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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Vivobook 15X, with an AMD Ryzen processor, offers a fair balance between cost and efficiency, especially suitable for everyday tasks and lighter productivity work. It has a decent amount of storage and features that cater to non-specialized use. However, for graphic-intensive tasks like gaming or video editing, the MSI GF63 Thin could be more appropriate as it boasts a dedicated NVIDIA graphics card, which significantly outperforms integrated graphics, although it might come with less storage. The Vivobook might be slightly more portable due to its lighter weight, and it comes with a newer Windows version out of the box. When it comes to battery life, the MSI has a larger battery capacity, but actual battery life will depend heavily on usage patterns. The MSI GF63 Thin is somewhat older but may offer better performance for specific tasks like gaming, at the expense of lower storage capacity and potentially shorter battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
- Good for general use
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.1
6.0
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers a balance for general use with its competent AMD processor and integrated graphics, suitable for everyday tasks, and a moderate amount of RAM, coupled with a decent storage capacity and an IPS screen ensuring good color representation; however, it's a bit behind in portability due to its weight and has average battery life. On the other hand, the MSI GF63 Thin, while also providing fair performance for general use with an Intel CPU and a dedicated Nvidia GPU, offers less storage and slightly better portability due to its lighter weight, but it also suffers from shorter battery life and a lower contrast ratio on its IPS display, indicating less vibrant colors.
Content Creation
7.1
6.0
5.6/10
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 15X is good for content creation, while the MSI GF63 Thin 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
6.9
6.0
5.6/10
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 15X and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for software development, though the ASUS Vivobook 15X 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
6.2
6.1
15.6in
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 15X has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for software development, and content creation.
For general use, both the ASUS Vivobook 15X and MSI GF63 Thin offer adequate resolution and brightness for daily tasks, but the screen might not be as vibrant or color-accurate as premium models, which matters less for everyday activities like browsing and office software. In engineering and design, where precise color representation is crucial, both laptops may fall short in displaying the full spectrum of colors, making them less suitable for professional color work. When it comes to 3D and gaming, the refresh rate on both laptops isn't designed for high-level performance, leading to less fluid visuals, though resolution and panel type are serviceable for casual gaming and light 3D tasks.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has 8 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.
Cost
$525
$599
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
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Key similarities
Gaming and AI
6.0
6.0
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is equipped with an AMD Ryzen GPU which is typically less preferred for gaming compared to the Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q found in the MSI GF63 Thin, known for its better gaming performance. Both laptops have the same screen refresh rate, diminishing their abilities for high-end gaming known for requiring faster screen updates, but the dedicated Nvidia graphics card in the MSI gives it a slight edge for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.3
6.0
5.6/10
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 15X and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X is equipped with an integrated AMD GPU suitable for basic engineering and design tasks, complemented by a processor adequate for such applications; however, it may fall short for more graphics-intensive work due to its memory and GPU limitations. On the other hand, the MSI GF63 Thin includes a discrete Nvidia GPU that offers better performance for graphics-related engineering work, although its older processor compared to the ASUS might limit overall system responsiveness and speed in software applications, with both models featuring decent screen quality but not top-of-the-line displays for color-intensive tasks.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook 15X and MSI GF63 Thin both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0
6.5
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook 15X 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 15X and the MSI GF63 Thin compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Vivobook 15X | MSI GF63 Thin |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$525 | $599 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | April 1, 2023 | May 1, 2019 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14.2'' x 9.2'' x 0.7'' | 14.1'' x 10'' x 0.85'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.75 lbs | 4.1 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 14.16" | 14.13" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 9.15" | 9.99" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 7530U | Intel i5-10300H | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 1 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 4.25 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 42 Wh | 51 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 15.6" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 250 nits | 249 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.9/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | Yes | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 6.5/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 3 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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The Verge
Monica Chin | May 2023
"All in all, my day on the Vivobook had its ups and downs. It is a really pretty and well-built device, and it had all of the functionality I needed to get me through my browser-based workload. But the speakers weren’t my favorite, and the battery life was just too short."
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Florian Glaser | January 2020
"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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