Selecting between the ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio depends on your priorities. The ASUS with its AMD Ryzen processor and RTX 4070 GPU is well-suited for more demanding gaming and engineering tasks, with a larger screen size that could enhance your gaming experience, but that makes it less portable and heavier than the smaller MSI. In contrast, the MSI with an Intel CPU, RTX 4060 GPU, and a lighter weight favors portability and is better for on-the-go use, with a higher screen resolution that could be beneficial for creative work although it may offer slightly less graphical performance compared to the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS TUF Gaming A15
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
Best in class speakers
Key differences
Screen Quality
7.2/10
7.6/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
271.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a better screen than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio for software development, and content creation, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio have screens with sufficient resolution and brightness for everyday tasks, making them good for general use, and their panels display a wide range of colors, which benefits engineering and design work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, their lower refresh rates can detract from the visual experience. The type of panels they use, while offering good color reproduction and viewing angles, do not match the high refresh rates preferred for fast-paced gaming or 3D rendering tasks.
Battery
11.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has 11 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has 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
4.8 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.9in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 both have good portability, though the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$2,059
$1,432
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 has a price of $2,059 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,432.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio are both good for general use.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 is well-regarded for general use because it offers a robust AMD CPU and plenty of RAM for multitasking, paired with a large battery and a high-quality screen, though it's heavier and thus less portable. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is similarly praised for general usage with its powerful Intel CPU, ample RAM, high-resolution screen with more pixels per inch, balanced by superior speaker quality, but it has a smaller battery which could mean shorter battery life.
Gaming and AI
8.0/10
7.8/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
144Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.7/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A15 to be very good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 comes equipped with a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4070 GPU and offers a solid screen refresh rate of 144Hz, making it well-suited for intensive gaming and 3D tasks, although its larger 15.6-inch display may sacrifice some portability. Conversely, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio features a slightly less powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU but compensates with a higher 165Hz screen refresh rate on a more portable 14-inch display, which may appeal to users looking for mobility without severely compromising on gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
8.5/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 shines with its AMD Ryzen CPU and Nvidia RTX GPU, which deliver the computational power needed for demanding engineering and design software, and it has a quality screen, though with slightly lower color coverage than the MSI. Meanwhile, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio offers a higher pixel density and a brighter screen with better color coverage for precise design work, and its Intel CPU and Nvidia GPU are also well-suited for engineering tasks, with the tradeoff of lower speaker quality compared to the ASUS.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.9/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS TUF Gaming A15 to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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
7.6/10
7.4/10
9.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS TUF Gaming A15 and MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.6/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and ASUS TUF Gaming A15 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 TUF Gaming A15 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio compare to other laptops
"With the release of the TUF Gaming A15, Asos have concentrated on the essentials: gaming performance. Our base version, which can be had for around $1,169, already provided enough power to play current games smoothly in a native resolution of 1080p and with maximum details - thanks to its new Nvidia GeForce RTX 4050 Laptop. If you utilize upscaling, then you can even manage to run ray tracing."
"You'll find a versatility in the MSI Stealth 14 Studio that isn’t matched by many content-creator laptops we've tested of late. The small frame allows you to (potentially) work from anywhere with an outlet and, if noise isn’t a concern, run your most demanding of programs, thanks to some powerful hardware inside. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is an attractive and powerful option if you want a portable laptop to be the center of your content work setup."
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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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