MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU). 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 530S-14IKB (81EU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

sleek aluminum design

sharp full-HD display

strong overall performance

comfortable backlit keyboard

decent battery life

limited port selection

no touchscreen option

average audio quality

pricier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) and Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
85 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 31.9 cm x 22 cm x 1.69 cm 32.34 cm x 22.6 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.3 kg 1.59 kg
Case Material Plastic, metal Aluminum
Colour Carbon grey Mineral grey
DISPLAY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Screen Size (Type) 14" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight 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 - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC -
Features IPS-level, 72% NTSC colour gamut Anti-glare, glass cover
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
CPU Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8130U / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.1 GHz 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Dual-Core
Cache 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 0 0
STORAGE MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
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 Output: Harman audio technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
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
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life Up to 10 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
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
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 530S-14IKB (81EU)
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 -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 14 (B10MW) Lenovo IdeaPad 530S-14IKB (81EU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Fingerprint reader
Features MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 489UK -
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