The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is better for tasks that require a bit more battery life and a larger screen, but it is heavier, which affects portability. The MSI Prestige 14 is lighter and more portable with a better build quality and screen colors, but it has a smaller screen and less battery capacity. If your priorities are a vivid display and you need to carry the laptop frequently, the MSI is a good choice. However, if you prefer longer battery life and a larger display for productivity or multimedia purposes, consider the ASUS. Both laptops perform similarly for general use, 3D/machine learning tasks, and engineering, but the MSI may offer slightly better color reproduction for creative work. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 14.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
Very good portability
Good speakers
Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.3/10
6.9/10
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
267.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 has a better screen than the ASUS Vivobook S 15 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
In terms of general use, the MSI Prestige 14 delivers richer visuals and sharper details due to its higher resolution and brighter display compared to the ASUS Vivobook S 15. For engineering and design, the Prestige 14's wider color gamuts ensure more accurate color representation, which is crucial for detailed work, whereas the Vivobook's color range is less extensive. However, for gaming and 3D applications, both the Vivobook S 15 and MSI Prestige 14 fall short as they have lower refresh rates, which results in less fluid motion and slower response times than what's desired for fast-paced visuals.
Portability
Good
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
14.0in
3.9 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$908
$1,040
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a price of $908 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $1,040.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and MSI Prestige 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 is suitable for general use with a powerful AMD CPU and plentiful RAM, offering a larger screen and more storage, making it well-suited for multitasking and media consumption. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14 has a capable Intel CPU and the same amount of RAM, but with its lighter weight, more compact size, and quality screen, excels in portability and display fidelity for on-the-go use.
Gaming and AI
6.3/10
6.2/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and MSI Prestige 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has a solid GPU in the AMD Ryzen 5800H with Vega 8 graphics which is appropriate for casual gaming and 3D work, but it has a standard screen refresh rate that isn't ideal for fast-paced games; the MSI Prestige 14, while highly portable with a lower weight, also offers modest gaming capabilities with its Intel Iris Xe graphics but might deliver sharper screen quality due to higher pixel density, at the cost of gaming fluidity given its similar standard refresh rate.
Engineering and Design
7.1/10
7.1/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 are both good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15, with its AMD Ryzen CPU and Vega 8 GPU, caters to the demands of engineering and design tasks, but the limited color coverage in the display may not suit all design needs despite its larger screen and higher storage. The MSI Prestige 14, although less equipped for heavy workloads due to the Intel i5 CPU and Iris Xe graphics, boasts a superior color-accurate display and greater portability, making it a solid choice for design work on the go.
Content Creation
7.6/10
7.5/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and MSI Prestige 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
7.4/10
7.3/10
7.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 and MSI Prestige 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.
Battery
9.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 has 8.5 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
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Vivobook S 15 both have good 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 S 15 and the MSI Prestige 14 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."
"The MSI Prestige 14” is excellent for productivity and business use cases, but it is not ideal for creators or visual content editors. The Prestige was able to power through days of email, spreadsheets, and text documents without breaking a sweat and was a joy to use. The additional ports were a breath of fresh air, as most laptops seem to be moving towards just Thunderbolt ports. The security options made signing in effortless, with two quick, more secure, and faster options than even the most complex alphanumeric passcode."
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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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