AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) vs. MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) and MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET). 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.

AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful gaming performance

high refresh rate display

expandable storage options

good thermal management

decent build quality

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color accuracy

noisy under load

MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution touchscreen

powerful intel processor

sleek aluminum design

impressive color accuracy

thunderbolt 4 support

expensive price point

moderate battery life

heavy build

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) and MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) vs. MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.1 cm x 25.8 cm x 2.79 cm 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.2 kg
Colour - Lunar grey
DISPLAY AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16"
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology - LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 144 Hz 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare, 5 ms response time, thin bezel design, 72% NTSC colour gamut -
PROCESSOR AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
CPU Intel Core i7 (10th Gen) 10750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i9 (11th Gen) 11900H / 2.5 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 5 GHz 4.9 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Intel HM470 -
Features Intel Platform Trust Technology (PTT) -
MEMORY AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
Secondary Storage 1 TB HDD SATA -
AUDIO & VIDEO AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti / Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features NVIDIA Optimus Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8411B -
BATTERY AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 48.96 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Output 180 Watt 180 Watt
INPUT AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes (RGB)
Features 15 colours backlighting Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Interfaces LAN
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Microphone input
Mini DisplayPort 1.2
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home
MISCELLANEOUS AORUS 5 SB (7UK1131SH) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features WINDFORCE Cooling System SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Compliant Standards - MIL-STD 810G
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 202UK
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