MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW). 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 P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful core i9 processor

ultra-thin sleek design

vivid 4k display

ample storage capacity

robust build quality

high price point

moderate battery life

heavy for portability

limited color options

Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

heavy design

average display brightness

limited graphics power

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) and Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
78 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.61 cm x 25.95 cm x 1.895 cm 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.05 cm
Weight 2.25 kg 1.65 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Silver Thunder black
DISPLAY MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight 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 Anti-glare, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 10-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 48 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
Total Capacity 1.024 TB -
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 2 x 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - SK Hynix
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 8 GB GDDR6 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features Windows Hello Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, hybrid FHD/IR camera
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio, Dolby Voice
Audio Features ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology, Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
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 Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 4-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 52.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
Interfaces 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone output
LAN
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
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), 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 -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI P75 9SF (816UK Creator) Lenovo ThinkPad T16 Gen 1 (21BW)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint 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, USB FIDO (Fast Identity Online) device integration, Firmware Resiliency 3.0, certificate based BIOS authentication
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3, TCG Certified
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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