The ASUS Vivobook 16X is typically less expensive than the MSI Prestige 15, offering a higher screen refresh rate and a better GPU, which makes it better suited for engineering and 3D/machine learning tasks. However, it's heavier than the MSI, impacting portability. The MSI has a longer battery life, which is advantageous for general use, and it's lighter, making it easy to carry around. If you value performance and are engaging in more intensive tasks, the ASUS could be a good choice. If you prioritize battery life and portability for everyday use, consider the MSI Prestige 15. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good overall display quality
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 15
Good battery life
Key differences
Gaming and AI
7.7/10
6.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is good for gaming and AI, while the MSI Prestige 15 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is equipped with a newer Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, which is more powerful for gaming and 3D applications than the older Nvidia GTX 1650 Max-Q GPU in the MSI Prestige 15. Additionally, the Vivobook has a higher screen refresh rate, which provides a smoother visual experience in fast-paced games compared to the Prestige 15's standard refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
7.2/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 15 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X is equipped with a more powerful CPU and GPU than the MSI Prestige 15, making it more suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks that require high-performance hardware. Additionally, the Vivobook 16X has a higher quality screen with better color coverage and a slightly higher speaker quality, contributing to an enhanced viewing and audio experience for design work; however, the Prestige 15 offers greater portability due to its lighter weight, which might appeal to users who need to frequently move with their device.
Screen Quality
7.3/10
6.8/10
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
298.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, and content creation.
When evaluating laptops for general use, both the ASUS Vivobook 16X and the MSI Prestige 15 offer screens with resolutions and brightness levels that provide clear, vivid images making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing the web, watching videos, and working with documents. For professionals involved in engineering and design, these laptops offer good color accuracy and coverage of color gamuts such as DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB, which are crucial for tasks that require precise color work, like photo editing or CAD. However, for gaming and 3D rendering, these laptops may fall short because their screens don't have high refresh rates, which are vital for smooth motion and a responsive gaming experience.
Battery
5.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has 5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 15 has 7.5 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.
Cost
$1,200
$1,044
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
$1,800
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,200 and the MSI Prestige 15 costs $1,044.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X, with a stronger CPU and better graphics card, suits those looking for more power in applications and gaming, and it has a higher screen refresh rate, which provides smoother visuals, but this comes with a heftier weight affecting portability.
Content Creation
7.7/10
7.5/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for content creation.
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
7.4/10
7.2/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook 16X and MSI Prestige 15 are both good for software development.
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.
Portability
Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
15.6in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 15 and ASUS Vivobook 16X both have good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 15 and ASUS Vivobook 16X 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 16X and the MSI Prestige 15 compare to other laptops
"I think the ASUS Vivobook 16X is fantastic. Great performance, decent battery life, good keyboard and trackpad, and a massive screen – just that the screen quality itself is kinda subpar. If you’re okay with the screen, then I think this is an okay laptop. However, I’d like to see a price drop."
"The MSI Prestige 15 offers a dazzling 4K image quality, and solid performance. The MSI Prestige 15 appears to consistently implement the guiding principle of throttling the solid and efficient hardware to such an extent that content creation succeeds perfectly. Performance-hungry tasks, on the other hand, are slowed down a little by the reduced power consumption. Conversely, this means that the case remains relatively cool and the dual fan subdued. The battery life also benefits somewhat. So the losses aren't really dramatic because full performance is still available for short bursts."
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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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