When choosing between the Asus Zenbook 14X and the MSI Creator M14, consider what you prioritize most. The Zenbook typically offers a balance of portability and performance, making it versatile for everyday tasks and some light creative work, with a sleek design that's easy to carry. Meanwhile, the MSI Creator series is tailored for content creators, with higher-end graphics capabilities suited to video editing and design work, but this also means it's usually heavier and may have shorter battery life. If your main focus is on media creation and you're less concerned about carrying the laptop often, the MSI might be the better pick. Otherwise, for general use and greater ease of portability, the Asus could be more suitable. Remember that both choices manage to meld good performance with high portability for their respective targets. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
Very good overall display quality
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Creator M14
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
7.3/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.7/10
The MSI Creator M14 is good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X, while offering a modest graphic processing unit (GPU) and standard screen refresh rate, may not provide the smoothest experience for high-end gaming and intensive 3D tasks. In contrast, the MSI Creator M14, with a more powerful GPU and higher screen refresh rate, delivers better performance for these applications, although it comes at a higher cost and may have a shorter battery life due to its more demanding hardware.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
8.4/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
6.5/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Creator M14 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X, with a robust CPU, ample RAM, and high-quality screen, offers the efficiency needed for most engineering tasks, but the MSI Creator M14's more powerful GPU gives it an edge in graphics-intensive applications like 3D modeling. While the Zenbook 14X boasts portability and a quieter operating noise which is better for on-the-go use, the Creator M14 excels with a superior keyboard and speaker quality that may enhance the user experience during long design sessions.
Screen Quality
8.3/10
7.5/10
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
350.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a better screen than the MSI Creator M14 for general use, gaming and AI, and engineering and design, while the MSI Creator M14 has a better screen for content creation, and software development.
If you prioritize crisp visuals and vivid color accuracy for tasks like photo editing, graphic design, or engineering, the ASUS Zenbook 14X may stand out due to its superior display that covers a wide range of colors. However, for gaming or 3D work where smooth motion is key, neither laptop excels, as their screens don't offer high refresh rates needed to reduce motion blur or screen tearing. For everyday tasks like browsing, video streaming, and document editing, both laptops will serve you well, with the ASUS possibly offering a bit more clarity and brightness for a slightly more enjoyable viewing experience.
Battery
5.5 Hours
4.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Creator M14 has 4.5 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.
Portability
Very Good
Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
3.5 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.8in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has very good portability, while the MSI Creator M14 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$777
$1,500
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a price of $777 and the MSI Creator M14 costs $1,500.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X offers a balance of performance and portability with its efficient CPU and RAM, making it a suitable choice for everyday tasks, but the MSI Creator M14 excels in the same areas while providing a superior screen quality, which is crucial for users who prioritize a sharper and more color-accurate display for their general use, although you may notice a tradeoff in battery life and portability compared to the Zenbook. While storage, keyboard, speakers, noise, and heat are also important, they don't weigh as heavily as the CPU, RAM, screen quality, portability, and battery life in this comparison.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.0/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Creator M14 to be very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X 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
7.4/10
7.8/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
8.9/10
16.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2880 x 1800
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The MSI Creator M14 and ASUS Zenbook 14X 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
7.8/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X and MSI Creator M14 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 Zenbook 14X and the MSI Creator M14 compare to other laptops
"With the Zenbook 14X, Asus has a 14-incher in its range that is - mostly - a joy to use. First, there is the colorful OLED panel with 3K resolution that displays the sRGB and DCI-P3 color spaces. The Zenbook is also at the forefront in terms of workmanship, input devices and connections with 2x Thunderbolt 4 ports and a generous keyboard layout. A pleasure to use, the Zenbook 14X is a solid, very well-built subnotebook that sits well on the table. A runtime of five hours, however, is below average for a high-end subnotebook nowadays. The OLED screensaver causes increased power consumption when in idle mode."
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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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