If your priority is price and basic tasks like web browsing or using office applications, the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is the more economical choice. However, if you need more power for tasks such as gaming, video editing, or graphic design, the MSI GF63 Thin will perform better but at a higher cost. The MSI also has a larger, higher-resolution display, which is better for multimedia and productivity. The ASUS is more portable due to its smaller size and weight, while the battery life may vary depending on usage, with the MSI potentially offering longer unplugged time due to a larger battery capacity. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 12
Excellent portability
Very good battery life
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
Good keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
5.4/10
6.0/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI GF63 Thin is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
5.3/10
6.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI GF63 Thin is only fair for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a less powerful Celeron processor, less RAM, and a lower tier integrated GPU than the MSI GF63 Thin, which makes it less suited for the demands of engineering and design tasks that typically require strong processing and graphics capabilities. Furthermore, the Vivobook Go's screen offers a lower resolution and quality compared to the MSI GF63 Thin's IPS display, which is crucial for detailed engineering and design work where screen clarity matters.
Screen Quality
5.1/10
6.1/10
11.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The MSI GF63 Thin has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a lesser display that results in visuals that are not as sharp or vibrant, making it less suitable for tasks that require fine detail or long periods of use. The MSI GF63 Thin offers a better display, providing clearer and more comfortable visuals for various tasks but may not satisfy users who need higher color accuracy for professional design work. Neither of these laptops has a high refresh rate screen, making them less ideal for 3D applications that benefit from smoother motion.
Battery
10.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has 10 hours of battery life. The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 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
Excellent
Good
11.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2.3 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has excellent portability, while the MSI GF63 Thin has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1/10
6.5/10
The MSI GF63 Thin has only fair build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$267
$599
$0
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
The ASUS Vivobook Go 12 has a price of $267 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to be only fair for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Content Creation
5.7/10
6.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to be only fair for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
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
5.7/10
6.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
5.3/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI GF63 Thin to be only fair for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 is poor.
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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Go 12 and the MSI GF63 Thin compare to other laptops
"If you leave aside the meagre port selection (no card reader, no DisplayPort, no Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.1 Gen2), the fan control that could be improved (idle mode!) and the relatively dark and slow display, the MSI GF63 Thin 9SC does not have any major weaknesses. The 15-inch gamer is compact, has a low weight and offers a good price-to-performance ratio, which should please gamers that are looking for both a portable and an affordable gaming notebook. Input devices, battery life, case quality and performance are all appropriate for this purchase price."
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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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