MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH). 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 P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful graphics performance

sleek, lightweight design

high-resolution display

fast processing speeds

ample storage capacity

premium price point

average battery life

limited port selection

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

heavier than competitors

modest display brightness

limited graphics power

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
78 % - Display
84 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm
Dimensions (WxDxH) / Weight Details 52.1 cm x 8 cm x 33.5 cm -
Weight 1.9 kg 1.67 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre hybrid (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Silver Thunder black
DISPLAY MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 Anti-glare
PROCESSOR MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H Intel Core i5 (13th Gen) 1335U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 10-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 32 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 5200 MHz
Rated Speed - 5200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost 2, ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology Input: Dolby Voice, 360° far-field
COMMUNICATIONS MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller - Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 52.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Interfaces LAN
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone output
Mini DisplayPort
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included MSI BurnRecovery, Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, NVIDIA GeForce Experience, MSI Creator Center Glance by Mirametrix
MISCELLANEOUS MSI P65 9SE (1211UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 2 (21HH)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Cooler Boost Trinity+ technology Administrator password, system password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, NVMe password, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication, FIDO (Fast Identity Online) authentication
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 6, TCG Certified, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 26, TCO Certified 9.0
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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