MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)
MSI WE63 8SI (645UK)

Our Rating: 78 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)

Our Rating: 85 %

In depth comparison and review of MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU). 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 WE63 8SI (645UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust professional design

powerful quad-core processor

high-quality full HD display

solid graphics performance

ample connectivity options

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited upgradeability

premium price tag

Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

excellent keyboard comfort

good thermal management

heavyweight design

short battery life

limited storage capacity

expensive price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
74 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
85 % - Design
83 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.3 cm x 26 cm x 2.75 cm 36.18 cm x 24.57 cm x 1.84 cm
Weight 2.29 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Black Black weave
DISPLAY MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 500 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 94% NTSC 100% Adobe RGB
Features Anti-glare, WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology HDR (high dynamic range), 170° viewing angle, Dolby Vision
PROCESSOR MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9850H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.6 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 6-core
Cache - 12 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Mobile Intel CM246
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
RAM 8 GB 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2666 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 1
STORAGE MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Samsung
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P1000 NVIDIA Quadro T1000 / Intel UHD Graphics 630
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, 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 Audio Premium, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 - M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 4-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 80 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 13.8 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Input - AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 135 Watt, 20 V
INPUT MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Interfaces LAN
HDMI
Microphone input
Headphone/SPDIF combo jack
Mini DisplayPort
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN (on supplied cable)
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS-II Card)
SOFTWARE MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included MSI BurnRecovery, MSI Battery Calibration, MSI System Control Manager, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0 -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P1 (2nd Gen) (20QU)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter, ThinkPad Ethernet Extension cable
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features MSI SHIFT Technology, Cooler Boost 5 technology Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Compliant Standards - RoHS
SAR Value - 0.546 W/kg (body), 0.546 W/kg (limb)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years -
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