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MSI Modern 15 F1MG (Core 7 150U) vs Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 (Core 5 210H)

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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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Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD

  • 1,360 g.
  • Screen: 1920 × 1200 (WUXGA).
  • 60 Hz display refresh rate.
  • Intel Core 5 210H processor.
  • Storage: M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD.
KSh 93,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the MSI Modern 15 F1MG if you want more memory (16 GB RAM), a larger 15.6-inch screen and more CPU cores (10). Choose the Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 if you want 1 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4, a lighter build (about 1.36 kg) and a slimmer 16.9 mm body.

Weight

MSI Modern 15 F1MG
1.7 kg
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9
1.36 kg

Display

MSI Modern 15 F1MG
1920 × 1080
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9
1920 × 1200 (WUXGA)

Performance

MSI Modern 15 F1MG
Intel Core 7 150U processor
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9
Intel Core 5 210H processor

Storage

MSI Modern 15 F1MG
PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD; one M.2 slot
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9
M.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD

Memory

MSI Modern 15 F1MG
16 GB RAM in this version
Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9
8 GB RAM in this version

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

MSI Modern 15 F1MG

  • More memory: 16 GB RAM (vs 8 GB).
  • Larger 15.6-inch screen (vs 14-inch).
  • More CPU cores: 10 (vs 8).
  • Higher boost clock: up to 5.4 GHz (vs 4.8 GHz).
  • Lower price: KSh 80,000 (vs KSh 93,000).

Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9

  • 1 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4.
  • Lighter: about 1.36 kg (vs 1.7 kg).
  • Slimmer: 16.9 mm thick (vs 19.9 mm).

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PriorityMSI Modern 15 F1MGLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9
PerformanceIntel Core 7 150U processor, Intel graphicsIntel Core 5 210H processor, Integrated Intel graphics
Memory16 GB RAM8 GB RAM
Display15.6-inch LCD display14-inch LCD display, 60 Hz
Battery life3-cell 46.8 Wh48 Wh
Weight1.7 kgAbout 1.36 kg
Charging65 W wired chargingRapid Charge supported

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
BrandMSILenovo
ModelModern 15 F1MGThinkBook 14 Gen 9 IRL
Form FactorClamshellClamshell laptop
Announced—2025
Color—Arctic Grey

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Dimensions358.9 × 235.9 × 19.9 mm313.5 × 224 × 16.9 mm
Weight1.7 kgStarting at 1.36 kg
Build Materials—Aluminium top and bottom

Display

Display specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Display Size15.6 inches14-inch
Display TypeIPS-levelIPS anti-glare
Resolution1920 × 10801920 × 1200 (WUXGA)
Refresh Rate—60 Hz
Brightness—400 nits
Touchscreen—No
Display Features—16:10, 100% sRGB, TÜV Low Blue Light

Performance

Performance specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
ProcessorIntel Core 7 150UIntel Core 5 210H
CPU10 cores (2 performance + 8 efficiency), 12 threads; up to 5.4 GHz; 12 MB Smart Cache8 cores (4 performance + 4 efficiency), 12 threads; up to 4.8 GHz; 12 MB cache
GPUIntel GraphicsIntegrated Intel Graphics
Graphics MemoryShared system memoryShared system memory
RAM TypeDDR4-3200; two SO-DIMM slots; up to 64 GB supportedDDR5-5600 SO-DIMM
Storage TypePCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD; one M.2 slotM.2 2242 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD

Memory & Storage

Memory & Storage specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
RAM16 GB8 GB
Storage512 GB512 GB

Battery & Charging

Battery & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Battery3-cell 46.8 Wh48 Wh
Charging65 W adapter; USB-C Power Delivery 3.0 supportedRapid Charge supported
Power Adapter65 W65 W USB-C AC adapter
Battery Life—Varies by workload and configuration

Software

Software specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home on documented 16 GB / 512 GB configuration; regional options varyWindows 11

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 6E (802.11ax 2×2)
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 5.3
EthernetGigabit EthernetGigabit Ethernet (RJ-45)

Camera & Audio

Camera & Audio specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
Webcam720p at 30 fpsFHD 1080p webcam with privacy shutter
Speakers2 × 2 W speakers2 × 2 W stereo speakers
MicrophonesMicrophone arrayDual-array microphones
Audio FeaturesHi-Res Audio readyDolby Audio

Keyboard & Input

Keyboard & Input specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
KeyboardWhite-backlit keyboard with Copilot key6-row keyboard
Keyboard BacklightYes; whiteBacklit keyboard
Trackpad—Precision multi-touch touchpad
Fingerprint Reader—Fingerprint reader integrated with power button

Ports

Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
USB-A3 × USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A2 × USB-A 5 Gbps
USB-C1 × USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C; DisplayPort; PD 3.01 × USB-C 10 Gbps plus 1 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4
Thunderbolt / USB4No Thunderbolt or USB4; USB-C 10 Gbps1 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4
HDMIHDMI; up to 4K at 30 HzHDMI 2.1
DisplayPortDisplayPort over USB-CDisplayPort via USB-C / Thunderbolt
Memory Card ReadermicroSDSD card reader
3.5mm Audio Jack3.5 mm microphone/headphone combo jack3.5 mm headphone/microphone combo jack
Other PortsKensington security lock slotRJ-45 Ethernet; Kensington Nano security slot

Additional Features

Additional Features specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
SecurityFirmware TPM 2.0; webcam shutter; Kensington lockFirmware TPM 2.0; fingerprint reader; webcam privacy shutter
Special FeaturesCopilot key; up to 64 GB RAM and 4 TB storage supportedDual SSD support
Cooling—Active fan cooling

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationMSI Modern 15 F1MG, Core 7 150U, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSDLenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9, Core 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD
LaptopMSI Modern 15 F1MGLenovo Thinkbook 14 Gen 9 – Ultra 5 210H, 8GB RAM, 512GB SSD

Similarities

  • Both support Wi-Fi 6E.
  • Both have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
  • Both have LCD displays.
  • Both offer 512 GB of storage.
  • Both have built-in microphones for calls.
  • Both connect over Bluetooth.

In summary

Choose MSI Modern 15 F1MG for more memory and Intel graphics; Lenovo ThinkBook 14 Gen 9 offers a lighter build and 1 × Thunderbolt 4 / USB4.

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