If you need a laptop primarily for gaming or high-performance tasks, the ASUS ROG Strix G15, with its gaming-oriented design, may offer better graphics and cooling at a lower cost but at the expense of battery life and portability. On the other hand, the MSI Creator M14, while typically more expensive, caters to creative professionals seeking a balance of power and portability with a superior screen for design work, making it more suitable for on-the-go usage and tasks like video editing or graphic design. Choose the ASUS for gaming, and the MSI for creative work and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Strix G15
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has no clear advantages over the MSI Creator M14.
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for content creation
Very good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
7.6/10
8.4/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15, with its powerful GPU and CPU, excels in demanding tasks like 3D modeling and simulations, which are crucial for engineering and design; however, the MSI Creator M14 offers high-quality screen and color accuracy for detailed design work while remaining more portable, albeit with lesser gaming performance. The Strix's superior gaming capabilities come with added weight and potential for more operating noise, whereas the Creator M14 balances performance with a quieter experience and a more comfortable keyboard for long design sessions.
Software Development
7.2/10
7.8/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for software development, though the MSI Creator M14 is somewhat better.
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
7.1/10
7.5/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
284.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for gaming and AI, while the MSI Creator M14 has a better screen for general use, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the MSI Creator M14 for general use, both provide clear displays with resolutions that are sharp enough for everyday tasks and ample brightness for visibility in various lighting conditions. For engineering and design work, both laptops offer displays with color ranges that cover enough of professional color spaces to ensure accurate color representation for detailed projects. However, for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is crucial, both laptops fall short because their screens do not have high refresh rates, which can limit the smoothness of fast-paced visuals and gameplay.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has 5.5 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
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 both have good portability, though the MSI Creator M14 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$1,249
$1,500
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 has a price of $1,249 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 is good.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15, with its high-performance CPU and ample RAM, excels in demanding tasks such as gaming or content creation but is less portable and has a shorter battery life compared to the lighter MSI Creator M14, which offers a balance of good screen quality and battery life for everyday use without the bulk, making it more convenient for carrying around. Although the G15 leads in sheer power, the M14 wins for users needing a mix of decent performance with greater mobility and longer unplugging time.
Gaming and AI
7.0/10
7.3/10
5.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.2/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 and ASUS ROG Strix G15 are both good for gaming and AI.
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 offers a high refresh rate display and a powerful GPU, which are crucial for smooth gaming and efficient 3D rendering. Meanwhile, the MSI Creator M14, while also providing a capable GPU for these tasks, offers a color-accurate screen well-suited for creative work, but its refresh rate is typically lower than gaming-focused laptops.
Content Creation
7.7/10
8.0/10
7.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS ROG Strix G15 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.8/10
The ASUS ROG Strix G15 and MSI Creator M14 both have good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS ROG Strix G15 and the MSI Creator M14 compare to other laptops
"The ASUS ROG Strix G15 is a successful high-performance 15-inch laptop. The Asus ROG Strix impresses with an elaborate design and fast hardware. The latter can unleash its potential well in the large 15-inch case and achieve a decent performance boost compared to the previous generation. Especially the stunning 300 Hz display as well as the RTX 3070 and its generous TDP give gamers their money's worth. Asus didn't neglect seemingly small details, either, such as the keyboard and the maintenance options. The ROG Strix G15 offers a lot of pure performance and excellent workmanship in a 15-inch format, but connectivity leaves something to be desired."
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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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