Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. MSI Modern 15 (B12M)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)

Our Rating: 78 %

MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
MSI Modern 15 (B12M)

Our Rating: 75 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and MSI Modern 15 (B12M). 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 T590 (20N4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

solid performance

good security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited graphics power

noisy under load

MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 (B12M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

good connectivity options

average display quality

moderate storage capacity

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.75 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide -
Colour Black Classic black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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 - 45% NTSC
Features - Thin bezel design, IPS-level
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
CPU No CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U
Max Turbo Speed - 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores - 10-core
Cache - 12 MB
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
RAM 0 GB 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 48 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Camera - Yes - 720p
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Wireless - 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh 39 Wh
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad White LED backlight, 1.5mm travel distance
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 11 Home
Software Included - MSI Center Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) MSI Modern 15 (B12M)
Dockable Yes -
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, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested MIL-STD-810G tested, ultra-slim
Compliant Standards RoHS -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 026UK
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