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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 offers high performance for gaming and intensive engineering tasks with a strong GPU and processor, and ample storage, but it is heavier and less portable. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 is more affordable and lighter, making it highly portable, with good performance for general use and suitable for premium business needs; however, it might not handle demanding engineering software or games as well as the ASUS. Both have quality keyboards and build, but the ASUS has a better screen for fast motion and colors, while the MSI has longer battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15
- Very good for engineering and design
- Good for gaming and AI
- Very good for content creation
- Good overall display quality
- Very good overall build quality
- Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
- Very good portability
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.5
6.2
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 14 is only fair.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is better for gaming and 3D applications as it comes equipped with a higher-end Nvidia RTX 3070 GPU and a screen that has a higher refresh rate of 165Hz, compared to the MSI Prestige 14 which has an Intel i5-1240P Iris Xe GPU and a standard refresh rate of 60Hz. While both have good screen quality, the combination of a stronger GPU and faster screen refresh rate in the ASUS model provides a smoother and more responsive experience for visually intensive tasks.
Engineering and Design
8.0
7.1
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 14 is good.
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 outperforms the MSI Prestige 14 in engineering and design due to its top-tier AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, which are better suited for demanding tasks and provide a high-resolution, quality display for detailed work.
Content Creation
8.0
7.5
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 is very good for content creation, while the MSI Prestige 14 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.
Screen Quality
7.9
6.9
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
165Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
309.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
If you prioritize a crisp and vivid display for everyday tasks like browsing the web or watching videos, the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15's high resolution and brightness may offer a more satisfying experience than the MSI Prestige 14. For professional work in engineering and design where color accuracy is crucial, the G15's wider color gamuts give it an edge over the Prestige 14, making it better suited for precise color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications that demand fluid motion, the lower refresh rate on the G15 could be a disadvantage compared to other laptops specifically geared towards these activities.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
4.1 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
8.5
7.4
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has very good build quality, while the MSI Prestige 14 has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,637
$1,040
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has a price of $1,637 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $1,040.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.9
7.5
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
309.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
9.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Software Development
7.4
7.3
7.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2560 x 1440
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for software development.
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.
Battery
9.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 has 9.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 has 8.5 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.
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How the ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 and the MSI Prestige 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS ROG Zephyrus G15 | MSI Prestige 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$1,637 | $1,040 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2021 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 9.6'' x 0.78'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 4.19 lbs | 2.84 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.98" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.57" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 9 5900HS | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 1024 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 9.5 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 90 Wh | 53.8 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 165Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 309 nits | 313 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 8.5/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | Yes | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 9.5/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | No Webcam | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Florian Glaser | February 2021
"As long as you're aware of the fact that the GeForce RTX 3080 laptop version can only unfold its potential to a limited extent due to Asus's low TDP setting and that it can be slower than a fast RTX 3070 laptop, the ROG Zephyrus G15 GA503Q cuts a fine figure. One of the biggest highlights turns out to be the WQHD panel, since it attracts customers with 165 Hz, relatively fast response times, FreeSync, and good color-space coverage. Other selling points are the surprisingly rich sound, the long battery life, and the sleek design. In terms of looks, the white edition stands out nicely from the competition."
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Collin Probst | September 2022
"The MSI Prestige 14” is excellent for productivity and business use cases, but it is not ideal for creators or visual content editors. The Prestige was able to power through days of email, spreadsheets, and text documents without breaking a sweat and was a joy to use. The additional ports were a breath of fresh air, as most laptops seem to be moving towards just Thunderbolt ports. The security options made signing in effortless, with two quick, more secure, and faster options than even the most complex alphanumeric passcode."
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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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