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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 (Core i5-13420H) vs MSI Modern 15 F1MG (Core 7 150U)

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Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

  • 1,620 g.
  • 15.6 inch screen.
  • Intel Core i5-13420H processor.
  • Storage: M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD; one slot.
  • 16 GB RAM in this version.
KSh 75,000Out of Stock
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MSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

MSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD

  • 1,700 g.
  • 15.6 inch screen.
  • Intel Core 7 150U processor.
  • Storage: PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD; one M.2 slot.
  • 16 GB RAM in this version.
KSh 80,000In Stock
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HP Envy x360 14-es0013dx, Core i5-1335U, 8GB RAM, 1TB SSDKSh 80,000
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i7-13620H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDKSh 85,000
HP ProBook 450 G10, Core i7-1355U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSDKSh 88,000
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 7, Core Ultra 5 125U, 8GB/16GB RAM, 256GB/512GB/1TB SSDKSh 90,000
Lenovo ThinkPad E14 G7, Core Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSDKSh 120,000
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSDKSh 93,000
Lenovo IdeaPad 5 x360, Core Ultra 5 225U, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSDKSh 88,000
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 if you want a slimmer 17.9 mm body. Choose the MSI Modern 15 F1MG if you want Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E and more CPU cores (10).

Weight

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
1.62 kg
MSI Modern 15 F1MG
1.7 kg

Performance

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
Intel Core i5-13420H processor
MSI Modern 15 F1MG
Intel Core 7 150U processor

Storage

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD; one slot
MSI Modern 15 F1MG
PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD; one M.2 slot

Stored energy

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
47 Wh of stored energy
MSI Modern 15 F1MG
46.8 Wh of stored energy

Connections

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3
Wi-Fi 6 support
MSI Modern 15 F1MG
Wi-Fi 6E support

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3

  • Slimmer: 17.9 mm thick (vs 19.9 mm).
  • Numeric keypad.

MSI Modern 15 F1MG

  • Gigabit Ethernet.
  • Newer Wi-Fi 6E (vs Wi-Fi 6).
  • More CPU cores: 10 (vs 8).
  • Higher boost clock: up to 5.4 GHz (vs 4.6 GHz).
  • Wired Ethernet port.

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PriorityLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3MSI Modern 15 F1MG
PerformanceIntel Core i5-13420H processor, Intel UHD graphicsIntel Core 7 150U processor, Intel graphics
Display15.6-inch LCD display15.6-inch LCD display
Battery lifeUp to 8 hours per charge3-cell 46.8 Wh
WeightAbout 1.62 kg1.7 kg
ConnectionsWi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3
ChargingRapid Charge Boost: up to 2 hours runtime from a 15-minute charge65 W wired charging

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
BrandLenovoMSI
ModelIdeaPad Slim 3 15IRH8Modern 15 F1MG
Form FactorClamshellClamshell

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Dimensions359.3 × 235 × 17.9 mm358.9 × 235.9 × 19.9 mm
WeightStarting at 1.62 kg1.7 kg
Build MaterialsPC-ABS lid and base—

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Display Size15.6 inches15.6 inches
Display TypeTN 250-nit or IPS 300-nit platform panelsIPS-level
Resolution1920 × 10801920 × 1080
BrightnessTN panel: 250 nits; IPS panel: 300 nits—
TouchscreenNo—
Display FeaturesAnti-glare; 16:9; 45% NTSC—

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
ProcessorIntel Core i5-13420HIntel Core 7 150U
CPU8 cores (4 performance + 4 efficiency), 12 threads, up to 4.6GHz10 cores (2 performance + 8 efficiency), 12 threads; up to 5.4 GHz; 12 MB Smart Cache
GPUIntel UHD GraphicsIntel Graphics
Graphics MemoryShared system memoryShared system memory
RAM TypeLPDDR5-4800 soldered; dual channel; no memory slotsDDR4-3200; two SO-DIMM slots; up to 64 GB supported
Storage TypeM.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD; one slotPCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD; one M.2 slot

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
RAM16GB16 GB
Storage512GB512 GB

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Battery47 Wh rechargeable lithium-ion3-cell 46.8 Wh
Battery LifeLenovo tests: up to 8 hours MobileMark 2018 at 200 nits or 12 hours local 1080p video at 150 nits—
ChargingRapid Charge Boost: up to 2 hours runtime from a 15-minute charge65 W adapter; USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 supported
Power Adapter65 W round-tip AC adapter, 3-pin65 W

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Operating System—Windows 11 Home on documented 16 GB / 512 GB configuration; regional options vary

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2 with Wi-Fi 6 wireless module5.3
EthernetNo onboard EthernetGigabit Ethernet

Camera & Audio

Camera & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Webcam720p HD or 1080p FHD camera; privacy shutter; fixed focus720p at 30 fps
Speakers2 × 1.5 W user-facing stereo speakers2 × 2 W speakers
MicrophonesDual-microphone arrayMicrophone array
Audio FeaturesDolby Audio; high-definition audioHi-Res Audio ready

Keyboard & Input

Keyboard & Input specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Keyboard6-row keyboard with multimedia Fn keys and numeric keypadWhite-backlit keyboard with Copilot key
Keyboard BacklightBacklit and non-backlit platform configurationsYes; white
TrackpadMylar Precision Touchpad, 104 × 69 mm—
Fingerprint ReaderOptional fingerprint reader integrated in power button—
Stylus SupportNo—

Ports

Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
USB-A2 × USB-A 5 Gbps3 × USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
USB-C1 × USB-C 5 Gbps with Power Delivery and DisplayPort 1.21 × USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C; DisplayPort; PD 3.0
Thunderbolt / USB4No Thunderbolt or USB4; USB-C 5 GbpsNo Thunderbolt or USB4; USB-C 10 Gbps
HDMIHDMI 1.4HDMI; up to 4K at 30 Hz
DisplayPortDisplayPort 1.2 over USB-CDisplayPort over USB-C
Memory Card ReaderSD card readermicroSD
3.5mm Audio Jack3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo3.5 mm microphone/headphone combo jack
Other PortsRound-tip power connectorKensington security lock slot

Additional Features

Additional Features specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
SecurityFirmware TPM 2.0; camera privacy shutter; BIOS administrator and drive passwordsFirmware TPM 2.0; webcam shutter; Kensington lock
Special FeaturesMIL-STD-810H tested; TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light software certificationCopilot key; up to 64 GB RAM and 4 TB storage supported

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3, Core i5-13420H, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD
LaptopLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15IRH8MSI Modern 15 F1MG

Similarities

  • Both have 16 GB RAM.
  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both offer 512 GB of storage.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.
  • Both use M.2 (storage type).

In summary

Choose MSI Modern 15 F1MG for Intel graphics and Gigabit Ethernet; Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 offers Intel UHD graphics and a slimmer build.

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