MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE). 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 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 330-15IKB (81DE) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

solid build quality

adequate performance

decent keyboard

variety of ports

average battery life

dim display

mediocre sound quality

heavy design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
72 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
72 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 22 cm x 1.69 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material Plastic, metal Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Carbon grey Platinum grey
DISPLAY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 200 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz -
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 3 MB
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 20 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 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 330-15IKB (81DE)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s
Secondary Storage - 1 TB HDD / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features - Fixed focus
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 5.5 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features White LED backlight Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
Interfaces 2 x USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
LAN
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 330-15IKB (81DE)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - 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 Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 330-15IKB (81DE)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware 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 MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 489UK -
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