If cost is a primary concern, the ASUS Vivobook 15X might be the favorable option, providing reasonable performance for everyday tasks and light gaming at a lower price point. If your work involves intensive engineering software, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while pricier, offers higher performance. For those prioritizing a lightweight, travel-friendly laptop with longer battery life, the MSI is typically better suited. The ASUS might appeal to those who prefer a larger screen for multimedia consumption, although this may come at the expense of portability and battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 15X
The ASUS Vivobook 15X 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
7.1/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
8.0 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 15X is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X, with decent CPU and RAM, offers adequate performance but may not match the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, which has superior screen quality, longer battery life, and greater portability due to its lighter design, making it very good for general use. The Prestige 14 AI Evo also balances a comfortable keyboard, quiet operation, and effective heat management, which, along with its reliable storage, makes it a standout choice for extended work sessions, whereas the Vivobook 15X is a more budget-friendly option that compromises slightly on these factors.
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 15X are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 15X offers a dedicated GPU, which enhances gaming and 3D performance, and boasts a higher screen refresh rate for smoother visuals, but the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while having a lesser GPU, provides good screen quality and a capable CPU, making it suitable for less demanding gaming and 3D tasks with an emphasis on color-sensitive work.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.8/10
5.6/10
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 15X is only fair.
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers a more powerful CPU and superior GPU, essential for demanding engineering software, alongside a higher-quality screen and more RAM for efficient multitasking, which justifies its higher price and stands out for design tasks. Conversely, the ASUS Vivobook 15X, while reasonably capable for less intensive use, may struggle with complex engineering applications, yet it gains an edge in portability and is paired with a decent keyboard and lower operating noise for everyday tasks.
Content Creation
7.1/10
8.0/10
5.6/10
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 15X is good.
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
6.9/10
7.7/10
5.6/10
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 15X 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
6.2/10
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 15X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize a crisp and vivid display for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos, go for the MSI Prestige with its higher resolution and brightness, making everything look sharper and more vibrant. For engineering and design work, you would appreciate the MSI's broader color coverage, rendering more accurate and diverse colors, crucial for detailed and color-sensitive projects. However, for gaming or working with 3D applications, neither laptop would be ideal due to their limited refresh rates; although both can handle light gaming or 3D work, they won't provide the smooth visual experience dedicated gaming or 3D laptops offer.
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 15X has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$525
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 15X has a price of $525 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
"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."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 15X or the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo
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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