MSI Cyborg A15 AI vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel Comparison

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MSI Cyborg A15 AI vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel Comparison Overview

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In this review, we will be comparing Cyborg A15 AI and ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel, two laptops from MSI and Lenovo. MSI Cyborg A15 AI was introduced to market in July 2025 and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel was launched in September 2025. There is only 2 months difference between Cyborg A15 AI and ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel so we are expecting this to be a fair comparison regarding age and technology level.

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Cyborg A15 AI and ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel are members of Lenovo's series of laptops. Below you can find the latest models from this series.

MSI Series History

	Release Date	Screen Size	Dimensions	Weight
MSI Cyborg 15 2025	July 2025	15.6"	359.3 x 245.25 x 22.15-23.15 mm	2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)
MSI Cyborg 17	July 2025	17.3"	399.3 x 258 x 21.2-22.2 mm	2.5 kg (5.51 lbs)
MSI Cyborg A15 AI	July 2025	15.6"	359.3 x 245.25 x 22.15-23.15 mm	2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)
MSI Cyborg A17 AI	July 2025	17.3"	399.3 x 258 x 21.2-22.2 mm	2.5 kg (5.51 lbs)
MSI Titan 18 HX AI 2025	January 2025	18.0"	404 x 307.5 x 24-32.05 mm	3.6 kg (7.94 lbs)
MSI Raider 18 HX AI 2025	January 2025	18.0"	404 x 307.5 x 24-32.05 mm	3.6 kg (7.94 lbs)
MSI Vector A18 HX 2025	January 2025	18.0"	404 x 307.5 x 24-32.05 mm	3.6 kg (7.94 lbs)
MSI Vector 17 HX AI 2025 A2XWJ	January 2025	17.0"	380.34 x 297.97 x 22.85-28.75 mm	3 kg (6.62 lbs)

Here is a brief look at the main features of MSI Cyborg A15 AI and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel before getting into our more detailed comparison.

MSI Cyborg A15 AI Key Specs

Launched in July 2025
15.6" IPS LCD, 16:9 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 260,AMD Ryzen 9 270
GPU: GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB,GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB,GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB
16GB,32GB,64GB,96GB Ram
359.3 x 245.25 x 22.15-23.15 mm (14.15 x 9.66 x 0.87-0.91 inches)
Weight: 2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel Key Specs

Launched in September 2025
16.0" IPS LCD, 16:10 Aspect Ratio Display
CPU: Intel Core Ultra 5 225H,Intel Core Ultra 5 235H,Intel Core Ultra 7 255H,Intel Core Ultra 7 265H,Intel Core Ultra 9 285H
GPU: Intel Arc 130T
16GB,32GB,48GB,64GB,96GB Ram
361.5 x 248.6 x 12.6-18.17 mm (14.23 x 9.79 x 0.5-0.72 inches)
Weight: 1.82 kg (4.01 lbs)

Let's read on the following sections in order to better understand in detail how Cyborg A15 AI and ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel compares and decide which one is better for you.

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Reasons to choose MSI Cyborg A15 AI over Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel

Side Bezel Thickness	7 mm vs 8.4 mm	1.4 mm thinner bezels
Refresh Rate	144 Hz vs 60 Hz	Smoother media experience
GPU FLOPS	8.6 TFLOPS vs 3.9 TFLOPS	Dedicated GPU unit
GPU Type	Dedicated vs Integrated

Reasons to choose Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel over MSI Cyborg A15 AI

Weight	1.82 kg vs 2.10 kg	0.28 kg lighter
Screen-to-Body Ratio	~82.6% vs ~76.2%	Larger screen area ratio
Display Size	16 inches vs 15.6 inches	Larger Screen Estate
Screen PPI	142 ppi vs 141 ppi	More pixels per inch
Screen Resolution	1920 x 1200 pixels vs 1920 x 1080 pixels	Higher pixel count screen
Max Brightness	400 nits vs 300 nits	Brighter Screen
CPU Fabrication Process	3 nm vs 4 nm	Newer Generation CPU
Dolby Atmos Speakers	Yes vs No	3D Surround Sound Support
WiFi Standard	v7 vs v6E	More advanced Wi-fi connectivity
Bluetooth	v5.4 vs v5.3	More advanced Bluetooth connectivity
Fingerprint Sensor	Yes vs No	Easy login with fingerprint
Webcam Resolution	2560 x 1440 vs 1280 x 720	Higher Resolution Camera
Number of USB-C Ports	2x USB 4.0 vs 1x USB 3.2	Connect more device at the same time
USB-C Port Type	v4.0 vs v3.2	Faster USB-C connection
Thunderbolt	v4 vs No	Support audio, data, power and video all through one single port

Common Strengths of Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel and MSI Cyborg A15 AI

