The ASUS Vivobook S 15 provides balanced features for general use and should benefit those who prefer a slimmer, lighter laptop with a quality screen good for media consumption and day-to-day tasks. On the other hand, the MSI Bravo 15 leans more toward gaming and performance-heavy tasks like 3D rendering or machine learning, owing to its dedicated graphics card. However, it is slightly heavier and bulkier, which might reduce its portability. Both laptops offer midrange pricing, but the decision largely depends on whether you prioritize portability and screen quality (ASUS) or gaming and performance capabilities (MSI). Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15
Good for software development
Good overall build quality
Good portability
Advantages of the MSI Bravo 15
Good for gaming and AI
Key differences
General Use
7.7/10
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
267.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
9.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
6.0 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
7.7/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
6.9/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and MSI Bravo 15 are both good for general use, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 is somewhat better.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 boasts a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and a higher battery capacity, which contribute to its suitability for general use, coupled with a better portability score and longer battery life, making it a better everyday machine. In contrast, while the MSI Bravo 15 offers a dedicated graphics unit, which may appeal to gamers, it falls behind with less RAM, a smaller battery, and lower portability, making it a bit less versatile for non-gaming tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
7.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
7.1/10
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 Bravo 15 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 is only fair.
The MSI Bravo 15, with its Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU and higher screen refresh rate, provides a more fluid visual experience and better game rendering than the ASUS Vivobook S 15, which has an integrated AMD Radeon GPU that is less capable for demanding gaming and 3D tasks. While both laptops have IPS screens with similar quality, the GPU and refresh rate are key for gaming, making the MSI Bravo 15 a better fit for those priorities.
Software Development
7.4/10
6.8/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is good for software development, while the MSI Bravo 15 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
6.3/10
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
267.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a better screen than the MSI Bravo 15 for software development, and content creation, while the MSI Bravo 15 has a better screen for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15's screen may not be as vibrant or bright, impacting its suitability for tasks where image clarity and detail are important, like photo editing or design work. For engineering and other professional applications, both laptops' screens lack wide color gamuts needed to precisely render colors. When it comes to gaming and 3D work, the lower refresh rates on these laptops won't be ideal for fast-paced visuals, which can result in less fluid on-screen action.
Battery
9.0 Hours
6.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Bravo 15 has 6 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
Fair
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
4.9 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has good portability, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
The MSI Bravo 15 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 with its higher RAM and AMD Ryzen 7 5800H processor excels in demanding engineering and design applications, while its integrated Vega 8 graphics supports less intense graphical tasks. In contrast, the MSI Bravo 15 offers a dedicated Nvidia RTX 4050 GPU for more robust graphic performance, yet with its lesser RAM and AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS processor, it's slightly less optimal for multitasking heavy workloads.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.0/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and MSI Bravo 15 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.
Build Quality
7.0/10
6.7/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook S 15 to have good build quality, while the MSI Bravo 15 has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$908
$862
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $908 and the MSI Bravo 15 costs $862.
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How the ASUS Vivobook S 15 and the MSI Bravo 15 compare to other laptops
"Internals make Asus VivoBook S15 laptop a compelling option. The Asus multimedia laptop may look rather below-average with its modest black chassis, lack of a dedicated GPU, limited RAM and meagre port selection without Thunderbolt support. But your impression of the device will start changing once you set your eyes on its high-contrast OLED capable of producing deep blacks and highly accurate colours. And your opinion will change completely when the VivoBook is switched on. The AMD CPU can effortlessly keep up with powerful rivals from Intel. The integrated Radeon graphics blows away Intel's iGPU when it comes to graphics workloads such as rendering and simpler games."
"Overall, the MSI Bravo 15 C7U is a great gaming device for the masses that isn’t too pricey. The capable hardware (for the price range), the 144Hz display, and the comfortable keyboard are one of the things that should attract buyers who don’t want to spend a fortune on a new gaming laptop."
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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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