Dell Precision 5470 vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Dell Precision 5470 and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK). 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.

Dell Precision 5470 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 5470 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

ultra-portable design

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

robust build quality

advanced thermal management

limited port selection

higher price point

noisy under load

average battery life

MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

lightweight and portable

impressive 4k display

robust build quality

fast processing speeds

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Dell Precision 5470 and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Dell Precision 5470 vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.06 cm x 21.035 cm x 1.109 cm 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.88 kg
Colour Grey Black
DISPLAY Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (Full HD Plus) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 161 -
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 -
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, 35 ms response rate, Low Blue Light technology, ±88° vertical viewing angle, ±88° horizontal viewing angle, 0.1572 mm pixel pitch MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology
PROCESSOR Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800H / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H
Max Turbo Speed 4.8 GHz -
Number of Cores 14-core 6-core
Cache 24 MB -
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset - Mobile Intel HM370
Platform Technology Intel vPro Enterprise -
Features Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) -
MEMORY Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR5 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 5200 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 5200 MHz 2666 MHz
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), Class 40 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA RTX A1000 NVIDIA Quadro P3200
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 1280 x 720 (standard), 640 x 400 (infrared) Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.92 Megapixel (standard), 0.25 Megapixel (infrared) -
Camera Features IR/RGB camera, 75.8 degrees -
Image Sensor Type CMOS -
Video Resolutions 1280 x 720 -
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Two tweeters, two woofers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC711-VD -
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Wireless Bluetooth, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 72 Wh 82 Wh
AC ADAPTER Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V 180 Watt
INPUT Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features - Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Slots 1 x M.2 Card (0 free) -
Interfaces 4 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro + Windows 11 Pro Licence - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft Office (30 days trial, excludes office licence) MSI BurnRecovery, MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0
MISCELLANEOUS Dell Precision 5470 MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, hall sensor -
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Noble Wedge security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features ExpressCharge Cooler Boost Trinity technology
Compliant Standards FIPS 140-2 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years
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