Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) vs. MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) and MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern). 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 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

adequate processor performance

simple design

decent keyboard layout

lightweight build

low-resolution display

limited storage capacity

average battery life

no backlit keyboard

MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

strong battery life

quiet cooling system

attractive slim design

good display quality

limited gaming performance

no thunderbolt support

average speaker quality

modest storage capacity

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) and MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
69 % - Design
66 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) vs. MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.56 cm x 25.34 cm x 2.27 cm 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.59 cm
Weight 2.1 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Black Blue
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1366 x 768 (HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 200 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
CPU AMD A4 9125 / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U
Max Turbo Speed 2.6 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 1 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2133 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 1866 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 500 GB HDD SATA 6Gb/s / 5400 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive DVD-Writer - tray -
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon R3 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050
Video Memory - 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Network Interface 10/100 Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Technology 2-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 30 Wh 82 Wh
Battery Life Up to 5 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 45 Watt 90 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0, Quick Charge 3.0)
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included Lenovo Companion, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo App Explorer, Lenovo Vantage MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 130-15AST (Lenovo IdeaPad 130) MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number 15AST 81H5 -
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