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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Thinkpad E470 and GS73VR 6RF Stealth Pro within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Thinkpad E470 | GS73VR 6RF Stealth Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Lenovo | MSI |
| Product Family | ThinkPad | Stealth |
| Model | Thinkpad E470 | GS73VR 6RF Stealth Pro |
| Model Number | — | GS73VR 6RF |
| Launch Year | 2017 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Mainstream | Gaming |
| Operating System | Windows 10 | Windows 10 |
| Operating System Architecture | 64-bit | 64-bit |
| Processor | ||
| Processor Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Processor Family | Intel Core i7 | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Model | Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz | Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz |
| Processor Generation | 7th Gen | 6th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 2 cores | 4 cores |
| Efficiency Cores | 0 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 4 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 4 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 15 W | 45 W |
| CPU Manageability Technology | Not Intel vPro eligible | — |
| AI / NPU | ||
| Platform AI Performance | — | 0 TOPS |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | Nvidia GeForce 940MX | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 |
| GPU Architecture | Maxwell | Pascal |
| VRAM Capacity | — | 6 GB |
| VRAM Type | — | GDDR5 |
| Maximum External Displays | 2 displays | 3 displays |
| Maximum External Resolution | 1920 x 1080 @ 60Hz | 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Speed | 2133 MT/s | 2133 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | — | 2 slots |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual-channel |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 512 GB |
| Storage Interface | SATA 6Gb/s | PCIe NVMe; SATA |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 x4 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | 2.5-inch | M.2 2280; 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 0 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | Yes | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | No |
| Card Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD; SDHC; SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | UHS-I / SD-family | SDXC |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 14 inch | 17.3 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | 4K |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz |
| Display Brightness | 250 nits | — |
| Contrast Ratio | 400:1 | — |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Viewing Angle | 160 horizontal / 160 vertical degree | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | — | 720p HD |
| Webcam Frame Rate | — | 30 fps |
| Camera Features | Fixed focus | Fixed-focus RGB webcam |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | Stereo speakers | 4x 2W speakers + 1x 3W woofer |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 2 W | — |
| Audio Technology | HD Audio, Dolby Audio Premium | Nahimic; ESS SABRE HiFi |
| Microphone Configuration | Dual-array | Integrated microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | Spill-resistant | Full-size keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | — | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB | — | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | 0 zones | Multi-zone RGB |
| Numeric Keypad | — | Yes |
| Spill-Resistant Keyboard | Yes | — |
| Touchpad Type | Buttonless multi-touch clickpad | Multi-touch touchpad |
| Touchpad Material | Mylar surface | — |
| Pointing Stick | Yes | — |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ac | IEEE 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz | 2.4 GHz; 5 GHz |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 2x2 |
| Wi-Fi Module | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 / 3165 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | — | Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 GbE | Gigabit Ethernet |
| WWAN | No | — |
| Cellular Standard | — | — |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 3 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | USB 5Gbps, USB 2.0 | USB 3.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | — | USB 3.1 Type-C |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| Thunderbolt Version | — | Thunderbolt 3 |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 1.4b | HDMI 2.0 |
| DisplayPort Output | — | Mini DisplayPort 1.2 |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 2 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | — |
| Smart Card Reader | No | — |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | M.2 storage, WLAN and optional WWAN slots | — |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 45 Wh | 65 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 3 cells | 3 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Lithium-polymer |
| Battery Life | 8.4 hours | — |
| Power Adapter | — | 180 W |
| Power Connector | Lenovo slim-tip | Barrel connector |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 339 mm | 411.8 mm |
| Depth | 242 mm | 284.9 mm |
| Thickness | 23.7 mm | 19.6 mm |
| Weight | 1.87 kg | 2.43 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | Aluminum; Plastic |
| Lid Material | Polycarbonate / ABS | — |
| Base Material | Polycarbonate / ABS | — |
| Hinge Opening Angle | 180 degree | 180 degree |
| IP Rating | No rated ingress protection | Not rated |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | TPM 2.0 | Firmware TPM 2.0 |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | Yes | Yes |
| Secure Boot | Yes | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | No Intel vPro platform eligibility | — |
| Smart Card Support | No | — |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | Standard BIOS recovery |
| Sensors | ||
| Hall Sensor | — | Yes |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | Certified | — |
| EPEAT | Gold | — |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Operating Temperature | 5 to 35 °C | 5–35 °C °C |
| Operating Humidity | — | 20–80% RH, non-condensing % RH |
| Storage Temperature | — | -20–60 °C °C |
| Warranty | 1 years | 2 years |
| Warranty Type | Depot | Limited warranty |
Thinkpad E470 and GS73VR 6RF Stealth Pro share specifications such as Form Factor (Clamshell), Operating System (Windows 10), Operating System Architecture (64-bit), Processor Manufacturer (Intel).
The main differences: Processor Model (Thinkpad E470: Intel Core i7 7500U 2.7GHz, GS73VR 6RF Stealth Pro: Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz); GPU Model (Thinkpad E470: Nvidia GeForce 940MX, GS73VR 6RF Stealth Pro: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060); Installed Memory (Thinkpad E470: 8 GB, GS73VR 6RF Stealth Pro: 16 GB); Storage Capacity (Thinkpad E470: 256 GB, GS73VR 6RF Stealth Pro: 512 GB).
Thinkpad E470 may suit users who need its differing values, while GS73VR 6RF Stealth Pro benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
