If budget is a primary concern, the Asus Vivobook Go 15 offers a more affordable option and is suitable for everyday tasks such as browsing, office applications, and streaming video. On the other hand, if you require a laptop with more power for applications like 3D modeling, machine learning, or high-end gaming, and you're willing to invest more, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is better equipped for those demands. Additionally, the MSI has a more portable design and may provide longer battery life, useful for those who are frequently on the move. Choose the Asus for cost savings and basic use, or the MSI for higher performance and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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
Very good portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
8.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a less powerful CPU and less RAM, leading to slower performance in everyday tasks, while its screen quality and battery life don't match up to more demanding general use standards. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers a more robust CPU and more RAM, ensuring smoother operation, a higher quality display for better viewing experiences, better portability, and longer battery life, making it a superior choice for general use.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
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
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 generally has lower-end graphics capabilities and a standard screen refresh rate, making it less suitable for demanding gaming and 3D applications where a high-quality GPU and faster refresh rates are crucial. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, on the other hand, offers better graphics performance and a superior screen refresh rate, paired with a more powerful CPU and high screen quality, contributing to a fair experience in gaming and 3D tasks.
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
8.0/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 may lack the processing power and memory necessary for demanding engineering applications, and its screen and graphics may not be up to par for design work; whereas the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo offers robust CPU and RAM, high-quality display, and a dedicated GPU that caters well to such tasks. Although the MSI is less portable, its superior keyboard and quieter operation make it a more suitable choice for extended work sessions in engineering and design environments.
Content Creation
5.7/10
8.1/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo is very 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
7.9/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo 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
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo 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 likely has a low-resolution display with limited brightness, which makes it less suitable for tasks that demand clarity, color accuracy, and visual comfort such as general computing or engineering work where fine details matter. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo likely features a higher resolution and brighter screen, with wide color gamut coverage, offering sharper images and truer colors essential for precise engineering and design tasks. However, for gaming and 3D applications, despite its high resolution and color accuracy, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo falls short if it lacks a high refresh rate, which is key for smooth motion and gameplay.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$240
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
"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."
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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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