MSI Modern 15 (B12M) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Modern 15 (B12M) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF). 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 (B12M) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 15 (B12M) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

solid build quality

decent battery life

good connectivity options

average display quality

moderate storage capacity

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

long-lasting battery

lightweight design

5g connectivity

comfortable keyboard

efficient cooling system

limited storage capacity

no thunderbolt support

average display quality

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 15 (B12M) and Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
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85 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 15 (B12M) vs. Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 32.17 cm x 20.7 cm x 1.49 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.2 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, polycarbonate, ABS plastic
Colour Classic black Light silver
DISPLAY MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 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
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Thin bezel design, IPS-level Anti-glare
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U Qualcomm Snapdragon 8cx Kryo 495
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 2.84 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 8-core
Cache 12 MB -
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 1866 MHz
Rated Speed - 1866 MHz
STORAGE MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Qualcomm Adreno 680
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Qualcomm WCD9341
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 5G
Controller - Foxconn T99W175 - M.2 Card
BATTERY MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Technology 3-cell Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 39 Wh 51 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 20 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 45 Watt
INPUT MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight, 1.5mm travel distance Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Slots - 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home (on ARM) - English
Software Included MSI Center Pro Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo IdeaPad 5G 14Q8X05 (82KF)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Integrated Options - Proximity sensor
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ultra-slim Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
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 026UK -
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