MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

affordable price point

solid build quality

decent keyboard comfort

good battery life

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

modest storage capacity

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

decent processor performance

lightweight design

good keyboard layout

average battery life

limited graphics capability

no backlit keyboard

plastic build quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 22 cm x 1.69 cm 39.9 cm x 27.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 2.04 kg
Case Material Plastic, metal Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Carbon grey Arctic grey
DISPLAY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 17.3" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1600 x 900 (HD+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 60% NTSC
Features IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Pentium 8505 / 1.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 5-core
Cache 4 MB 8 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 7.1 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 7.1 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features White LED backlight Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
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
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, MSI Creator Center Microsoft 365 Personal
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17IAU7 (82RL)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 489UK -
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