MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ). Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

full hd display

solid build quality

good battery life

affordable price

average cpu performance

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

basic audio quality

Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

large display

ample storage options

solid build quality

decent processor performance

mediocre battery life

no backlit keyboard

heavy design

limited graphics capability

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) and Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
75 % - Design
63 % - Display
72 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.69 cm 39.9 cm x 27.4 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 2.04 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Carbon grey Arctic grey
DISPLAY MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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 - 60% NTSC
Features Thin bezel design, MSI True Color Technology 3.0 Anti-glare, 90° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD Ryzen 3 5425U / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 8 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 12 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed - 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon 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
Codec Realtek ALC233 -
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 38 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.3 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 12.3 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
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 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Slots 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 3.0 x4) (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4
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) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 11 Home in S mode - English
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI True Color 3.0, MSI Center Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 3 17ABA7 (82RQ)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features Military-Grade, Cooler Boost 3 technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
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 457UK -
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