When choosing between the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, consider the Vivobook if you prefer a larger, more vibrant screen for multimedia and everyday tasks at a lower cost, acknowledging it may be bulkier and less portable. Opt for the Prestige if you prioritize a lightweight, compact laptop with likely better battery life, suitable for travel and productivity, but at a higher price. The Prestige might also offer a slight edge in performance for demanding applications like 3D work, machine learning, or gaming due to its possibility of featuring more premium components. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo
Very good for general use
Very good portability
Good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
8.9/10
8.2/10
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
415.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED boasts an OLED display which offers vibrant colors and deep blacks, leading to a sharp and enjoyable viewing experience for both everyday tasks and detailed engineering work due to its wide color gamut. However, its refresh rate is lower, making it less suitable for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while offering a very good display for general and professional use with accurate color representation, similarly falls short for gaming and 3D work due to its less than optimal refresh rate.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has 7 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has 8 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
Very Good
15.6in
SIZE
13.0in
3.7 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo has very good portability, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$990
$1,280
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED has a price of $990 and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo costs $1,280.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo to be very good for general use, while the ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED is good.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED offers vibrant screen quality and balanced performance for everyday tasks, but if you prioritize an easier-to-carry device with longer battery life for use throughout the day, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo stands out with its lightweight design and efficient energy consumption. Although the Vivobook's larger screen is beneficial for multimedia and productivity, the Prestige 13 AI Evo's superior portability and endurance might tip the scales for users frequently on the move.
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
6.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
144Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with its superior GPU and higher screen refresh rate, offers a smoother and more immersive gaming and 3D experience, whereas the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while still adequate, may not handle these tasks as efficiently due to its less powerful GPU and lower refresh rate. However, the MSI Prestige 13’s high-quality screen and capable CPU make it a suitable option for less demanding applications and general use.
Engineering and Design
8.2/10
8.0/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
3.8/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
4.2/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very good for engineering and design.
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED, with its high-quality screen and powerful GPU, excels in tasks requiring visual precision and complex computations, such as 3D modeling, making it ideal for engineering and design. Meanwhile, the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo, while still providing strong CPU and RAM capabilities for technical software, offers greater portability and a quieter operation, benefiting professionals who value mobility and a distraction-free environment.
Content Creation
8.2/10
8.1/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo are both very 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
7.9/10
7.9/10
9.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1620
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED and MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo 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.
Build Quality
7.2/10
7.4/10
The MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo and ASUS Vivobook S 15 OLED 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 OLED and the MSI Prestige 13 AI Evo compare to other laptops
"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."
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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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