Launch Dates	July 2025 vs September 2025	Both laptops are recent models
Screen Coating	Matte vs Matte	Less reflections on the screen
Fast Charging Support	Yes vs Yes	Charge the battery in a shorter time
Upgradable RAM	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the RAM size
RAM Type	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x) vs PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	Fast RAM type
Upgradable Storage	Yes vs Yes	Option to increase the Storage size
SSD Type	NVMe vs NVMe	Faster Data Transfers
HDMI Output	1x HDMI 2.1 vs 1x HDMI 2.1	Connect to External Displays via HDMI cable
VGA Output	No vs No	Connect to External Displays via VGA cable
Ethernet RJ45 Port	Yes vs Yes	Fast connection to Network via ethernet cable
Numeric Pad	Yes vs Yes	Fast way to input numbers
Keyboard Backlight	Yes vs Yes	Easily see the keys under low light

Common Weaknesses of Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel and MSI Cyborg A15 AI

Touchscreen Capability	No vs No	No Touchscreen Capability
HDR Support	No vs No	No HDR Support

MSI Cyborg A15 AI vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel: Physical Specs Comparison

In this section, we will be comparing the physical specifications and body features of the MSI Cyborg A15 AI and the Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel.

Physical Specs
Weight	2.1 kg (4.63 lbs)	1.82 kg (4.01 lbs)
Surface Area	881 cm2 (136.7 inches2)	899 cm2 (139.3 inches2)
Screen to Surface Ratio	~76.2%	~82.6%
Side Bezel Thickness	~7 mm	~8.4 mm
Weight per Inch of Screen	0.13 kg/inch	0.11 kg/inch
	0.286 lbs/inch	0.242 lbs/inch
Colors	Black	Black
Cover Opening Angle	180Â°	180Â°

Comparison of the MSI Cyborg A15 AI and the Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel External Dimensions

Weight

Cyborg A15 AI weighs 2.1 kg (4.63 lbs), whereas the ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel weighs 1.82 kg (4.01 lbs). There is a notable difference in weight between these two laptops. However, it's important to consider that comparing their weights directly may not provide a complete picture since they also have different display sizes.

Weight Comparison

MSI Cyborg A15 AI

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Thickness Comparison

MSI Cyborg A15 AI

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Another value that we use for comparing the weights of the laptops is the Weight per Inch of Screen, which is calculated by dividing the total weight of the model with its usable diagonal screen size. This value for the MSI Cyborg A15 AI is 0.13 kg/inch.In comparison, this value for the Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel is 0.11 kg/inch.Here are some of the best performing laptops in this area:

Microsoft Surface Go 4: 0.05 kg/inch
LG Gram SuperSlim 15.6 2023: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus ProArt PZ13 HT5306: 0.06 kg/inch
Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407: 0.06 kg/inch
Microsoft Surface Pro 12: 0.06 kg/inch
Dell Latitude 7330: 0.07 kg/inch
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Gen 2: 0.07 kg/inch
LG Gram 14 2022: 0.07 kg/inch

MSI Cyborg A15 AI vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel: Internals (CPU, GPU, RAM, Battery, SSD, etc.) Comparison

CPU Comparison

CPU Model	AMD Ryzen 7 260 AMD Ryzen 9 270	Intel Core Ultra 5 225H Intel Core Ultra 5 235H Intel Core Ultra 7 255H Intel Core Ultra 7 265H Intel Core Ultra 9 285H
Base Frequency	3.8 GHz	1.7 GHz
Turbo Frequency	5.1 GHz	4.9 GHz
Number of Cores	8	14 (4P + 8E)
Number of Threads	16	14
L3 Cache	16 MB	18 MB
Integrated GPU	Radeon 780M	Arc Graphics 130T
CPU Fabrication Process	4 nm	3 nm

Above you can see the CPU options and the CineBench and GeekBench test scores for both laptops, which gives an idea about what kind of performance difference you may experience between the MSI Cyborg A15 AI and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel.

You may also read reviews of latest laptops with the same CPU ( Intel Core Ultra 5 225H,Intel Core Ultra 5 235H,Intel Core Ultra 7 255H,Intel Core Ultra 7 265H,Intel Core Ultra 9 285H ) and compare them:

GPU Comparison

GPU Model	GeForce RTX 5050 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5060 Laptop 8GB GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop 8GB	Intel Arc 130T
TGP (Total Graphics Power)	45 W	35 W
Nvidia Optimus	Yes, Advanced Optimus
Type	Dedicated	Integrated
FLOPS	8.6 TFLOPS	3.9 TFLOPS
Memory Size	8 GB	System Shared
Memory Type	GDDR7	DDR5
Memory Bus	128 bit
Memory Speed	~24 Gbps	5.6 Gbps
Shading Units Cores	2560	896
TMUs	80	56
ROPs	32	28

GPU is as critical as the CPU for graphic heavy applications and the table above gives a picture of how the two GPU compares. FLOPS is a measure of a GPU's performance based on the number of floating-point arithmetic calculations that the processor can perform within a second. MSI Cyborg A15 AI has a FLOPS value of 8.6 TFLOPS whereas the Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel ' has a FLOPS value of 3.9 TFLOPS. If graphical performance of the laptop is important for your use type, the MSI Cyborg A15 AI may be the better choice between these two setups.

