The ASUS Zenbook 14 prioritizes portability and affordability, making it ideal for everyday tasks and light computing work. Its sleek design and long battery life ensure convenience for on-the-go users. Conversely, the MSI Vector GP76 is tailored for performance-intensive tasks like 3D rendering, machine learning, and gaming, thanks to its robust processing power and advanced graphics capabilities. However, it is more expensive and less portable due to its size and shorter battery life. So, if your work requires high-performance computing and you're less concerned about cost and portability, the MSI Vector GP76 is the better choice; otherwise, the ASUS Zenbook 14 offers a balance of performance, cost-efficiency, and mobility. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14
Very good overall display quality
Very good portability
Good battery life
Advantages of the MSI Vector GP76
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Very good overall build quality
Key differences
General Use
7.2/10
8.0/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
339.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
4.0 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
8.6/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
5.8/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 offers a balance of features suitable for general use with solid screen quality thanks to its OLED panel, decent battery life, and excellent portability; however, it has more modest performance with less RAM and a less powerful CPU compared to the MSI Vector GP76. The MSI Vector GP76, on the other hand, excels in performance with a superior CPU and ample RAM, and while it has a larger screen for multitasking, it is less portable and has shorter battery life, making it less ideal for on-the-go usage but great for demanding tasks.
Gaming and AI
6.1/10
8.4/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.5/10
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is only fair.
The MSI Vector GP76 is more suited for gaming and 3D due to its powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a high screen refresh rate of 360, delivering smoother visuals in fast-paced games. In contrast, the ASUS Zenbook 14 with its Intel Iris Xe GPU and a modest 90 refresh rate is adequate for less demanding games, offering a tradeoff in favor of its lighter weight and higher portability.
Engineering and Design
7.2/10
8.7/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 is good.
The MSI Vector GP76 offers superior performance for engineering and design with a more powerful CPU, significantly more RAM, and a high-end GPU, which are favored for demanding software used in these fields. In contrast, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 offers a high-quality OLED screen with great color accuracy, it has a less powerful CPU, less RAM, and an integrated GPU, thus making it less ideal for intensive tasks, despite being lighter and more portable for everyday use.
Content Creation
7.3/10
8.0/10
7.1/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.1/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Vector GP76 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 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.
Screen Quality
8.3/10
7.9/10
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
360Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
264.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a better screen than the MSI Vector GP76 for general use, and engineering and design, while the MSI Vector GP76 has a better screen for gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
The ASUS Zenbook 14 boasts a higher resolution and brighter display, offering sharper and more vibrant visuals for everyday tasks and precision work in engineering and design, where color accuracy and clarity are crucial. However, its lower refresh rate impacts the fluidity and smoothness during 3D gaming which affects the overall experience. The MSI Vector GP76, while still providing a good display for daily use and sufficient color coverage for engineering and design work, falls short for gaming enthusiasts seeking high refresh rates for seamless motion rendering.
Battery
8.0 Hours
4.0 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has 8 hours of battery life. The MSI Vector GP76 has 4 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
Very Good
Poor
14.0in
SIZE
17.3in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
6.3 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
1.0in
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has very good portability, while the MSI Vector GP76 has poor portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$300
$1,760
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
The ASUS Zenbook 14 has a price of $300 and the MSI Vector GP76 costs $1,760.
The MSI Vector GP76 and ASUS Zenbook 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.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.0/10
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Vector GP76 to have very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook 14 has 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 Zenbook 14 and the MSI Vector GP76 compare to other laptops
"Users who travel frequently and are looking for a portable laptop are in the right place with the Asus ZenBook 14. The sleek case is extremely light (1.2 kg) and surprisingly thin (1.5 cm). Outdoor use is also enjoyable thanks to the bright Full HD display, which is something that can rarely be said about laptops with TN or IPS panels. The excellent battery life complements this as well. Longer trips are no problem with the ZenBook 14. Another plus point is the high-performance Ryzen 7 5700U, which often leaves the Intel competition in the dust thanks to its large number of cores."
"The MSI Vector GP76 12UGS is a gaming laptop on speed. The advantages are clear: The Vector GP76 is a real gamer with its 360 Hz display and super-fast response times. In addition, the Core i7-12700H has double the power of the CPU in its predecessor and another highlight is the Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti with a real power consumption of 150 watts. This places the device in the top range of our database. The Vector can also operate rather quietly, offers a full sound range, improved battery runtimes, a key-configurable RGB keyboard, a very stable chassis and good upgrade options. Moreover, the display produces a nice, rich and clear picture."
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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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