Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9)
Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9)
MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK). 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 WS65 8SK (480UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

lightweight and portable

impressive 4k display

robust build quality

fast processing speeds

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) and MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) vs. MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 37.74 cm x 25.23 cm x 2.94 cm 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 2.45 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material Magnesium-aluminum alloy, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen - Yes
Colour Gamut - 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC
Features - MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H
Number of Cores - 6-core
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel CM246 Mobile Intel HM370
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
RAM 0 GB 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported - 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2666 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 4 2
Empty Slots 4 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - NVIDIA Quadro P3200
Video Memory - 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera - Yes - 720p
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 -
VR Ready - Yes
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Technology Lithium Ion 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 82 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 170 Watt 180 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 3)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro
Software Included - MSI BurnRecovery, MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad P52 (20M9) MSI WS65 8SK (480UK)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security 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, MIL-STD-810G tested Cooler Boost Trinity technology
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Silver -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 3 years
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