MSI Creator Z16P
MSI Creator Z16P
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GENERAL USE: Good—7.8/10
GAMING/AI: Good—7.6/10
ENG/DESIGN: Very Good—8.3/10
SOFTWARE DEV: Good—7.6/10
CONTENT CREATION: Good—7.9/10
PORTABILITY: Good—7.2/10
BATTERY: Fair—6.5/10
OVERALL SCREEN QUALITY: Very Good—8.2/10
OVERALL PERFORMANCE: Very Good—8.4/10
SIZE: 16"
The MSI Creator Z16P is an upper midrange laptop with a large 16-inch touchscreen display and a high resolution, which, along with its color accuracy, makes it ideal for creative professionals working with visual content. Equipped with an Intel i9 processor and Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics, it is highly capable for 3D rendering, machine learning tasks, and engineering software. Its build and keyboard quality are very good; it also features a backlit keyboard and a fingerprint reader for added security. However, battery life is limited, and at over 5 pounds, it's less portable than lighter laptops. Heat management could be a concern, as it's rated poorly. The laptop is suitable for intensive gaming, suggesting it has ample power and a high refresh rate screen. Multiple USB-C ports including Thunderbolt 4, enhance connectivity, though fan noise may be noticeable. The tradeoff comes in portability and battery life, but for stationary, power-intensive work, it is well-equipped. Give Feedback
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Evaluation
Pros
- High-resolution touchscreen
- Premium build quality
- Very good heat management
- Potent Intel i9 processor
- Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU
Cons
- Heavy at 5.27 pounds
- Thickness affects portability
- Fan noise noticeable
- Short battery life
Ratings by Category
Engineering & Design:4.5
The MSI Creator Z16P is highly suited for engineering and design due to its powerful Intel i9 processor and Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU, which excel at demanding tasks such as 3D rendering and simulations. Additionally, its high-resolution display supports a wide range of colors, beneficial for accurate visual work, although its moderate battery life and heavier weight affect portability and the high-quality keyboard, along with less optimal speaker quality and operating noise, need to be considered for work environments.
General Use Screen Quality:4.5
The general use screen score is based on the screen technology, contrast ratio, resolution, brightness, color gamut and color accuracy. This score does not take into account specialized display features for specific use cases, such as high refresh rate for gaming.
Content Creation:4.4
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, and video editing work.
In addition to a strong emphasis on overall performance, this score also places very high importance on screen quality. Heat management, storage, keyboard and speaker quality are also incorporated, with fan noise rounding out this score.
Build Quality:4.4
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, chassis rigidity, and overall reliability. Our assessment of build quality includes many details that are difficult to quantify. Our laptop experts use their best judgment to produce the final score.
Keyboard Quality:4.4
The Keyboard Quality score is based on the PerfectRec experts’ assessment of tactile feedback, typing comfort, keyboard reliability and typing noise.
General Use:4.3
The MSI Creator Z16P is favored for general use due to its powerful Intel i9 processor and ample 16GB of RAM, offering swift performance for a variety of tasks, coupled with a high-quality IPS screen providing good color accuracy and viewing angles. However, its moderate portability owing to a weight of over 5 pounds, combined with a battery life that may necessitate frequent charging, could affect usage on the go.
Software Development:4.3
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software development.
In addition to a strong emphasis on overall performance, this score also places very high importance on screen quality. Heat management, storage, keyboard and speaker quality are also incorporated, with fan noise rounding out this score.
Operating Noise:4.3
PerfectRec’s Operating Noise Score is based on fan noise measurements. Laptops with a fanless design, such as Macbooks, receive the maximum score.
Gaming & AI:4.2
The MSI Creator Z16P is well-suited for gaming and 3D applications due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti graphics card, which ensures smooth rendering and high frame rates. Additionally, the screen's high refresh rate of 165Hz provides a fluid and responsive visual experience, which is critical for fast-paced games and 3D interactions.
Portability:4.1
PerfectRec’s portability rating takes into account the volume and thickness of the laptop as well as its weight.
Battery Life:3.5
PerfectRec’s Battery Life rating is based on hours of battery life in typical usage scenarios.
Full Specs
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Price | $1,699 | ||
Release Date | June 1, 2023 | ||
Overall Dimensions | 14.1'' x 10.2'' x 0.75'' | ||
Weight | 5.27 lbs | ||
Width | 14.13" | ||
Depth | 10.18" | ||
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | Intel i9-12900H | ||
RAM | 16 GB | ||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | ||
RAM Slots | 2 | ||
Storage | 1024 GB | ||
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | 5 Hours | ||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | ||
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | 16" | ||
Display Technology | IPS | ||
Resolution | 2560 x 1600 | ||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | ||
Display Brightness | 394 nits | ||
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score  | 8/10 | ||
Portability Score | 7.2/10 | ||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | ||
Premium Business Laptop | No | ||
Fan Noise Score | 7.8/10 | ||
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | ||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.8/10 | ||
Webcam | 1080p | ||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | ||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | ||
Number Pad | Yes | ||
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | 1 | ||
USB-C ports | 2 | ||
USB-C Charging | Yes | ||
Display Outputs | 2 | ||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | ||
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Mario Petzold | June 2022
"There's almost nothing left to be desired with the MSI Z16P. The creator laptop offers enormous performance resources for image editing, video editing, rendering, and more. All this is presented on a precalibrated, adequately sized, and high-resolution display. Its color space, refresh rate, and panel technology are also perfectly suited for a device that specializes in video reproduction and editing."
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