MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests
MSI WS75 9TK (693UK)
MSI WS75 9TK (693UK)

Our Rating: 85 %

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)

Our Rating: 85 %

Detailed comparison and review of MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful quadro graphics

slim, lightweight design

high-resolution 4k display

robust processing power

ample connectivity options

premium price point

average battery life

noisy under load

limited color accuracy

Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7) 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

advanced security features

heavyweight design

short battery life

high price point

limited color accuracy

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) and Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
85 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery
81 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 39.61 cm x 25.95 cm x 1.895 cm 36.4 cm x 26.6 cm x 3.023 cm
Weight 2.28 kg 2.95 kg
Case Material - Glass-fibre (bottom), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom), aluminium alloy (top)
Colour - Storm grey (top), thunder black (bottom)
DISPLAY MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Screen Size (Type) 17.3" 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness - 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB, 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features WideView, MSI Matrix Display, MSI True Color Technology 2.0 Anti-glare, 178° viewing angle, Low Blue Light technology, X-Rite Pantone factory color calibration, DC dimming, 83.4% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
CPU Intel Core i7 (9th Gen) 9750H / 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12850HX / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.5 GHz 4.8 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core 16-core
Cache - 25 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Chipset Mobile Intel HM370 Intel WM690
Features Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
RAM 32 GB (2 x 16 GB) 16 GB (1 x 16 GB)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB 128 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR5 SDRAM
Speed - 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 4800 MHz
Form Factor - SO-DIMM 262-pin
Slots Qty 2 4
Empty Slots 0 3
STORAGE MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 1 TB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Kioxia
AUDIO & VIDEO MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Multi-GPU Configuration - 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA Quadro RTX 3000 NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel UHD Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 4 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 6 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - Dynamic Boost 2.0
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 1080p
Camera Features - Privacy shutter, fixed focus
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, Dolby Voice
VR Ready Yes -
COMMUNICATIONS MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
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 -
BATTERY MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Technology 4-cell lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 82 Wh 94 Wh
AC ADAPTER MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Input - AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 230 Watt 170 Watt, 20 V
INPUT MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
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 WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Slots - 2 x M.2 (PCI Express 4.0 x4) (1 free)
Interfaces LAN
Microphone input
Headphone output
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
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)
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (SD Express Card)
SOFTWARE MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence
Software Included Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), MSI True Color 2.0, MSI Help Desk, MSI Creator Center -
MISCELLANEOUS MSI WS75 9TK (693UK) Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 1 (21D7)
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 - RoHS, TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light Certification, 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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