If price is a major factor for you, the ASUS Vivobook 15 can be a sensible choice, especially for general use like browsing, office applications, and media consumption. If, however, you need superior performance for tasks such as 3D modeling, machine learning, or gaming, and you value a more compact and lighter design for easier portability, investing in the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo would be beneficial despite the higher cost. Additionally, if you often work on-the-go, the MSI typically offers better battery life, which could save you from frequently searching for power outlets. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15
The ASUS Vivobook 15 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
Very good portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.5/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 15 offers decent CPU performance and sufficient RAM for everyday tasks, but the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo surpasses it with a more powerful CPU and higher screen quality, making it better suited for demanding applications and multimedia enjoyment. The Vivobook is more budget-friendly and still reasonably portable, while the Prestige 14 boasts superior portability and longer battery life, appealing to those needing a laptop on the go with less frequent charging.
Gaming and AI
5.9/10
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 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook 15, with its decent GPU, can handle some gaming and 3D work, but its standard screen refresh rate may limit smooth visuals in fast-paced games. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a similar level of graphics performance and has a high-quality display, yet it also comes with a standard refresh rate, which might not be ideal for the most demanding gaming scenarios.
Engineering and Design
6.1/10
7.8/10
5.8/10
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 15 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 15 has a suitable CPU and RAM for light engineering tasks, but the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo boasts a more powerful CPU and higher quality GPU, making it better for more demanding engineering and design software. While both have decent screens, the MSI's is superior, enhancing design work; however, the ASUS offers a balance of moderate portability and usability, with a quieter operating noise that some may prefer for everyday use.
Content Creation
6.4/10
8.0/10
5.8/10
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 15 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
6.5/10
7.7/10
5.8/10
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 15 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
15.6in
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 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 15's screen may not render colors as vibrantly and offers more basic resolution and brightness, which is adequate for everyday tasks but may fall short for detailed engineering work and is less suitable for gaming that demands fast refresh rates. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, with higher resolution and brightness, offers clearer and more accurate visuals, serving general activities and engineering well due to better color reproduction, yet both laptops won't satisfy gamers or 3D designers who prioritize smooth motion and rapid screen updates. Overall, the Prestige's display is superior for general and professional use, but gamers should look elsewhere for optimal refresh rates.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15 has 6 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$530
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 15 has a price of $530 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
"The Asus VivoBook 15 is a quiet office notebook with a strong screen. However, the VivoBook 15 still has room for improvement. Office and internet applications as well as simple games do not pose any major challenges for the VivoBook - this is ensured by the built-in combination of Ryzen 7 5700U APU and 16 GB of RAM. Heat and noise emissions are acceptable. But, the laptop has weaknesses that should not be present at this level: lack of keyboard lighting, a slow memory card reader, no fast USB-C port (USB 3.2 Gen 2 or Thunderbolt 4) with Power Delivery and DisplayPort. Battery runtimes can only be described as average."
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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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