When deciding between the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the MSI Creator M14, consider that the ASUS typically offers high performance for gaming and intensive tasks but costs more and may be less portable than the MSI. The MSI, on the other hand, could be more budget-friendly with adequate performance for everyday tasks and creative work, but might not handle demanding games or heavy multitasking as smoothly as the ASUS. Choose the ASUS if top-tier performance and gaming are priorities; opt for the MSI for a balance of cost, performance, and portability for general use and content creation. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Flow X13
Very good for software development
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
The MSI Creator M14 has no clear advantages over the ASUS ROG Flow X13.
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.4/10
7.5/10
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
511.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers a high-resolution display with impressive brightness and panel quality, making it excellent for everyday tasks and detail-oriented work like engineering and design, where crisp text and accurate color representation are crucial. However, its lower refresh rate diminishes the experience for gaming and 3D work, which rely on smooth motion for an immersive experience. Conversely, while the MSI Creator M14 provides a balance of good resolution and adequate brightness for general computing and satisfactory color accuracy for professional design work, its screen falls short for gaming and 3D purposes due to similar refresh rate limitations.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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
Very Good
Good
13.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good portability, while the MSI Creator M14 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5/10
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has very good build quality, while the MSI Creator M14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$2,500
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 has a price of $2,500 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for general use.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 offers a high-performance CPU and ample RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient handling of demanding applications, with a premium screen for crisp visuals; however, its gaming-focused features may reduce battery life and portability compared to more conventional laptops. Meanwhile, the MSI Creator M14, while still providing a powerful CPU and generous RAM, focuses on creative tasks with an emphasis on a high-quality screen and stable performance, but might trade off a bit of battery longevity and have a heftier form factor than ultraportable models.
Gaming and AI
7.8/10
7.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and MSI Creator M14 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 boasts a dedicated GPU and high screen refresh rate making it ideal for smooth gaming and 3D rendering, while the MSI Creator M14, also with a strong GPU and a focus on vivid screen quality, caters to creators needing precision in visuals along with decent gaming performance. Both laptops have capable CPUs, but it's their graphics performance and display characteristics that set them apart for these specific tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.5/10
8.4/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 typically offers a high-end CPU and GPU that excel in demanding tasks, and with its sharp display, it's ideal for precision engineering work, yet its gaming-centric build might affect its portability and operating noise. On the other hand, the MSI Creator M14 focuses on providing rich screen quality and ample RAM for multitasking, which suits engineering software needs, while offering a more portable design, but might compromise on speaker quality compared to dedicated multimedia laptops.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.0/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Flow X13 and MSI Creator M14 are both very good for content creation.
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
8.0/10
7.8/10
9.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2560 x 1600
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS ROG Flow X13 to be very good for software development, while the MSI Creator M14 is good.
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.
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How the ASUS ROG Flow X13 and the MSI Creator M14 compare to other laptops
"The Asus ROG Flow X13 is not an off-the-shelf convertible. This quickly becomes clear when you take a closer look at the technical specs. The AMD Ryzen 9 5980HS is a state-of-the-art SoC with 8 cores and 16 threads, which also makes the 2-in-1 interesting as a work device. With 32 GB of RAM and a 1 TB SSD, gamers are also well taken care of. The dedicated Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 Max-Q fits well into the overall concept and ensures a solid 3D performance. With the eGPU dock, which is equipped with a GeForce RTX 3080, the small convertible transforms into a full-fledged desktop replacement in terms of performance."
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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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