The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is very good for general use, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 excels in general use due to its higher RAM, superior OLED screen quality, lighter weight, and longer battery life, making it more suitable for tasks that require better multitasking and visual clarity, along with increased portability. Conversely, the MSI Bravo 15 has less RAM, a lower-quality IPS screen, is heavier, and has a shorter battery life, which may be less ideal for extended, on-the-go usage, though it includes a dedicated graphics card, which improves performance for specific applications such as gaming.
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
7.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Bravo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook S 13 is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13, with its high-resolution OLED screen, excels in screen quality but has an integrated GPU, making it less suitable for the most demanding gaming and 3D tasks. Meanwhile, the MSI Bravo 15, with a dedicated Nvidia RTX GPU and a high refresh rate display, offers superior gaming performance and smoother visuals, though the screen quality in terms of color accuracy and brightness isn't as high-end as the ASUS.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.2/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Bravo 15 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is deemed very good for engineering and design due to its higher RAM, superior OLED screen for color accuracy and clarity, and a more powerful processor ideal for demanding tasks, albeit with a less powerful GPU compared to the MSI Bravo 15. The MSI Bravo 15, while still good for these tasks, has a better GPU for graphics-intensive work, a screen with a higher refresh rate, but it has less RAM and a lower resolution screen, which may affect multitasking and the sharpness of detail.
Content Creation
8.5/10
7.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Bravo 15 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
8.3/10
6.8/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
32.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 is very good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 is only fair.
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.
Screen Quality
8.1/10
6.9/10
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
365.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook S 13, with its superior panel type, resolution, and brightness, offers a crisp and vivid display that enhances the experience for general use and detailed work required in engineering and design, although its lower refresh rate may detract from fast-paced visuals needed in gaming and 3D applications. The MSI Bravo 15, while offering decent resolution and acceptable brightness for everyday tasks, lacks the advanced color reproduction capabilities that professional design work demands, making it less ideal for engineers and designers. Additionally, the screen's quality and refresh rate aren't suited for the smooth visuals and rapid response times that gaming and 3D modeling require.
Battery
11.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has 11 hours of battery life. The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 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
Best in Class
Fair
13.3in
SIZE
15.6in
2.2 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.4in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has best in class portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.6/10
6.7/10
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has good build quality, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,400
$862
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook S 13 has a price of $1,400 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $862.
"The Asus Zenbook S 13 is the slimmest OLED ultrabook worldwide struggles with annoying fans. The new Zenbook S 13 leaves us with mixed feelings, particularly since last year's model was so good. Asus has completely reworked the device, making the laptop noticeably slimmer. The result also looks good and the case makes a great impression, particularly also in terms of the stability. The new plasma ceramic surface feels great, and there are no problems with fingerprints. In addition, it now includes some of the known connections such as an HDMI port and a regular USB-A connection, which is a good achievement in such a slim device."
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming laptop."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
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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