MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)
MSI Modern 15 (A11ML)

Our Rating: 75 %

Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)

Our Rating: 72 %

Side by side comparison and review of MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5). 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 330S-15IKB (81F5) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

sleek design

lightweight build

decent processor speed

full hd display

average battery life

limited storage capacity

no backlit keyboard

mediocre sound quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) and Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
74 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.69 cm 35.84 cm x 24.41 cm x 1.94 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.87 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), polycarbonate ABS (bottom)
Colour Carbon grey Platinum grey | Midnight blue
DISPLAY MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness - 220 cd/m²
Features Thin bezel design, MSI True Color Technology 3.0 Anti-glare
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7020U / 2.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz -
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 8 MB 3 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 330S-15IKB (81F5)
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 - 2133 MHz
Rated Speed - 2133 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 330S-15IKB (81F5)
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 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel HD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel
Camera Features - 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 Premium
Audio Features Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
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
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Technology 3-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 52 Wh 30 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT MSI Modern 15 (A11ML) Lenovo IdeaPad 330S-15IKB (81F5)
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 330S-15IKB (81F5)
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 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI 1.4b
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 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 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 330S-15IKB (81F5)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington mini 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, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards - RoHS
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number 457UK -
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