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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models Cyborg 15 and IdeaPad Y700-15ISK within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | Cyborg 15 | IdeaPad Y700-15ISK |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | MSI | Lenovo |
| Product Family | Cyborg 15 A13V | IdeaPad |
| Model | Cyborg 15 | IdeaPad Y700-15ISK |
| Model Number | Cyborg 15 A13VE-434SG | IdeaPad Y700-15ISK |
| Part Number / SKU | A13VE-434SG | — |
| Launch Year | 2025 year | 2016 year |
| Form Factor | Clamshell | Clamshell |
| Laptop Category | Gaming | Gaming |
| Color | Translucent Black | Black |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home | 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 i7-13620H | Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz |
| Processor Generation | 13th Gen | 6th Gen |
| CPU Architecture | x86-64 | x86-64 |
| CPU Process Node | — | 14 nm |
| CPU Cores | 10 cores | 4 cores |
| Performance Cores | 6 cores | — |
| Efficiency Cores | 4 cores | 0 cores |
| CPU Threads | 16 threads | 8 threads |
| CPU Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.6 GHz |
| CPU Max Boost Clock | 4.9 GHz | 3.5 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 9.5 MB | — |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB | 6 MB |
| Processor Base Power | 45 W | 45 W |
| Maximum Processor Power | 115 W | — |
| CPU Manageability Technology | — | — |
| Graphics | ||
| Graphics Type | Discrete | Discrete |
| GPU Manufacturer | NVIDIA | NVIDIA |
| GPU Model | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU | Nvidia GeForce GTX 960 |
| GPU Architecture | Ada Lovelace | — |
| VRAM Capacity | 6 GB | — |
| VRAM Type | GDDR6 | — |
| GPU TGP | 45 W | — |
| GPU Boost Clock | 1605 MHz | — |
| Maximum External Resolution | 3840 x 2160 @ 60 Hz via HDMI 2.1 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30 Hz via HDMI |
| Memory | ||
| Installed Memory | 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 GB | 16 GB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR4 |
| Memory Speed | 5200 MT/s | 2133 MT/s |
| Memory Form Factor | SO-DIMM | SO-DIMM |
| Memory Slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
| Memory Slots Used | 1 slots | — |
| Memory Upgradeable | Yes | Yes |
| Memory Channels | Dual | Dual |
| Storage | ||
| Primary Storage Type | SSD | SSD |
| Storage Capacity | 512 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Interface | PCIe NVMe | PCIe NVMe + SATA |
| Storage PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Storage Form Factor | M.2 | M.2 + 2.5-inch |
| Installed Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| Maximum Storage Drives | 1 drives | 2 drives |
| M.2 Storage Slots | 1 slots | 1 slots |
| 2.5-inch Drive Bay | — | Yes |
| RAID Support | — | — |
| Card Reader | — | Yes |
| Card Reader Formats | — | MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC |
| Card Reader Standard | — | 4-in-1 |
| Display | ||
| Display Size | 15.6 inch | 15.6 inch |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Resolution Class | FHD | FHD |
| Display Technology | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Panel Type | IPS-level | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz | — |
| Display Brightness | — | 250 nits |
| sRGB Color Gamut | 100 % | — |
| Contrast Ratio | — | 600:1 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Display Finish | — | Anti-glare |
| Adaptive Sync Technology | — | — |
| Camera & Biometrics | ||
| Webcam Resolution | 720p | — |
| Webcam Frame Rate | 30 fps | — |
| Audio | ||
| Speaker Configuration | 2 x speakers | 2 x 2W JBL speakers + 3W subwoofer |
| Speaker Power | 2 x 2 W | 2 x 2 + 3 W |
| Audio Technology | Nahimic 3 | JBL; Dolby Home Theater |
| Microphone Configuration | Array microphone | Dual array microphone |
| Audio Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard & Input | ||
| Keyboard Type | 99-key anti-ghosting keyboard | Full-size 6-row keyboard |
| Keyboard Backlight | Yes | Yes |
| Keyboard RGB Zones | — | — |
| Numeric Keypad | Yes | Yes |
| Touchpad Type | Multi-touch touchpad | One-piece multi-touch touchpad |
| Wireless & Networking | ||
| Wi-Fi Standard | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Wi-Fi IEEE Standard | 802.11ax | 802.11ac |
| Wi-Fi Bands | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz | Dual-band |
| Wi-Fi Spatial Streams | 2x2 | 1x1 |
| Wi-Fi Module | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 | 4.1 |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet Speed | 1 GbE | Gigabit Ethernet |
| WWAN | No | No |
| SIM Slot | — | — |
| Ports & Expansion | ||
| USB Type-A Port Count | 2 ports | 3 ports |
| USB Type-A Specifications | 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 | 2x USB 3.0; 1x USB 2.0 |
| USB Type-C Port Count | 1 ports | 0 ports |
| USB Type-C Specifications | 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 / DisplayPort 1.4 | — |
| USB4 Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Thunderbolt Port Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| HDMI Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 | HDMI |
| DisplayPort Output | DisplayPort 1.4 via USB-C | No |
| RJ-45 Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| 3.5 mm Audio Combo Port Count | 1 ports | 1 ports |
| SD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 1 ports |
| microSD Card Slot Count | 0 ports | 0 ports |
| Smart Card Reader | No | No |
| Security Lock Slot | Yes | Yes |
| Internal PCIe Slots | 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 | 1x M.2 storage slot |
| Battery & Power | ||
| Battery Capacity | 53.5 Wh | 60 Wh |
| Battery Cells | 3 cells | 4 cells |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-polymer | Li-polymer |
| Battery Life | — | 5 hours |
| Battery Life Test Method | — | MobileMark 2014 |
| Power Adapter | 120 W | 135 W |
| Power Connector | Barrel | Barrel (round-tip) |
| Dimensions & Build | ||
| Width | 359.36 mm | 387 mm |
| Depth | 250.34 mm | 277.5 mm |
| Thickness | 22.9 mm | 27.7 mm |
| Weight | 1.98 kg | 3.31 kg |
| Chassis Material | — | Aluminum |
| Lid Material | — | Aluminum |
| Base Material | — | Aluminum |
| Security & Manageability | ||
| TPM | — | — |
| BIOS / UEFI Password Support | — | Yes |
| Drive Password Support | — | Yes |
| Enterprise Manageability | — | — |
| Smart Card Support | — | No |
| BIOS Recovery / Self-Healing | — | — |
| Certifications & Sustainability | ||
| ENERGY STAR | — | ENERGY STAR 6.1 |
| EPEAT | — | EPEAT Silver |
| RoHS Compliance | — | Yes |
| Environment & Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 years |
| Warranty Type | Limited warranty | Depot limited warranty |
Cyborg 15 and IdeaPad Y700-15ISK share specifications such as Display Size (15.6 inch), Display Resolution (1920 x 1080), Form Factor (Clamshell), Laptop Category (Gaming).
The main differences: Processor Model (Cyborg 15: Intel Core i7-13620H, IdeaPad Y700-15ISK: Intel Core i7 6700HQ 2.6GHz); GPU Model (Cyborg 15: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop GPU, IdeaPad Y700-15ISK: Nvidia GeForce GTX 960); Installed Memory (Cyborg 15: 16 GB, IdeaPad Y700-15ISK: 8 GB); Storage Capacity (Cyborg 15: 512 GB, IdeaPad Y700-15ISK: 128 GB).
Cyborg 15 may suit users who need its differing values, while IdeaPad Y700-15ISK benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
