MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)
MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK)

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)

Our Rating: 85 %

Side by side comparison and review of MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ). 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 9TK (1057UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful workstation performance

vibrant 4k display

lightweight, portable design

robust build quality

efficient cooling system

expensive price point

average battery life

limited upgradeability

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

powerful processor performance

excellent keyboard feel

high-resolution display

advanced security features

heavier than competitors

expensive price point

moderate battery life

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
86 % - Design
84 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
85 % - Display
84 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm 37.54 cm x 25.23 cm x 3.145 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.87 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide
Colour - Black
DISPLAY MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
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 100% sRGB
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Colour Technology, narrow-bezel design Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle
PROCESSOR MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 11500H / 2.9 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 Intel WM590
Platform Technology - Intel vPro Platform
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (2 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 128 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 SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots 0 2
STORAGE MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 NVIDIA T1200 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter
Frame Rate 30 frames per second -
Sound Stereo speakers, microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3306
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
Audio Features ESS SABRE HiFi audio DAC technology -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
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 6E AX 210
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I225-LM
Compliant Standards - DASH
Features - Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 94 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 11.5 hours
AC ADAPTER MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
Input - AC 120-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features White LED backlight Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
Slots - 3 x M.2 Card (2 free)
Interfaces LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
Mini DisplayPort
HDMI
USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Card)
SOFTWARE MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
Software Included Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Creator Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI WS65 9TK (1057UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P15 Gen 2 (20YQ)
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, 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, Intel Active Management Technology (iAMT), MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS
Compliant Standards MIL-STD 810G RoHS, TCG Certified
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 3 years - on-site
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