When considering the Asus Vivobook 14 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, keep in mind that the MSI may offer higher performance and better suitability for demanding tasks like 3D work or machine learning, making it a good fit for professionals or enthusiasts in those fields. The Asus, while more budget-friendly, can handle general use and lighter engineering tasks effectively but may not perform as well with intensive software. Additionally, the MSI might have a superior build quality and display, enhancing the overall experience, but if portability and price are major concerns, the lighter and less costly Asus could be the wiser choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 offers adequate performance for everyday tasks, but its CPU and RAM are less powerful compared to the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, which means the Prestige may handle multiple applications and demanding tasks more smoothly. Additionally, the Prestige 14 boasts superior screen quality, longer battery life, and better portability, making it a strong option for users who prioritize a high-quality display and the ability to work on the go without frequent charging.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
6.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and ASUS Vivobook 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 14, with a reasonable GPU, allows for decent gaming and 3D tasks but may not provide the smoothest experience due to a standard screen refresh rate. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo also has a competent GPU and a quality screen which supports similar tasks, although the average refresh rate could limit performance in fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.8/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 delivers adequate performance for engineering tasks with its processor and memory, but may fall short for more demanding software due to its less powerful graphics and standard screen quality. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, with a stronger processor, more RAM, and superior graphics, excels in these areas, making it a superior choice for intensive engineering work, despite being less portable and having a louder operating noise.
Content Creation
6.9/10
8.0/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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
7.7/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
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
7.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 14's display offers adequate resolution and brightness for web browsing and document editing, but its limited color range and lower refresh rate do not suit color-critical engineering tasks or the smooth visuals required for gaming. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo provides sharper images and a wider color spectrum which is ideal for detailed engineering work, though it still falls short for gaming due to a lower refresh rate. Both laptops would benefit from higher refresh rates and improved panel technologies to meet the demands of high-frame-rate gaming or fast-paced 3D rendering.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has 8 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.
Cost
$421
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and ASUS Vivobook 14 both have very good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and ASUS Vivobook 14 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 Vivobook 14 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
ASUS Vivobook 14
MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
GENERAL
Price
Price
$421
$1,300
Release Date
Release Date
March 1, 2023
February 1, 2024
Overall Dimensions
Overall Dimensions
12.8'' x 8.4'' x 0.7''
12.3'' x 7.5'' x 0.7''
Weight
Weight
3.09 lbs
3.7 lbs
Width
Width
12.79"
12.3"
Depth
Depth
8.42"
7.46"
INTERNAL
Processor
Processor
Intel i5-1235U
Intel Core Ultra 7 155H
RAM
RAM
8 GB
16 GB
DDR Memory Version
DDR Memory Version
4
5
RAM Slots
RAM Slots
1
0
Storage
Storage
256 GB
1024 GB
Storage Slots
Storage Slots
1
1
Graphics
Graphics
Iris Xe
Arc 8-Cores
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
Mux Switch / Advanced Optimus
No
No
GPU Type
GPU Type
Integrated
GPU Memory (VRAM)
GPU Memory (VRAM)
N/A
Supports DLSS
Supports DLSS
No
No
Supports Ray Tracing
Supports Ray Tracing
No
No
BATTERY
Battery Life
Battery Life
7 Hours
8 Hours
Battery Capacity
Battery Capacity
42 Wh
90 Wh
SCREEN
Diagonal Size
Diagonal Size
14"
14"
Display Technology
Display Technology
IPS
IPS
Resolution
Resolution
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1200
Refresh Rate
Refresh Rate
60Hz
144Hz
Display Brightness
Display Brightness
250 nits
415 nits
Screen Aspect Ratio
Screen Aspect Ratio
16:9
16:10
Pixel Density
Pixel Density
157.35 PPI
161.73 PPI
Contrast
Contrast
Unknown
1802: 1
Display Response Time
Display Response Time
Unknown
59.6 ms
DCI-P3
DCI-P3
50 %
79 %
sRGB
sRGB
67 %
99 %
Adobe RGB
Adobe RGB
50 %
77 %
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS
Build Quality Score
Build Quality Score
7/10
7.4/10
Portability Score
Portability Score
8.5/10
8.6/10
Gaming Laptop Appearance
Gaming Laptop Appearance
No
No
Premium Business Laptop
Premium Business Laptop
No
No
Fan Noise Score
Fan Noise Score
7.5/10
7.5/10
Facial Recognition
Facial Recognition
No
Yes
Upper Side Temp (Max)
Upper Side Temp (Max)
49.2°C
46.1°C
Lower Side Temp (Max)
Lower Side Temp (Max)
54°C
58.1°C
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
Palm Rest Temp (Max)
35.4°C
36.1°C
Keyboard Lighting Color
Keyboard Lighting Color
N/A
White
Warranty Period
Warranty Period
1 year
1 year
HARDWARE FEATURES
Keyboard Quality Score
Keyboard Quality Score
6.8/10
7.5/10
Speaker Quality Score
Speaker Quality Score
6/10
7/10
Webcam
Webcam
720p
1080p
Fingerprint Reader
Fingerprint Reader
Yes
Yes
Backlit Keyboard
Backlit Keyboard
No
Yes
Number Pad
Number Pad
No
No
CONNECTIVITY
USB Type-A
USB Type-A
3
1
USB-C ports
USB-C ports
1
2
USB-C Charging
USB-C Charging
No
Yes
Display Outputs
Display Outputs
1
3
Thunderbolt Version
Thunderbolt Version
N/A
4
Thunderbolt Ports
Thunderbolt Ports
0
2
DisplayPorts
DisplayPorts
0
0
HDMI Ports
HDMI Ports
1
1
Ethernet
Ethernet
No
No
Bluetooth Version
Bluetooth Version
5.1
5.2
WiFi Version
WiFi Version
5
6E
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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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