Considering the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is often significantly more expensive than the MSI GF63 Thin, you should reflect on your priorities. The ASUS offers a premium OLED display with higher resolution and brighter image, which might appeal to those who prefer superior visual quality for media consumption or creative work. However, the MSI provides dedicated graphics hardware that could be better for gaming and potentially some types of 3D work. If budget is a concern and you're looking at gaming or moderate performance needs, the MSI might be more suitable. On the other hand, if screen quality is a priority and you're ready to invest more, the ASUS could be the better option. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
Good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Good overall build quality
Good battery life
Good speakers
Advantages of the MSI GF63 Thin
Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
7.9/10
6.0/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
600.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.2 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.8/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.3/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good for general use, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers a high-performance CPU and more memory, which are crucial for multitasking and smooth operation, along with an OLED screen providing outstanding color and better viewing experience, making it excellent for general use. In comparison, the MSI GF63 Thin, with a lower-tier CPU and less memory, falls short in delivering similar performance, and its IPS screen, while still good, cannot match the OLED in terms of color richness and contrast, leading to it being rated lower for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.0/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and MSI GF63 Thin are both only fair for gaming and AI, though the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
6.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for engineering and design, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED outshines the MSI GF63 Thin in engineering and design use due to its superior processor, larger and faster memory, more advanced integrated graphics, and high-resolution OLED display with better color accuracy. While both laptops are fairly portable, the ASUS has a slight edge in portability and also provides a quieter operational experience with a higher quality keyboard, making it more suitable for extended periods of intricate work.
Content Creation
8.2/10
6.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is very good for content creation, while the MSI GF63 Thin is only fair.
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
7.9/10
6.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.3/10
16.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good for software development, while the MSI GF63 Thin 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
8.9/10
6.1/10
15.6in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
249.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the MSI GF63 Thin for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED boasts an OLED display, which offers vibrant colors and deep blacks, making it ideal for tasks that require accurate color representation like engineering and design, while also providing a sharp and bright experience for general use. However, its refresh rate is not as high as gaming-focused laptops, which is why it's less suitable for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is crucial. The MSI GF63 Thin, on the other hand, has a standard display that provides adequate quality for everyday tasks and engineering work, but lacks the wide color gamut and high refresh rate needed for specialized engineering software and fast-paced gaming.
Battery
7.0 Hours
4.2 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI GF63 Thin has 4.3 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
7.2/10
6.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good build quality, while the MSI GF63 Thin has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$990
$599
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the MSI GF63 Thin costs $599.
"The Asus Vivobook S 15 OLED excels as a capable work machine at an affordable price. It offers commendable performance, thanks to its 12th Gen Intel chip, delivers quality on-screen entertainment with its 15.6-inch OLED display, and can (kind of) get you through a full day of work. Oh, and its special Asus Antibacterial Guard is a nice touch for those who like a clean laptop."
"If you leave aside the meagre port selection (no card reader, no DisplayPort, no Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.1 Gen2), the fan control that could be improved (idle mode!) and the relatively dark and slow display, the MSI GF63 Thin 9SC does not have any major weaknesses. The 15-inch gamer is compact, has a low weight and offers a good price-to-performance ratio, which should please gamers that are looking for both a portable and an affordable gaming notebook. Input devices, battery life, case quality and performance are all appropriate for this purchase price."
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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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