If cost is a primary concern and your activities include everyday tasks like browsing and document editing, the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers affordability without unnecessary frills. However, if you're engaged in more intensive endeavors such as video editing, graphics design, or programming, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while more expensive, provides stronger performance and may save you time and frustration. Keep in mind, though, that the Prestige typically boasts a sleeker design and higher build quality, which contribute to its heftier price tag. It's crucial to weigh the importance of performance and build against the premium you'll pay upfront. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 14
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.2/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers basic CPU performance and RAM, making it suitable for routine tasks, whereas the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, with a superior CPU and more RAM, handles more demanding applications smoothly. While both are portable, the MSI's higher screen quality and longer battery life provide a better experience for extended use, outweighing the ASUS's adequacy in storage, keyboard, speakers, noise, and heat management.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
6.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 lacks a powerful GPU and has a lower screen refresh rate, making it insufficient for smooth gaming and 3D rendering. In contrast, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo includes a better GPU and higher refresh rate display, providing enhanced graphics performance and a more fluid visual experience for such tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.9/10
8.0/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a less powerful CPU, less RAM, and a less capable GPU compared to the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, which limits its performance for demanding engineering and design applications. Additionally, the MSI Prestige offers a higher screen quality which is crucial for detail-oriented work, though it maintains portability with a well-built keyboard, acceptable speaker quality, and low operating noise.
Content Creation
6.5/10
8.1/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
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
6.4/10
7.9/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 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
8.2/10
14.0in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
When considering the Asus Vivobook Go 14, the screen quality suffices for tasks like browsing the internet or working with documents due to adequate resolution and brightness, but it lacks the high color accuracy and wider color gamuts such as DCI-P3 and Adobe RGB needed for engineering and design work. Moving on to the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, its superior screen delivers both the resolution and brightness needed for everyday tasks, and it stands out in color performance, making it suitable for professionals in engineering and design. However, both laptops fall short for gaming and 3D purposes because despite their screen resolutions and panel technologies, they don't have the high refresh rates required for smooth motion and gameplay.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 13 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.
Build Quality
6.5/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has good build quality, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$450
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a price of $450 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
"The lack of a backlit keyboard in this price segment shouldn't sway the buyer the other way. However, it still comes down to user preference. The Vivobook Go 14 is a decent laptop in an extremely competitive price segment. A few omissions are a part of the balancing to reach the price segment. The Asus Vivobook Go 14 is a rare find when it comes to the price to performance ratio."
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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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