RAM Comparison

RAM	16GB 32GB 64GB 96GB	16GB 32GB 48GB 64GB 96GB
Memory Bus	2x8 GB	2x8 GB
RAM Clock	5600 MHz	5600 MHz
RAM Type	DDR5	DDR5
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Max RAM Size	96 GB	96 GB
Total Slots	2	2
Memory Bus	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)	PCI-E Gen 4.0 (4x)

Both laptops, the Cyborg A15 AI and the ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel, come with similar RAM capacities of 16 GB, providing comparable performance in memory-intensive tasks.

LOCAL LLM Compatibility Evaluation

This quick guide shows what types of large language models (LLMs) each of these laptops could support, based on their respective hardware specifications. It's meant to help you compare their suitability for running AI models locally.

LLM Category	MSI Cyborg A15 AI	Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 (Intel)
Small Models(1-3B):Examples: Phi-2, Qwen-1.8B	✔ Run smoothly.	✔ Run smoothly.
Medium Models(7-8B):Examples: Mistral-7B, Qwen-7B	✔ Good performance.	✔ Good performance.
Large Models(13-30B):Examples: Mixtral, Qwen-14B	⚠ Can run using CPU + RAM fallback. Expect slower performance.	⚠ Can run slowly on CPU with enough RAM and good iGPU.
Extra-Large Models(65B+):Examples: LLaMA2-70B, Qwen1.5-72B	⚠ Possible with CPU + RAM fallback using quantized models.	✖ Not supported on most systems. Requires high-end GPU or advanced setup.

Note: Optimized (e.g., 4-bit) models may run on limited hardware. Performance depends on runtime and setup.

📌 MoE Models: Some models like Mixtral 8x7B and Qwen3-30B-A3B use a Mixture of Experts (MoE) design, activating only part of the model during inference. This means they can often run efficiently on laptops with 12–16 GB of VRAM when quantized.

BATTERY

BATTERY	55.2 Wh	57 Wh 75 Wh
Battery Type	Li-Po	Li-Po
Replaceable	No	No
Fast Charging	Yes	Yes
Charging Port Position	Right	Left
Charge Power	150 W	100 W

On the other hand, the ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel features a higher battery capacity of 57 Wh, delivering longer usage time compared to the Cyborg A15 AI's 55 Wh.

Battery Comparison

MSI Cyborg A15 AI

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

STORAGE
Both laptops, the Cyborg A15 AI and the ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel have similar max. storage capacities of 2 TB, allowing for ample space to store files and applications.

Storage Options	512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB	256 GB, 512 GB, 1 TB, 2 TB
Upgradable	Yes	Yes
Total Slots	1	1
Storage type	SSD (M2)	SSD (M2)
NVMe	Yes	Yes

If your budget allows, we recommend opting for the largest possible disk size, considering the potential increase in storage capacity needs in the future. However, please keep in mind the question 'What will the laptop be used for?' when making this decision. Of course, you can later upgrade the hard disk capacity by getting a larger disk. However, if your laptop has only one disk slot, it may not be as straightforward as a RAM upgrade, where you simply add or replace a module, as moving or cloning files to a new disk may be necessary.

MSI Cyborg A15 AI vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel: Display Comparison

The display is an essential aspect to consider when comparing the MSI Cyborg A15 AI and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel since its is the component that you interact the most and significantly impact the experience.

Screen Area and Dimensions

Now let's look at the comparison of the actual display areas of both laptops below, keeping the bezels around the screens out of the equation. Cyborg A15 AI has a display size of 15.6".On the other hand, ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel has a larger16.0" display.The total usable screen area of the Cyborg A15 AI is 670cm² / 104inch² whereas the ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel's total usable screen area is 742cm² / 115inch².

PPI (Pixels per Inch)
Additionally, the ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel features a higher pixel density with 142 pixels per inch (PPI), ensuring sharper image details.

Screen PPI (Pixels Per Inch) Comparison

MSI Cyborg A15 AI

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

Refresh Rate
The Cyborg A15 AI offers a higher refresh rate of 144 Hz, resulting in smoother motion and improved visual experience.

Brightness
The ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel offers a higher maximum brightness of 400 nits, delivering a brighter screen.

