MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution touchscreen

powerful intel processor

sleek aluminum design

impressive color accuracy

thunderbolt 4 support

expensive price point

moderate battery life

heavy build

limited upgradeability

Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price point

decent processor performance

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

average display quality

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre battery life

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) and Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
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87 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) vs. Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 25.6 cm x 1.68 cm 35.9 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 2.2 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Lunar grey Business black
DISPLAY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Screen Size (Type) 16" 15.6" - TN
Touchscreen Yes -
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 2560 x 1600 (QHD+) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 120 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% DCI-P3 45% NTSC
Features - Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
CPU Intel Core i9 (11th Gen) 11900H / 2.5 GHz Intel Core i3 (12th Gen) 1215U / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.9 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 6-core
Cache 24 MB 10 MB
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported - 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty - 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features Dynamic Boost -
Gaming Yes -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features IR camera Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound - Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1675 M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 90 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6.85 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 6.85 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes (RGB) -
Features Per-key RGB Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included - Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Creator Z16 (A11UET) Lenovo V15 G3 IAP (82TT)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features SteelSeries gaming keyboard, Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Software Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 202UK -
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