm x 25 cm x 2.5 cm 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.6 kg
Colour - Carbon grey
DISPLAY AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 240 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Features Anti-glare, IGZO technology, Factory Calibration, Pantone Validated Thin bezel design, MSI True Color Technology 3.0
PROCESSOR AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10875H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5.1 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core Quad-Core
Cache 16 MB 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT), Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology
MEMORY AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER / Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus, Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC233
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Killer Ethernet E2600 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 94 Wh 52 Wh
AC ADAPTER AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Output 230 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features OMRON switches, N-key rollover, per-key RGB, AORUS RGB Fusion 2.0 White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces LAN
USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort 1.4
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI True Color 3.0, MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS AORUS 15G YB (8UK2130MH) MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Features WINDFORCE Infinity Cooling System Military-Grade, Cooler Boost 3 technology
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 457UK
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