The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 is a good option if you need a lighter laptop with a higher resolution OLED screen which is great for vivid colors and contrast, and it's usually less expensive. However, the MSI Thin GF63 offers better performance with a more powerful processor and dedicated graphics card, making it more suitable for gaming, 3D work, or intensive engineering tasks despite being slightly heavier and more expensive. Additionally, the MSI has a larger storage capacity and more memory, which are beneficial for multitasking and data-intensive applications, albeit with a lower battery life compared to the ASUS. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Good speakers
Advantages of the MSI Thin GF63
The MSI Thin GF63 has no clear advantages over the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14.
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
6.9/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the MSI Thin GF63 is somewhat better.
The MSI Thin GF63 is better suited for gaming and 3D applications than the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 because it has a dedicated Nvidia RTX 4050 graphics card, which provides better performance for these tasks compared to the Vivobook's integrated Iris Xe graphics. Additionally, the GF63 has a higher screen refresh rate, which makes for smoother visuals during gaming, whereas the Vivobook offers a lower refresh rate, which may not be as fluid for fast-paced games.
Engineering and Design
7.0/10
7.5/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
5.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Thin GF63 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both good for engineering and design, though the MSI Thin GF63 is somewhat better.
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.
Screen Quality
8.4/10
6.8/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
385.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
262.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a better screen than the MSI Thin GF63 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 offers a higher resolution and brightness level, contributing to clearer and more vibrant visuals for general use and detailed work in engineering and design, while its color coverage caters well to professional tasks requiring color accuracy. However, the laptop's lower refresh rate impacts gaming and 3D performances, making it less suitable for those needs. In contrast, the MSI Thin GF63, with fair screen quality, is serviceable for everyday tasks and some design work, yet it lacks the superior color gamut and resolution of the ASUS, and its also lower refresh rate is not ideal for high-speed gaming or 3D rendering.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has 8 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
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
4.1 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has very good portability, while the MSI Thin GF63 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
6.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has 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.
Cost
$548
$1,400
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has a price of $548 and the MSI Thin GF63 costs $1,400.
The MSI Thin GF63 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 has an OLED screen with high color accuracy which is excellent for media consumption, but its lesser CPU and lower RAM compared to the MSI Thin GF63 might make it less responsive during multitasking or more demanding tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Thin GF63 offers a more powerful CPU and double the RAM, making it better suited for heavier workloads, but it has shorter battery life and is heavier, which detracts from its portability.
Content Creation
7.3/10
7.4/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Thin GF63 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both good for content creation.
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
7.2/10
7.2/10
5.0/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The MSI Thin GF63 and ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 are both good for software development.
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.
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How the ASUS Vivobook Pro 14 and the MSI Thin GF63 compare to other laptops
"The Asus Vivobook Pro 14 OLED is a Pantone Validated laptop that packs a lot of processing power. The Asus VivoBook Pro 14 OLED's highlight is its outstanding display: Featuring a 3K resolution in the 16:10 format and nearly a 100% coverage of the Display P3 color space, the display hardly leaves anything to be desired. The Asus laptop also shows impeccable rates in terms of general system performance. Combined with long battery life, low noise emissions, and relatively good speakers, the laptop can be recommended to users who can accept compromises in terms of connectivity."
"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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