MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC). 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 (1202UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

slim, lightweight design

high-resolution display

robust build quality

good battery life

high price point

limited port selection

noisy under load

average webcam quality

Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC) 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

heavier than competitors

average battery life

limited color accuracy

costly base model

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
82 % - Design
83 % - Display
85 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
86 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.77 cm x 24.77 cm x 1.79 cm 36.5 cm x 26.2 cm x 2.466 cm
Weight 1.9 kg 2.2 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (top)
Colour - Thunder black
DISPLAY MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 3840 x 2160 (Ultra HD 4K) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 45% NTSC
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0, narrow-bezel design Anti-glare, DC dimming, 83.9% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
CPU Intel Core i9 (9th Gen) 9880H Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 13700H / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 5 GHz
Number of Cores 8-core 14-core
Cache - 24 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 96 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2666 MHz 5600 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 5600 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 0 1
STORAGE MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
RAID Level - RAID 0, RAID 1
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA TXAA, Direct X 12 Ultimate, Vulkan Support, NVIDIA FXAA
Camera Yes - 720p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection, hybrid IR camera
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
Audio Features - Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.1, 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 -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 90 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 170 Watt
INPUT MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
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 (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 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
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (8K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader - Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Creator Center NVIDIA RTX Desktop Manager
MISCELLANEOUS MSI WS65 9TK (1202UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16v Gen 1 (21FC)
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 nano 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 MIL-STD 810G RoHS, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
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 - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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