The ASUS Zenbook 14X might be the right choice for you if you prefer a laptop that is more affordable, with good portability due to its lighter weight and smaller size, and if general use and portability are your priorities. However, if you need higher performance for 3D rendering, machine learning, or intensive gaming, and are willing to invest in a heavier and larger laptop that carries a higher price, the MSI Raider GE67Hx with its more powerful GPU and CPU could serve you better, even though it compromises slightly on portability due to its extra weight. Both have solid build quality and similar battery life, but the MSI excels in raw performance and has a higher refresh rate display, which is beneficial for fast-paced gaming and intricate engineering tasks. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X
Very good portability
Advantages of the MSI Raider GE67Hx
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for gaming and AI
Very good for content creation
Excellent overall display quality
Very good overall build quality
Excellent keyboard
Key differences
Gaming and AI
6.5/10
8.7/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
Yes
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
Yes
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
6.2/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good for gaming and AI, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X, with its Nvidia MX550 GPU and a screen refresh rate of 90Hz, offers a moderate gaming and 3D experience, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx, equipped with a much more powerful Nvidia RTX 3070 Ti GPU and a higher screen refresh rate of 240Hz, excels in gaming and 3D performance.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
8.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
3.9/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
8.8/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X is equipped with a moderate CPU and GPU, making it suitable for some engineering and design tasks, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx has a high-end CPU and GPU, enhancing its ability to handle very demanding engineering and design workloads. Both have quality OLED screens, but the Raider's higher GPU capability, crucial for engineering software with graphical demands, gives it an edge, albeit with less portability due to its greater weight and size.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.3/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
The MSI Raider GE67Hx is 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.
Screen Quality
8.3/10
9.1/10
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
OLED
90Hz
REFRESH RATE
240Hz
339.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
344.0 nits
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook 14X for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
For general use, the ASUS Zenbook 14X's high resolution and brightness offer clear and vivid visuals, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx's similarly high-quality display with excellent brightness and resolution provides crisp images and readability. In engineering and design, both laptops offer displays with wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation which is crucial for detailed work. However, for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion is key, the high refresh rate of the MSI Raider GE67Hx makes it stand out, despite both having less than ideal refresh rates for these purposes.
Portability
Very Good
Fair
14.0in
SIZE
15.6in
3.0 lbs
WEIGHT
5.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.9in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has very good portability, while the MSI Raider GE67Hx has only fair portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
7.8/10
8.5/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx has very good build quality, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X has good build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$777
$2,349
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
$3,000
$3,500
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has a price of $777 and the MSI Raider GE67Hx costs $2,349.
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers MSI Raider GE67Hx to be very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X is favored for general use because of its lightweight design and OLED screen, providing a balance between portability, vivid display quality, and reasonable battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Raider GE67Hx, with a more powerful CPU and GPU and a larger high-refresh-rate screen, is better suited for demanding tasks, but it is less portable and heavier, impacting its convenience for everyday carry.
Software Development
7.4/10
7.9/10
7.9/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.6/10
16.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1440
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
9.0/10
The MSI Raider GE67Hx 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.
Battery
5.5 Hours
5.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X has 5.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Raider GE67Hx has 5.5 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.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14X and the MSI Raider GE67Hx 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."
"If you've wanted to dip your toes into PC gaming but can't let go of your console roots, the MSI Raider GE67 HX stakes out an attractive middle ground between the speed and versatility of PC gaming and the comfort and ease of a console. If you can overlook its noisy fans and chintzy touchpad, the Raider provides a powerhouse entertainment experience with an OLED screen that tops most household TVs. It's not cheap, but this gaming machine is more than the sum of its parts."
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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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