MSI Modern 15 (B12M) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI Modern 15 (B12M) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV). 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 Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

high-resolution display

powerful processor performance

lightweight design

fast charging support

good thermal management

average battery life

limited port selection

no dedicated GPU

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI Modern 15 (B12M) and Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
76 % - Battery
85 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI Modern 15 (B12M) vs. Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Product Type Notebook - 180-degree hinge design Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.9 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm 31.24 cm x 22.14 cm x 1.46 cm
Weight 1.7 kg 1.32 kg
Case Material - Aluminium (top), aluminium (bottom)
Colour Classic black Storm grey
DISPLAY MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 2240 x 1400 (2.2K)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Thin bezel design, IPS-level Anti-glare, Low Blue Light technology, 170° viewing angle, Eyesafe technology, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1260P / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores 10-core 12-core
Cache 12 MB 18 MB
Platform Technology - Intel Evo
Features Intel Smart Cache Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed - 4800 MHz
STORAGE MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus, ToF sensor
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio
Audio Features - Noise-cancellation technology
COMMUNICATIONS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - M.2 Card
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Technology 3-cell Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 39 Wh 61 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 14.33 hours
Battery Run Time - Local video (1080p) playback time (150 nits): up to 14.33 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output - 65 Watt
INPUT MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight, 1.5mm travel distance Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad, precision touchpad, glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (Power Delivery)
HDMI
2 x USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a) (Power Delivery 3.0)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Operating System (OS) Windows 11 Home Windows 11 Home - English
Software Included MSI Center Pro Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS MSI Modern 15 (B12M) Lenovo Yoga Slim 7 Pro 14IAP7 (82SV)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C slim wall mount power adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor
Security - Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features MIL-STD-810G tested, ultra-slim Administrator password, hard drive password, Rapid Charge Express, self-healing BIOS, Lenovo Voice Assistant (LVA)
Compliant Standards - RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TUV Rheinland Eyesafe Display, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light (Hardware Solution)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Base warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Extended warranty - 2 years - on-site
Model Number 026UK -
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