MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) vs. HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) and HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook. 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 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

HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful amd processor

robust security features

lightweight aluminum chassis

bright display options

fast charging support

premium price tag

average battery life

no dedicated gpu

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) and HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
85 % - Design
82 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) vs. HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 1.68 cm 35.87 cm x 25.1 cm x 1.92 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.81 kg
Colour Lunar grey -
DISPLAY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 16" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:10
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features MSI Matrix Display, Delta E<2 calibration, thin bezel design, CalMAN Verified, MSI True Color Technology 3.0 WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP
PROCESSOR MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i7 (11th Gen) 11800H / 2.3 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 Pro 7840U / 3.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.6 GHz 5.1 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 8-core
Cache 24 MB L3 - 16 MB
Chipset Intel HM570 -
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost) -
MEMORY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 3200 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 3200 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 AMD Radeon Graphics
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design, Dynamic Boost -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera Privacy shutter, IR camera, HP Auto Frame
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Four speakers, microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3315
Audio Features Dynaudio Premium Sound Technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Output: Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) NFC, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E), Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 MediaTek RZ616 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v
Features - Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 51.3 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
Input - AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A
INPUT MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) Yes
Features Per-key RGB Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, precision touchpad, glass clickpad, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
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
2 x USB4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Advanced Windows 11 Pro - English
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 HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP Cloud Recovery (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP SureStart Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Connect for Microsoft Endpoint Manager, HP Patch Assistant (free download), HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5, HP Manageability & Integration Kit Gen4 (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows, HP Services Scan
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UE) HP EliteBook 865 G10 Notebook
Included Accessories Power adapter HP 65 Watt nPFC USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options - HP Tamper Lock
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, MIL-STD-810G tested, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested, Secured-core PC enabled
Compliant Standards - CSA, VCCI, BSMI, GS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, KCC, CISPR, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, SRRC, NCC, UL 62368-1, TEC, KES, Low Blue Light certified (LBL), Ukraine NSoC, EAEU Compliance, Saudi Arabian Compliance
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Model Number 204UK -
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