MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight and portable

strong battery life

quiet cooling system

attractive slim design

good display quality

limited gaming performance

no thunderbolt support

average speaker quality

modest storage capacity

Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

good battery life

reliable performance

affordable price

average display quality

limited graphics power

no thunderbolt support

heavier design

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) and Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
81 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.68 cm x 23.37 cm x 1.59 cm 32.5 cm x 23.2 cm x 1.79 cm
Weight 1.6 kg 1.73 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Blue Black
DISPLAY MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
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 - 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC -
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8565U Intel Core i3 (10th Gen) 10110U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 4 GB (1 x 4 GB)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - SK Hynix
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Intel UHD Graphics
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM -
Video System Features Max-Q design -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - ThinkShutter camera privacy
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Conexant CX11880
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Advanced Audio
Audio Features MSI Audio Boost, Nahimic 3 sound technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller - Intel Wireless-AC 9560 - M.2 Card
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Realtek R8111GUS
BATTERY MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 45 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 12.8 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 90 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features White LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
Interfaces USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode)
USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Power Delivery 3.0, Quick Charge 3.0)
HDMI
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Home Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
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 -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI PS63 8RC (064UK Modern) Lenovo ThinkPad E14 (20RB)
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Cooler Boost 3 technology, MSI SHIFT Technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value - 0.469 W/kg (body), 0.469 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Silver
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 2 years -
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