Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6)
MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) 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.

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 ThinkPad T480 (20L6) and MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) vs. MSI Modern 15 H (B13M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 33.66 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.995 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.58 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare MSI Matrix Display, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5 GHz
Number of Cores - 14-core
Cache - L3 - 24 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
RAM 0 GB 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel Iris Xe Max Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera - Yes
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
Audio Features - Output: Hi-Res Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Technology - 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) - 39.3 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight - Yes (white)
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Precision touchpad, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
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 ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI Center
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T480 (20L6) MSI Modern 15 H (B13M)
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
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 MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 003UK
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