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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize portability and battery life and mainly use your laptop for general tasks, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13, being lighter and with longer battery life, is likely a better choice. Alternatively, if you require high performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, or gaming, the MSI Vector GP76, with a more powerful processor and graphics card, suits your needs, although it is heavier and has shorter battery life. The ThinkPad's higher resolution and aspect ratio provide a better experience for productivity, while the MSI's higher refresh rate caters to fast-paced gaming at the expense of higher power consumption. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13
- Excellent portability
- Very good battery life
- Very good speakers
- Excellent keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
- Very good for general use
- Very good for engineering and design
- Very good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.3
8.4
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
9.1/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is only fair.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is equipped with an AMD Radeon GPU and a 60Hz screen refresh rate, while the MSI Vector GP76 boasts a more powerful Nvidia RTX GPU and a significantly higher 360Hz screen refresh rate; this combination in the Vector GP76 provides a superior visual and gaming performance ideal for demanding games and 3D applications compared to the ThinkPad Z13. The ThinkPad's GPU and screen refresh rate are adequate for lighter gaming tasks, but may not provide the same level of detail and smoothness in visuals as the MSI Vector GP76.
Engineering and Design
7.3
8.7
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for engineering and design, while the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is built around an efficient AMD processor and integrated graphics, making it lighter and more portable, with higher screen resolution and quality, which is useful for detailed engineering work; however, the MSI Vector GP76 offers a more powerful Intel CPU and a high-end Nvidia GPU, significantly enhancing performance for engineering simulations and design software, but it's much heavier, which impacts portability. The ThinkPad Z13 excels in being a balanced option with good screen quality and battery life, suitable for on-the-go professionals, while the Vector GP76, despite its lower portability and screen resolution, provides the extra computational muscle needed for the most demanding engineering tasks, alongside more RAM for multitasking.
Screen Quality
7.0
7.9
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
379.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen than the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and software development.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 with its high resolution and bright display ensures crisp text and vivid images, making it suitable for general use and intricate engineering design work where clarity and color precision are key. However, its lower refresh rate can hinder the experience in fast-paced gaming or 3D modeling, where smoother motion is crucial. The MSI Vector GP76, while offering similar benefits for general and engineering tasks with a clear display capable of accurate color representation, falls short for 3D and gaming due to the same limitation in refresh rate.
Battery
10.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Excellent
Poor
13.3in
SIZE
17.3in
2.7 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.5in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has excellent portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,000
$1,760
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 has a price of $1,000 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.8
8.0
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
379.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
10.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for general use, while the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is good.
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13, with its lighter weight, excellent portability, and long battery life, is well-suited for on-the-go use and everyday tasks, while the MSI Vector GP76 offers more storage, a more powerful CPU, and better gaming capabilities, making it a robust choice for those who prioritize performance and are less concerned with portability and battery longevity.
Content Creation
7.8
8.0
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to be very good for content creation, while the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 is good.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.7
7.6
6.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
9.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and MSI Vector GP76 are both good for software development.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Build Quality
8.5
8.0
The Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and MSI Vector GP76 both have very good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 | MSI Vector GP76 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,000 | $1,760 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11.6'' x 7.9'' x 0.55'' | 15.6'' x 11.2'' x 1.02'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.78 lbs | 6.39 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 11.59" | 15.63" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 7.86" | 11.18" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 7 6850U | Intel i7-12700H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 1024 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 10 Hours | 4 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 51.5 Wh | 65 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 13.3" | 17.3" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1200 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 360Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 379 nits | 264 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 5.9/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | Yes | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 9.1/10 | 6.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 9/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | Yes | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 0 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 2 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Brian Westover | September 2022
"In the premium ultraportable space, the Lenovo ThinkPad Z13 competes with the best of the best, and still manages to shine. The design is an impressive departure from the bland bare-metal laptop that's become so popular in recent years, and the AMD-powered system has performance that's just as impressive. It's a stark alternative to the Intel-based majority, and it stands up well enough to the impressive Apple M2 processor."
MSI Vector GP76
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Marvin Gollor | May 2022
"The MSI Vector GP76 12UGS is a gaming laptop on speed. The advantages are clear: The Vector GP76 is a real gamer with its 360 Hz display and super-fast response times. In addition, the Core i7-12700H has double the power of the CPU in its predecessor and another highlight is the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti with a real power consumption of 150 watts. This places the device in the top range of our database. The Vector can also operate rather quietly, offers a full sound range, improved battery runtimes, a key-configurable RGB keyboard, a very stable chassis and good upgrade options. Moreover, the display produces a nice, rich and clear picture."
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About Lenovo
Lenovo is a Chinese technology company, and one of the largest personal computer vendor. They are well known for a variety of technology products, including laptops. Their consumer series include their entry level IdeaPad and LOQ series and mid-to-high-end Yoga and Legion series. On the business-oriented side, their series include their entry-level ThinkBook series and mid-to-high-end ThinkPad series. Lenovo laptops offer strong performance for reasonable prices, and are often on sale.
About MSI
MSI, also known as Micro-Star International, is a Taiwanese technology corporation. MSI is known for their wide range of gaming devices. Their series include the entry-level Cyborg/Thin and Sword/Katana series, the mid-range Bravo/Delta and Crosshair/Pulse series, and their high-end Vector, Raider, Stealth, and Titan GT series. At every performance level, MSI offers a variety of devices with varying balances between performance, battery life, weight, and price, making them a solid option to consider at every price point.
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