Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) vs. MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)

Our Rating: 85 %

MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) and MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK). 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 ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

excellent keyboard comfort

good thermal management

heavyweight design

short battery life

limited storage capacity

expensive price point

MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

lightweight, portable design

high-resolution, vibrant display

robust build quality

efficient thermal management

high cost investment

limited battery life

fewer USB ports

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) and MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) vs. MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm 35.8 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.78 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.9 kg
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black weave -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 500 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 100% Adobe RGB 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features HDR (high dynamic range), 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9850H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz -
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache 12 MB -
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel HM370
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
RAM 16 GB (1 x 16 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 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 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung 1 TB SSD PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU -
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro T1000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630 NVIDIA Quadro RTX 5000
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 16 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Conexant CX11880 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Technology 4-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 80 Wh 82 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.8 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 135 Watt, 20 V 230 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 2
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Creator Center
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) MSI WS65 9TM (1043UK)
Included Accessories Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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 Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology
Compliant Standards RoHS MIL-STD 810G
SAR Value 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb) -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years
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