Based on the information available, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is a budget-friendly option that is much less expensive than the MSI Cyborg 15, and it would generally suit everyday tasks such as web browsing, document editing, or video streaming. However, it has less storage and memory, and its processor and graphics are not designed for demanding tasks. The MSI Cyborg 15, on the other hand, offers significantly better performance with a powerful processor and high-end graphics card, making it ideal for 3D applications, machine learning, gaming, and intensive engineering software. It also has a faster refresh rate screen, which is a plus for gaming and video work. Do note, though, that the MSI is heavier, likely has shorter battery life due to its more powerful components, and is more costly. If portability and budget are your main concerns, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 would be suitable. However, for high-end tasks and better overall performance, the MSI Cyborg 15 is the recommended choice, provided you are okay with the higher price and potentially lower battery life. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
Good overall build quality
Advantages of the MSI Cyborg 15
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.3/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.2/10
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 offers less RAM and a lower-end CPU which results in poorer performance for general tasks compared to the MSI Cyborg 15 which has higher RAM and a more powerful CPU, ensuring smoother operation. The Vivobook has a TN panel which is inferior in color reproduction and viewing angles when compared to the Cyborg's IPS display, making for a less enjoyable screen experience.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
7.2/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a basic Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and a standard screen refresh rate, not ideal for gaming, whereas the MSI Cyborg 15 comes with a high-end Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU and a higher refresh rate screen, making it well-suited for gaming and 3D applications.
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
7.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
PerfectRec’s Engineering and Design Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for graphic design and 3D rendering work.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for content creation, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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
5.9/10
7.2/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
4.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Cyborg 15 is good for software development, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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.
Screen Quality
5.2/10
6.8/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
234.0 nits
The MSI Cyborg 15 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15's screen has subpar resolution and low brightness, making it less ideal for activities that demand clarity, like browsing and video streaming. For engineering and design work that requires precise color representation, the limited color gamut coverage means less accuracy in color-critical tasks. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications, its lower refresh rate does not provide the smooth visuals that these applications often benefit from, impacting the overall experience.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.3 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and MSI Cyborg 15 both have good portability, though the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$240
$1,100
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the MSI Cyborg 15 costs $1,100.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Cyborg 15 has 7.5 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook Go 15 to have good build quality, while the MSI Cyborg 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and the MSI Cyborg 15 compare to other laptops
"The Asus Vivobook Go 15 is a good option if you’re looking for one device to tackle a bunch of smaller problems. For simple school studies, portable evening entertainment or distractions, and getting household admin or light office workloads out of the way, it’s a great little package with respectable battery life, and a great contender for the advent of cloud gaming."
"The focus of the MSI Cyborg 15 lies on a compromise of performance, mobility, and power consumption. Due to the reduced performance settings, the CPU and GPU perform below their capabilities. Nonetheless, their computing power is still sufficient for FHD gaming at high to maximum settings even then. The power consumption, which is low for a gaming laptop, can be translated into a good battery life. Realistic values of 7 to 8 h are still possible, despite the relatively small battery capacity of 53.5 Wh. Unfortunately the USB-C port doesn't offer any support for Power Delivery, which would be a sensible feature in the case of the Cyborg."
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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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