When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook 14 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio, consider the following tradeoffs. The ASUS Vivobook 14 is less costly, offers good general performance, and is lighter, making it more portable. This budget-friendly option is suitable for everyday use like web browsing, office applications, and light multimedia tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs more but provides superior performance for 3D applications, machine learning, and gaming due to its more powerful processor and advanced graphics card. It also has a higher resolution and refresh rate display for better viewing experience. The MSI has a longer battery life and a wider array of ports, which can be beneficial for engineering tasks that require peripherals. It is slightly heavier than the ASUS, potentially making it less convenient to carry around. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 14
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.9/10
7.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
5.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 14 is fair for general use due to its modest processor and RAM, lower screen brightness and color coverage, which affects visual experience, and sufficient but not outstanding battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio, on the other hand, is considered good for general use because of its superior processor and double the RAM, higher screen brightness and greater color space coverage which enhances the visual experience, and more robust battery life, but it is slightly less portable and has a slightly noisier fan.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
7.8/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio offers a more powerful Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 165Hz, making it better suited for gaming and 3D applications when compared to the ASUS Vivobook 14, which has a less powerful Intel Iris Xe GPU and a lower 60Hz screen refresh rate. Both factors significantly affect gaming and 3D performance, with the MSI's advantages providing a smoother and more visually appealing experience.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
8.5/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 14 is only fair.
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio, with its high-end Nvidia RTX 4060 graphics card, more powerful Intel i7 processor, and double the RAM of the ASUS Vivobook 14, excels in engineering and design tasks that demand superior computing and graphic processing power. While both laptops have similar portability and screen quality, the MSI's higher resolution screen and much better speakers offer a more pleasant user experience for extended work sessions, though it may come at a higher price point.
Content Creation
6.9/10
7.9/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is 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
7.4/10
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
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 Stealth 14 Studio 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
7.6/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering general use, the ASUS Vivobook 14 likely provides adequate clarity and visibility due to its resolution and brightness, but may not stand out for sharpness or color vibrancy. For engineering and design, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio's display boasts stronger color coverage, meaning more precise and vibrant color reproduction which is essential for detailed work, whereas the Vivobook 14 performs well enough for less color-sensitive tasks. However, both fall short for gaming and 3D applications due to lower refresh rates, which limits smooth visual transitions, although the MSI may fare slightly better due to its overall higher-quality display.
Battery
7.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has 7 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has very good portability, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.6/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and ASUS Vivobook 14 both have good build quality, though the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$421
$1,432
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook 14 has a price of $421 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,432.
"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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