Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M). 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.

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

compact design

decent battery life

solid build quality

quiet operation

limited storage capacity

average display quality

slower processor

minimal connectivity options

MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

fast ssd storage

vivid full hd display

efficient cooling system

competitive price point

average battery life

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.4 cm x 23.5 cm x 1.86 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.44 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Denim blue -
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 220 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
CPU Intel Pentium N4200 / 1.1 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.5 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache 2 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 505 Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio -
Audio Features - Output: Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Wireless Bluetooth 4.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Single stream (1x1) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 32 Wh 39.3 Wh
Battery Life Up to 8 hours Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (white)
Features - Precision touchpad, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI 2.1 (4K support)
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Lenovo Settings, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo ID, Lenovo Companion 3.0 MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 120S-14IAP (81A5) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 003UK
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