MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

vibrant qhd+ display

sleek aluminum chassis

thunderbolt 4 support

high-quality audio output

relatively heavy design

short battery life

high price point

limited upgradeability

Dell Precision 3571 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Dell Precision 3571 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processors

robust build quality

excellent security features

high-resolution display

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

limited color options

higher price point

average battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) and Dell Precision 3571
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82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
80 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) vs. Dell Precision 3571 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 1.68 cm 35.78 cm x 23.33 cm x 2.405 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.79 kg
Colour Lunar grey Grey
DISPLAY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
Screen Size (Type) 16" 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) - 141
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness - 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 100% sRGB
Features MSI Matrix Display, Delta E<2 calibration, thin bezel design, CalMAN Verified, MSI True Color Technology 3.0 Anti-glare, Wide Viewing Angle, ±85° horizontal viewing angle, ±85° vertical viewing angle, 35 ms response rate, 0.179 mm pixel pitch, Low Blue Light technology, Super Low Power Panel (SLP)
PROCESSOR MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache 24 MB 24 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 Intel H45
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Essentials
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 32 GB (2 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 NVIDIA RTX A1000
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Camera Features IR camera Privacy shutter, IR camera, RGB camera
Image Sensor Type - CMOS
Frame Rate 30 frames per second 30 frames per second
Sound Four speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3204
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology MaxxAudio Pro
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 2230
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-LM
BATTERY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 64 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 130 Watt, 5 / 20 V, 6.5 A
INPUT MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0) (1 free) -
Interfaces Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (PowerShare)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
LAN (RJ-45)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC)
SOFTWARE MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition + Windows 11 Pro Licence - Dutch / English / French / German / Italian
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), SteelSeries Engine 3, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI True Color 3.0, MSI Battery Master -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) Dell Precision 3571
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Noble Wedge security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology ExpressCharge
Compliant Standards - FIPS 140-2
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
Model Number 204UK -
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