If you're looking for a laptop that's budget-friendly, easy to carry around, and suitable for everyday tasks, the ASUS Vivobook 16X could be a good fit. On the other hand, if you're a professional or a gamer who needs top-notch performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, or high-end gaming and don't mind spending more, the MSI Titan 18 HX offers much more power, although it is heavier and may have shorter battery life. Remember, the larger size and higher price of the MSI are tradeoffs for its increased capabilities in demanding applications. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 16X
Good portability
Best in class speakers
Advantages of the MSI Titan 18 HX
Very good for general use
Best in class for engineering and design
Excellent for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Excellent for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Best in class keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.6/10
8.8/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
300.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
5.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers a balance of performance for everyday tasks with its adequate CPU and RAM, along with a decent screen and battery life that supports portability, whereas the MSI Titan 18 HX, with its higher-end CPU and more RAM, excels in more demanding applications and has superior screen quality, but is less portable and has a shorter battery life. Both laptops provide ample storage and satisfactory keyboard and speaker quality, but the MSI may produce more heat and noise under heavy usage due to its more powerful components.
Gaming and AI
7.7/10
9.4/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
Yes
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
Yes
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X provides adequate graphics capabilities and a decent screen refresh rate suitable for casual gaming and 3D applications, while the MSI Titan 18 HX offers superior GPU performance and a higher refresh rate, greatly enhancing gaming and 3D experiences. Although both have capable processors and good screen quality, the MSI Titan 18 HX's focus on top-tier graphics performance makes it a standout choice for serious gamers and professionals working with intensive graphics.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
9.9/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
8.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
The MSI Titan 18 HX is best in class for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X is very good.
The ASUS Vivobook 16X offers solid CPU, RAM, and GPU capabilities suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, along with a high-quality screen for clear visuals, but it falls behind the MSI Titan 18 HX, which features top-tier performance hardware and superior screen quality for the most complex projects. While the Vivobook is more portable and may have a quieter operating noise, the Titan 18 HX's strengths lie in its unmatched power and larger, more vivid display, making it the preferred choice for those who prioritize performance over mobility and are okay with a bulkier build and possibly louder operation during heavy use.
Content Creation
7.7/10
9.0/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
The MSI Titan 18 HX is excellent for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X 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
7.4/10
8.9/10
9.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
128.0 GB
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
7.5/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
10.0/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX is very good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X is good.
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
7.3/10
9.2/10
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1200
RESOLUTION
3840 x 2400
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
Mini LED
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
120Hz
300.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
401.0 nits
The MSI Titan 18 HX has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 16X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the MSI Titan 18 HX stands out due to a higher resolution and brighter display, making texts sharper and colors more vibrant; however, this also generally means a higher price. In engineering and design, the Titan's superior color gamut coverage ensures more accurate color reproduction, essential for detailed work, but this often translates to a higher investment in the device. When it comes to 3D and gaming, despite the ASUS Vivobook 16X being adequate, the lower refresh rate compared to specialized gaming laptops means less fluid motion, which could be a disadvantage for fast-paced gaming or 3D rendering.
Portability
Good
Poor
16.0in
SIZE
18.0in
4.2 lbs
WEIGHT
7.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
1.2in
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has good portability, while the MSI Titan 18 HX has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.0/10
8.5/10
The MSI Titan 18 HX has very good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 16X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$1,200
$4,800
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
$4,000
The ASUS Vivobook 16X has a price of $1,200 and the MSI Titan 18 HX costs $4,800.
"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."
"With no new Nvidia GPU this year for laptops, MSI had to refresh everything surrounding the graphics card to make up for it. Users are getting a new 18-inch chassis design, new 14th gen Intel HX CPU, new AC adapter, larger keys, and a new 120 Hz HDR1000 mini-LED 4K display to accompany the high price tag. Most of these changes are a step up from last year's GT77, but users are ultimately getting the same gaming performance out of both models."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 16X or the MSI Titan 18 HX
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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