Brightness Comparison

MSI Cyborg A15 AI

Avg: 15.0-15.9"

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel

Avg: 16.0-16.9"

MSI Cyborg A15 AI vs Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel Connectivity Comparison

In terms of connectivity,

Wifi
ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel features a more advanced Wi-Fi standard v7, providing faster and more reliable wireless connections compared to Cyborg A15 AI (v6E).

Below, you'll find a Wi-Fi Versions Table, along with their release dates and speeds, to provide a brief overview of its development.

Wi-Fi Versions and Speeds

Standard	Speed	Release Date	Network	Frequency Bands (GHz)
Wi-Fi 7	up to 40 Gbps (5 GB/s)	2023	802.11be	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6E	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2020	802.11ax	2.4, 5, 6
Wi-Fi 6	up to 9.6 Gbps (1.2 GB/s)	2019	802.11ax	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 5	up to 6.93 Gbps (866.25 MB/s)	2014	802.11ac	2.4, 5
Wi-Fi 4	up to 600 Mbps (75 MB/s)	2009	802.11n	2.4, 5

* Please note that the provided transfer rates are maximum theoretical values, and real-life performance may vary based on environmental factors.

USB
Both Cyborg A15 AI and ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel feature 2x USB 3.2 USB-A ports.
Both Cyborg A15 AI and ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel have USB Type-C ports. Cyborg A15 AI has 1x USB 3.2 USB Type-C ports, while ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel has 2x USB 4.0 USB Type-C ports.

Below, you'll find a table of USB ports, along with their release dates and speeds.
To mitigate the confusion caused by generation names, the USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) suggests using marketing names like USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, and so forth, based on their respective transfer rates.

USB Type and Speeds

USB Type	Version	Speed	Date	Other Features/Explanations
USB4	Gen 4 (2.0)	80 Gbps	2022	Also known as USB 80Gbps
USB4	Gen 3×2	40 Gbps	2019	Also known as USB 40Gbps
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2x2	20 Gbps	2019	Double the data transfer rates of Gen 2
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.1
USB 3.2	3.2 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2017	Previously known as USB 3.0
USB 3.1	3.1 Gen 2	10 Gbps	2013	Faster data transfer rates
USB 3.0	3.1 Gen 1	5 Gbps	2010	SuperSpeed USB, improved data transfer rates
USB 2.0	2.0	480 Mbps	2000	High-speed data transfer
USB 1.0	1.0	1.5 Mbps	1996	Original USB standard

Thunderbolt
ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel is equipped with Thunderbolt 4 port. Cyborg A15 AI does not have Thunderbolt port.

HDMI
Both Cyborg A15 AI and ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel feature an HDMI port (1x HDMI 2.1) for connecting to external monitors.

Below, you'll find a comparison table detailing different HDMI versions, including their bandwidth, color depth, maximum resolution, and release dates. This information can be helpful in understanding the capabilities of each HDMI version and choosing the most suitable one for your needs.

HDMI Comparison Table

HDMI Version	Maximum Resolution	Bandwidth (Gbps)	Color Depth (bits)	Release Date
HDMI 2.1-2.1b	7680 x 4320 *(8K)* @ 60p 3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 120p	48.0	48	2017
HDMI 2.0-2.0b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 60p	18.0	48	2013
HDMI 1.4-1.4b	3840 x 2160 *(4K)* @ 30p	10.2	48	2009
HDMI 1.3-1.3a	2560 x 1440 @ 60p	10.2	48	2006
HDMI 1.0-1.2a	1920 x 1200 @ 60p	4.95	24	2002

* Please note that the provided resolution values represent the maximum supported resolution, and actual display quality may depend on other factors such as source content and connected devices.

SD Card Reader
Neither Cyborg A15 AI nor ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel has an SD Card Reader.

Audio Jack
Both Cyborg A15 AI and ThinkPad P16s Gen 4 Intel are equipped with a 3.5mm Audio Jack, providing seamless connection to headphones and speakers.

To summarize the connectivity and ports details, please refer to the table below to see them listed.

Connectivity and Ports
WiFi Standard (latest: v7)	v6E	v7
Bluetooth (latest: v5.4)	v5.3	v5.4
USB-A (latest: 3.2)	2x USB 3.2	2x USB 3.2
USB Type-C (latest: USB4 2.0)	1x USB 3.2	2x USB 4.0
Thunderbolt (latest: 5)	No	Thunderbolt 4
HDMI (latest: 2.1)	1x HDMI 2.1	1x HDMI 2.1
Display Port (latest: v2.0)	No	No
VGA	No	No
Fingerprint Sensor	No	Yes
Optical Drive	No	No
Audio Jack 3.5mm	Yes	Yes
Ethernet RJ45	Yes	Yes
SD CardReader	No	No
Proprietary Charging Port	Yes	No