Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) 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 3 15ARE05 (81W4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

ample storage options

decent processor performance

lightweight design

good battery life

average display quality

limited graphics capabilities

no backlit keyboard

mediocre sound output

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 3 15ARE05 (81W4) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
72 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.22 cm x 25.34 cm x 1.99 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Abyss blue IMR -
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - TN 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full 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 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
CPU AMD Ryzen 3 4300U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 14-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
RAM 4 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 8 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes Yes
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Output: Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller M.2 Card Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 35 Wh 39.3 Wh
Battery Life Up to 9.4 hours Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (white)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Precision touchpad, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
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 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 11 Home
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 15ARE05 (81W4) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Included Accessories Wall mount 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-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
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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