The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers affordability and is suitable for everyday tasks, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, being more expensive, provides higher performance for intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming. The MSI also likely has superior graphics capabilities but may be less portable due to its size and possibly shorter battery life. If portability and battery life are priorities and your tasks are relatively light, the ASUS is a good fit. However, for demanding software and multitasking, the MSI's higher cost reflects its more powerful hardware. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 14
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio
Very good for general use
Excellent for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Very good speakers
Very good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
6.2/10
8.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
250.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
8.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers basic CPU and RAM capabilities sufficient for everyday tasks, while its lightweight design and long battery life enhance its portability, but it falls short in screen quality compared to premium alternatives. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio boasts a high-end CPU and ample RAM, delivering excellent performance for demanding applications with a superior screen, yet its larger size and potentially shorter battery life may limit its ease of transportation.
Gaming and AI
5.7/10
8.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a less powerful GPU and lower screen refresh rate, which limits its ability to smoothly handle the high demands of gaming and 3D applications, whereas the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is equipped with a top-tier GPU and a high refresh rate screen, ensuring superior performance and visual fluidity in these areas. Although both have capable CPUs and good screen quality, the GPU and screen refresh rate are the critical factors for gaming and 3D tasks, which makes the MSI a better choice for those needs.
Engineering and Design
5.9/10
9.1/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is excellent for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14, with its modest CPU, RAM, and GPU, falls short in handling the demanding tasks of engineering and design, and its screen quality doesn't favor precision work; whereas the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio offers powerful processing, abundant memory, and advanced graphics capabilities, making it better suited for such professional applications despite its heavier build and possibly noisier operation. The Stealth's premium screen also ensures finer detail visibility which is crucial for design precision, whereas the Vivobook might be more appealing for those prioritizing lightweight travel and quieter use over raw power.
Content Creation
6.5/10
8.5/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio 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
8.2/10
4.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio is very 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
8.4/10
14.0in
SIZE
18.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
250.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
305.0 nits
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 14 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 offers sufficient resolution and brightness for everyday tasks like web browsing and document editing, but it lacks the wide color gamuts needed for precise engineering and design work, and its lower refresh rate isn't ideal for the fast-paced visuals required in gaming and 3D applications. On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio, with its higher-quality display, provides clear and vibrant images for general use and is particularly suitable for engineering and design, thanks to its coverage of professional color spaces, but like the ASUS, it falls short in gaming and 3D due to an inadequate refresh rate. Therefore, for routine activities and professional work involving graphics, the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio excels, but for a better gaming or 3D experience, a laptop with a higher refresh rate would be preferable.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
18.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
6.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has very good portability, while the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
6.5/10
8.0/10
The MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio has very 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
$2,900
$0
$1,000
$2,000
$3,000
$4,000
The ASUS Vivobook Go 14 has a price of $450 and the MSI Stealth 18 AI Studio costs $2,900.
"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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