MSI Pulse 15vsLenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3

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MSI
MSI Pulse 15
Pulse 15

Quick Stats

The MSI Pulse 15 delivers impressive performance despite its budget-friendly price tag.
The MSI Pulse 15's build is a budget-friendly compromise prioritizing portability over luxurious materials overall.
The MSI Pulse 15's display offers sharp visuals and good color accuracy despite some brightness limitations outdoors.
The MSI Pulse 15 boasts a powerful Intel Core i7-13700H processor and RTX 460 GPU.
Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3
ThinkPad T15p Gen 3

Quick Stats

The Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 offers exceptional performance with a powerful Intel Core i7 processor.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 boasts excellent construction quality, making it a sturdy and well-built laptop overall.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 boasts a crisp and vibrant 15-inch display with added screen protection.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 boasts a powerful Intel Core i7 processor with overclocking capabilities.
Key Differences

No significant specification differences found between these devices.

Rank
MSI Pulse 15
#282
Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3
Winner
#278
Scores by Category
Rankings
Connectivity
MSI Pulse 15
#114
Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3
#105
Winner
Display
MSI Pulse 15
#751
Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3
#524
Winner
Performance
MSI Pulse 15
#64
Winner
Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3
#145
Build
MSI Pulse 15
#780
Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3
#720
Winner
Features
MSI Pulse 15
#599
Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3
#550
Winner

Note: Lower rank number indicates a better position in category.

Specifications Comparison
Specification
MSI MSI Pulse 15
Lenovo Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3
up to 96GB
up to 64GB
up to 8000GB SSD
up to 8000GB SSD
Intel Core i9-13900H
Intel Core i7-1280P
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 (Laptop, 140W)
NVIDIA T1200
1x 2280 PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 See photo
N/A

Note: Highlighted specifications show differences between the two devices.

Pros and Cons

MSI Pulse 15

Strengths

The MSR pulse 15 is a more entry level notebook from the gaming brand which aims to deliver Artic 4060 gaming without breaking the bank... it's not the aim of this notebook, it is meant to be a portable 1080p piece of hardware and it definitely succeeds
The 1080p model is definitely the budget option and for those who want a 360 HZ panel perhaps a more competitive gamer the MSR pulse 15b 13v comes in a simple brown box which includes the notebook and the 240 W power adapter
The display takes up a good amount of real estate on the top lid and the keyboard features a four Zone backlighting and also comes with a number pad... the WD keys are also translucent for that whole gaming feel
The MSR pulse 15 definitely comes with everything you need to play games while it won't play them at the highest possible settings and resolution... image quality was also great and the colors were vibrant
The performance benchmarks, I then played some games and ran some tests across a number of titles when it came to Thermal testing the MSR pulse 15 held up as well as you would expect

Weaknesses

No specific cons listed for this device

Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3

Strengths

The laptop was well-packed with heavy-duty foam, which is good.
The accessory box comes with a power cable that goes from the AC plug to the power block and a USB-C reversible port
The laptop has a spacious interior with a big pouch for accessories
The safety information and user manual are included in the package
The screen protector is great and easy to remove
The processor is a 12th generation Intel Core i7, which can be overclocked up to 4.80 GHz
Upgrading the memory and SSD drive is easy and straightforward

Weaknesses

There's very little accessory for the price, which could have been better
The power block is a bit basic with only one USB-C reversible port
The user manual is small and seems to be intended for the big pouch
The SIM card slot is protected by a plastic cover but not easily accessible
There's no LED indicator on the power connection port, which could be useful
The laptop comes with only 512 GB SSD drive, which might not be enough for some users
The HDMI and USB ports are located at the right side of the laptop, which might be a bit inconvenient
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MSI Pulse 15

The MSR Pulse 15 is an entry-level notebook from a gaming brand that aims to deliver smooth gaming experiences without breaking the bank. It skips on higher-end features to bring down the price tag, but still packs a punch with its 1080p 360Hz display and RTX 460 GPU. This budget-friendly option offers great performance for casual gamers who want a portable gaming experience without the need for extreme resolution or specs. Let's take a closer look at this notebook's features and performance.

Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3

The Lenovo ThinkPad T15p Gen 3 is a powerful laptop that promises to deliver impressive performance. This 15-inch device is equipped with an Intel Core i7 processor, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card, and up to 32GB of RAM. The laptop also features a fast NVMe SSD, USB-C ports, and an HDMI port, making it a great option for professionals and gamers alike. In this review, we'll take a closer look at the T15p Gen 3's features, performance, and overall value.

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