When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and the MSI Thin GF63, consider your needs carefully. The ASUS is substantially cheaper, with modest performance suitable for basic tasks like browsing and word processing, and is lighter for ease of portability. On the other hand, the MSI, despite being more expensive, offers considerable performance improvements for demanding processes such as 3D work, machine learning, or gaming, thanks to its powerful processor and dedicated graphics card. It also boasts a better display and a higher build quality but is slightly heavier, which could affect its portability. Battery life is a factor too, with the MSI likely offering better longevity between charges. If budget is your main constraint and your tasks are relatively light, the ASUS could serve you well, but if you need a machine for more intensive tasks and are willing to invest more, the MSI would be a better choice. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Go 15
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
Good for general use
Good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Good for content creation
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.6/10
7.4/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.9/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The MSI Thin GF63 is good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 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.
Gaming and AI
5.5/10
6.9/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
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
8.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is not well-suited for gaming and 3D applications, primarily because it uses a basic Intel UHD Graphics 600 GPU and has a standard 60Hz screen refresh rate, limiting its ability to render fast-moving images smoothly. In contrast, the MSI Thin GF63 is equipped with a powerful Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and a higher 144Hz screen refresh rate, enhancing its capability to handle graphic-intensive games and 3D rendering with higher fluidity and better visual performance.
Engineering and Design
5.4/10
7.5/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Thin GF63 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 is poor.
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has lower-tier components such as an Intel Celeron N4020 processor and Intel UHD Graphics 600 which are less suitable for demanding engineering and design tasks, while the MSI Thin GF63 is equipped with a more powerful Intel i7-12650H CPU and Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU, providing higher performance suitable for such intensive use.
Content Creation
5.7/10
7.4/10
3.3/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
4.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
TN
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Thin GF63 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
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 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
262.0 nits
The MSI Thin GF63 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS Vivobook Go 15 falls short due to its lower resolution and dimmer display making text and images less sharp and vibrant, while the MSI Thin GF63 with a fair screen quality offers a better visual experience due to its higher resolution and brightness. In engineering and design tasks, accurate colors are crucial; the Vivobook's limited color range makes it less suitable than the MSI, which has a fair color gamut encompassing more accurate hues for detailed work. When it comes to gaming and 3D applications where visuals play a significant role, the refresh rate becomes critical; the MSI's fair quality display may handle motion better than the ASUS, despite both having lower refresh rates compared to specialized gaming laptops.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Thin GF63 has 4.5 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.
Portability
Good
Good
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 and MSI Thin GF63 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
$1,400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook Go 15 has a price of $240 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $1,400.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook Go 15 to have good build quality, while the MSI Thin GF63 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 Thin GF63 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 MSI GF63 Thin 11SC can be an admirable value for gamers and power users on a minimal budget. For just $599 as reviewed in its base model, its Intel Core i5 H-class processor and Nvidia GeForce GTX 1650 graphics perform much better than low-wattage CPUs and integrated graphics. That said, this is a light-class gaming laptop. Low scores in our demanding gaming benchmarks indicate using lower visual-quality settings will be required for playable performance."
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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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