For a balance of performance and portability with a stunning OLED display, the ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED is a strong contender. It offers a larger screen with higher resolution, making it ideal for detailed visual work and entertainment. The Intel Core Ultra 7 processor and Intel Arc GPU provide ample power for everyday tasks and some light gaming or creative work. Its slim design and longer battery life enhance its portability, though it's not the lightest option.
On the other hand, the MSI Stealth 14 Studio is designed for those who need more graphical power, thanks to its Nvidia RTX 4060 GPU, which is superior for gaming, 3D rendering, and machine learning tasks. The 16GB of RAM and 1TB SSD offer robust multitasking capabilities and plenty of storage. While it has a lower resolution screen, the IPS panel with a higher refresh rate is great for smoother gaming experiences. It's also slightly more compact and has a better keyboard, but expect a shorter battery life and less vibrant display compared to the ASUS.
In summary, choose the ASUS for its superior display and battery life if you prioritize visual quality and general use. Opt for the MSI if you need stronger gaming and graphics performance, despite some compromises on battery life and display richness. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED
Very good for content creation
Very good overall display quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Stealth 14 Studio
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Best in class speakers
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.7/10
7.8/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
8.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED is only fair.
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
7.9/10
8.5/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
4.2/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
9.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED is good.
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
8.6/10
7.6/10
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
600.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
300.0 nits
The ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED has a better screen than the MSI Stealth 14 Studio for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
PerfectRec’s screen quality scores take into account various important factors that are relevant for different use cases.
Battery
9.0 Hours
5.0 Hours
The ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED has 9 hours of battery life. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio has 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.
Cost
$999
$1,432
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED has a price of $999 and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio costs $1,432.
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED are both good for general use.
PerfectRec’s General Use Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for general productivity, web browsing, streaming, video calls, and running a wide variety of apps and programs.
Content Creation
8.0/10
7.9/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED to be very good for content creation, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio is good.
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
7.8/10
7.4/10
8.8/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
3200 x 2000
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED and MSI Stealth 14 Studio 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
16.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.3 lbs
WEIGHT
3.7 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers ASUS Vivobook S 16 OLED to have very good portability, while the MSI Stealth 14 Studio has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.4/10
7.6/10
The MSI Stealth 14 Studio and ASUS Vivobook S 16 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 16 OLED and the MSI Stealth 14 Studio compare to other laptops
"You'll find a versatility in the MSI Stealth 14 Studio that isn’t matched by many content-creator laptops we've tested of late. The small frame allows you to (potentially) work from anywhere with an outlet and, if noise isn’t a concern, run your most demanding of programs, thanks to some powerful hardware inside. The MSI Stealth 14 Studio is an attractive and powerful option if you want a portable laptop to be the center of your content work setup."
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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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