The ASUS Vivobook 14 is usually less expensive, lighter, and offers better battery life, which makes it highly portable and suitable for general use, whereas the MSI GF63 Thin has a dedicated graphics card making it better for gaming and 3D tasks despite being heavier and having a shorter battery life. The Vivobook's screen is slightly smaller than the MSI's but it has a better color coverage which is beneficial for tasks that need color accuracy. If you prioritize general computing tasks and mobility, the ASUS Vivobook 14 is a good choice; for gaming, engineering applications, or graphic-intensive tasks, the MSI GF63 Thin is preferable. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
6.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for general use, though the ASUS Vivobook 14 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers balanced features for general use with its fair portability, good build, and heat management, but it has a limited battery life and only fair speaker and keyboard quality. In comparison, the MSI GF63 Thin has better screen colors and a more powerful GPU, which is more suitable for gaming, although it is less portable and has less effective heat management.
Content Creation
6.9/10
6.0/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for content creation, though the ASUS Vivobook 14 is somewhat better.
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
6.8/10
6.0/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for software development, though the ASUS Vivobook 14 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
6.3/10
6.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, consider that while both laptops offer screens with adequate resolution and brightness for day-to-day tasks, neither stands out in color accuracy or exceptional clarity. For engineering and design work, neither laptop provides the wide color gamut required for precise color work, making them less suitable for professional design tasks that depend on DCI-P3 or Adobe RGB standards. Gamers and those into 3D applications will find the refresh rates on both models lacking, as neither is designed with the high refresh rate displays preferred for smooth visuals in fast-paced games or fluid 3D rendering.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 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
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the MSI GF63 Thin has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$421
$599
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is equipped with integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, providing moderate gaming and 3D capabilities; however, those seeking better performance in these areas might prefer the MSI GF63 Thin, which includes a dedicated Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU but sacrifices some portability due to its larger size and weight. Both models have similar IPS displays with maximum 60Hz refresh rates, but serious gamers might seek screens with faster refresh rates for smoother visuals.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
6.0/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 14 and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 14, with an Intel i5-1235U processor and integrated Iris Xe graphics, offers moderate performance suitable for lighter engineering tasks but may lag behind in more GPU-intensive design applications, while its portability and keyboard quality are noted strengths.
Build Quality
7.0/10
6.5/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook 14 to have good build quality, while the MSI GF63 Thin has only fair 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 Vivobook 14 and the MSI GF63 Thin compare to other laptops
"If you leave aside the meagre port selection (no card reader, no DisplayPort, no Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.1 Gen2), the fan control that could be improved (idle mode!) and the relatively dark and slow display, the MSI GF63 Thin 9SC does not have any major weaknesses. The 15-inch gamer is compact, has a low weight and offers a good price-to-performance ratio, which should please gamers that are looking for both a portable and an affordable gaming notebook. Input devices, battery life, case quality and performance are all appropriate for this purchase price."
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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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