Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) vs. MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD)
MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) and MSI WE63 8SI (645UK). 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.

MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust professional design

powerful quad-core processor

high-quality full HD display

solid graphics performance

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited upgradeability

premium price tag

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) and MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
74 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) vs. MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm 38.3 cm x 26 cm x 2.75 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 2.29 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% 94% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H / 2.2 GHz Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 9 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, integrated memory controller, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P1000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA Quadro P1000
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3286 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
Technology Lithium Ion 6-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.87 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 135 Watt 135 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
LAN
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone/SPDIF combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - MSI BurnRecovery, MSI Battery Calibration, MSI System Control Manager, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (20MD) MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, 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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost 5 technology
Compliant Standards RoHS -
SAR Value 0.193 W/kg (body), 0.193 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 3 years
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