The ASUS Vivobook 17 offers a bigger screen ideal for those who prioritize a larger display for multitasking or enjoying media, and its lower price will appeal to budget-conscious buyers. However, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, while more expensive, typically provides better performance for demanding tasks like 3D design, machine learning, or gaming, and it's more portable due to its smaller size and lighter weight. The Prestige 14 may also have longer battery life, making it a better option for on-the-go users who need their device to last through the day without charging. Choose the ASUS for cost savings and screen size or the MSI for performance, portability, and potentially longer unplugged use. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook 17
The ASUS Vivobook 17 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
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.0/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
263.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 is good.
The ASUS Vivobook 17, with its larger screen and fair CPU performance, is suitable for basic tasks, but its size makes it less portable and often has a shorter battery life compared to smaller laptops. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo offers excellent CPU and RAM for smoother multitasking and high screen quality in a more portable form factor, which combined with longer battery life makes it ideal for demanding applications and on-the-go use.
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
9.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo and ASUS Vivobook 17 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook 17 and the MSI Prestige 14 Evo both have adequate GPUs for moderate gaming and 3D applications, but neither are top-tier, which impacts their gaming performance. Furthermore, the Vivobook's larger screen may provide a more immersive experience, though with standard refresh rates, while the MSI Prestige, with a higher quality screen, offers sharper images but on a smaller display.
Engineering and Design
6.3/10
7.8/10
6.2/10
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 17 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook 17, with modest CPU, RAM, and GPU capabilities, is adequate for basic engineering tasks, while its larger screen offers decent visibility for design work, making it a balanced choice for users who also value a larger display. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, with superior processing power and stronger graphics performance, is better suited for more demanding engineering software and tasks, and its compact size and solid build quality add to its portability and overall user experience despite a smaller screen.
Content Creation
7.0/10
8.0/10
6.2/10
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 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
7.7/10
6.2/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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
7.8/10
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
263.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook 17 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
Considering your usage scenarios, the ASUS Vivobook 17 offers an adequate display with decent resolution and brightness, making it suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and office work, but it may fall short for color-sensitive engineering and design due to limited color range coverage. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo, on the other hand, delivers a higher quality display, with better resolution and color accuracy, which is ideal for engineering and design work that requires precise color representation. However, both laptops are not best suited for 3D or gaming as their screens don't offer high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth visuals in fast-paced games or real-time 3D applications.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has 8 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
Very Good
17.3in
SIZE
14.0in
4.6 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook 17 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo 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
$1,300
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook 17 has a price of $429 and the MSI Prestige 14 AI Evo costs $1,300.
"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 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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