MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA). 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 P15v Gen 2 (21AA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

high-resolution display

ample connectivity options

good thermal management

heavier than competitors

average battery life

premium price point

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
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Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 38.3 cm x 26 cm x 2.75 cm 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.27 cm
Weight 2.29 kg 2.07 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 15.6" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 94% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Anti-glare, WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H Intel Core i9 (11th Gen) 11950H / 2.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 8-core
Cache - 24 MB
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel WM590
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
RAM 8 GB 64 GB (2 x 32 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots - 0
STORAGE MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB HDD SATA / 7200 rpm 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P1000 NVIDIA RTX A2000 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, fixed focus
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
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
Technology 6-cell Lithium Ion 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 51 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 9.5 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 135 Watt 135 Watt, 20 V
INPUT MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
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 WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
Slots - 2 x M.2 Card (1 free)
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 3.2 Gen 1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI WE63 8SI (645UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
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 P15v Gen 2 (21AA)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete 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-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards - RoHS, TCG Certified
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years -
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