Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) vs. MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) and MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE). 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 17IIL05 (81WF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display size

decent processor speed

adequate connectivity options

solid build quality

average battery life

mediocre graphics performance

limited storage capacity

heavier design

MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

vibrant qhd+ display

sleek aluminum chassis

thunderbolt 4 support

high-quality audio output

relatively heavy design

short battery life

high price point

limited upgradeability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) and MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) vs. MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 40.2 cm x 28.125 cm x 1.99 cm 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 1.68 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Polycarbonate ABS -
Colour Abyss blue Lunar grey
DISPLAY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" - IPS 16"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2560 x 1600 (QHD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 120 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut - 100% DCI-P3
Features Anti-glare MSI Matrix Display, Delta E<2 calibration, thin bezel design, CalMAN Verified, MSI True Color Technology 3.0
PROCESSOR Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 1005G1 / 1.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.4 GHz 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 8-core
Cache 4 MB 24 MB
Chipset - Intel HM570
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered)) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 12 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 0 0
STORAGE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 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 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 1 external monitor(s) -
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost
Gaming - Yes
Camera Yes Yes - 720p
Resolution 0.3 Megapixel -
Camera Features Privacy shutter, fixed focus IR camera
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Four speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
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 M.2 Card Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
Technology Lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 42 Wh 90 Wh
Battery Life Up to 7.4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
Input AC 120-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 180 Watt
INPUT Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (RGB)
Features Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Per-key RGB
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home in S mode - English Windows 10 Home Advanced
Software Included Microsoft 365 Personal Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI True Color 3.0, MSI Battery Master
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IIL05 (81WF) MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE)
Included Accessories Wall mount power adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Fingerprint reader
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Compliant Standards RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return Limited warranty - 2 years
Model Number - 204UK
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