MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS). 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 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

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) and Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.69 cm 37.8 cm x 26 cm x 2.29 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Carbon grey Blizzard white
DISPLAY MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6"
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 - 200 cd/m²
Features Thin bezel design, MSI True Color Technology 3.0 Anti-glare
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz AMD FX 9800P / 2.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 3.6 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache 8 MB 2 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
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 320-15ABR (80XS)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (1 x 4 GB + 4 GB (soldered))
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD 2.5" SATA 6Gb/s
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics AMD Radeon R7
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC233 -
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Features Dual stream (2x2) -
BATTERY MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer 2-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 4.5 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features White LED backlight Multi-touch touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
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
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - 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 -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 320-15ABR (80XS)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Military-Grade, Cooler Boost 3 technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards - RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 457UK -
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