If cost is a major factor and you're looking for a laptop for everyday use, the Asus with its larger screen might be a better fit, offering decent performance for general tasks and more screen real estate for multitasking. However, if you require a laptop for creative work, like video editing or graphic design, the MSI is likely a better choice with its more powerful hardware tailored for such tasks, albeit at a higher price point. The MSI's smaller size also makes it more portable, though typically at the expense of battery life compared to larger models. Choose Asus for value and screen size, or MSI for higher performance and portability in creative endeavors. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 17, with its larger screen and adequate CPU and RAM, caters well to everyday tasks, yet its size and battery life may not favor constant movement. The MSI Creator M14, while also suitable for general use, has a smaller form factor for better portability and typically offers higher screen quality and more powerful CPU and RAM, enhancing performance for more demanding applications but often at a higher price point.
Gaming and AI
6.0/10
7.3/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 typically has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate which, while capable, doesn't match up to the more gaming-optimized specs like those in the MSI Creator M14; the M14 has a stronger GPU and higher refresh rate essential for smoother gaming and 3D performance. Although both have decent CPUs and screen quality, the MSI's superior graphic capabilities make it the better choice for gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
8.4/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 17, with decent CPU, RAM, and GPU specs, supports everyday engineering tasks and offers a good screen for designing, but the MSI Creator M14 with its higher-end CPU, more RAM, and better GPU is tailored for more demanding engineering software and provides superior screen quality for precise design work. While the Vivobook may be lighter and quieter, making it more portable with a comfortable keyboard, the MSI emphasizes power and high-quality visuals for professional creative work at the expense of being bulkier and possibly having more operating noise.
Content Creation
7.0/10
8.0/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 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
7.8/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 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
7.5/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The MSI Creator M14 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook 17, while offering a decent resolution and adequate brightness for daily tasks, may not provide the vibrancy or precision in color detail sought by engineers and designers who rely on color accuracy for their work. The MSI Creator M14, with better color coverage, caters well to the needs of professionals in engineering and design by providing more accurate and consistent color representation, enhancing the fidelity of their projects. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D applications, as they don't offer the high refresh rates that are crucial for smooth motion and fast-paced visuals in those fields.
Battery
6.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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.
Portability
Good
Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The MSI Creator M14 and ASUS Vivobook 17 both have good portability, though the MSI Creator M14 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.8/10
The MSI Creator M14 has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$429
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
"The ASUS Vivobook 17 is an affordable 17-inch laptop with passive cooling. On one hand, you get a really quiet and cool work device with a good system performance, many connections, good maintenance options, speakers acceptable for multimedia enjoyment, and a sharp and clear matte FHD IPS display with the Asus VivoBook 17 (F712JA). On the other hand, the USB-C port lacks Power Delivery and DisplayPort, and the display, a higher brightness and better color space coverage."
Get a great deal on the ASUS Vivobook 17 or the MSI Creator M14
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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