MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9). 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 WS65 8SK (480UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

lightweight and portable

impressive 4k display

robust build quality

fast processing speeds

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor options

excellent keyboard feel

good thermal management

reliable security features

heavy chassis

average battery life

limited color accuracy

expensive base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
90 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
82 % - Design
75 % - Display
88 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.7 cm x 24.7 cm x 1.79 cm 36.65 cm x 25 cm x 2.27 cm
Weight 1.88 kg 2.226 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
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)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:9
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, DC dimming
PROCESSOR MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
CPU Intel Core i7 (8th Gen) 8750H Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12800H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 14-core
Cache - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro P3200 NVIDIA T600 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 2 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR5 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, 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 Premium, Dolby Voice
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.2, 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
WWAN
Generation - 4G
Technology - LTE
Controller - FIBOCOM L860-GL - M.2 Card
BATTERY MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 68 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 180 Watt 135 Watt, 20 V
INPUT MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Anti-ghosting, white LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free)
Interfaces LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
3 x USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
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)
SOFTWARE MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro
Software Included MSI BurnRecovery, MSI Battery Calibration, Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Dragon Gaming Center 2.0 -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI WS65 8SK (480UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15v Gen 3 (21D9)
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Security Fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type - Kensington security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Cooler Boost Trinity technology Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password
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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