The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is less expensive and offers great color accuracy, a touchscreen with an OLED display, making it excellent for general use and viewing content. It is lighter and thus more portable, but has less storage, lower RAM, and a lesser battery life compared to the MSI Prestige 16. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 16, while more expensive, provides more storage space, higher RAM and a slightly larger screen size, which, along with more powerful processing capabilities, makes it more suitable for intensive tasks such as engineering, 3D rendering, and machine learning. It has a better battery life as well, but is heavier, which might affect portability. Both laptops lack gaming-specific features like hardware ray tracing and aren't designed for intensive gaming despite good screen quality. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
Very good portability
Very good keyboard
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 16
Very good for general use
Very good for engineering and design
Very good for software development
Very good for content creation
Very good speakers
Key differences
General Use
7.5/10
8.4/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
376.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
7.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
7.6/10
The MSI Prestige 16 is very good for general use, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for general use with desirable screen quality thanks to its OLED panel and is relatively portable, but it has less RAM and a lower-tier CPU than the MSI Prestige 16, which could impact multitasking and performance. Conversely, the MSI Prestige 16, while being considered very good for general use with a more powerful CPU, more RAM, and higher storage capacity, is less portable and has a slightly bigger screen but uses an IPS panel, which typically offers less contrast than OLED.
Engineering and Design
7.7/10
8.2/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.8/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 16 is very good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good.
The MSI Prestige 16 is favored for engineering and design use over the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED due to its more powerful processor, higher RAM capacity, and larger, higher-resolution IPS display; although it is slightly larger and heavier, which may affect portability. The Prestige also offers a higher overall screen quality with better brightness and color accuracy, key for design work, but it's less portable than the Zenbook and may come at a higher cost.
Content Creation
7.6/10
8.3/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 16 is very good for content creation, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED 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
7.5/10
8.1/10
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
9.0/10
8.0 GB
RAM
32.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 16 is very good for software development, while the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good.
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.
Screen Quality
8.6/10
8.3/10
14.0in
SIZE
16.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
2560 x 1600
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
165Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
400.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the MSI Prestige 16 for general use, and engineering and design, while the MSI Prestige 16 has a better screen for gaming and AI, content creation, and software development.
When considering laptops for general use, the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and MSI Prestige 16 stand out due to their high-resolution displays and impressive brightness, ensuring clear and vivid images. For engineering and design tasks, both models deliver a broad range of colors, covering professional color gamuts required for precise color work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, these laptops fall short on refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth motion rendering and a more immersive experience, making them less favorable for fast-paced or visually demanding games.
Battery
6.0 Hours
7.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 16 has 7.5 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
16.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
4.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has very good portability, while the MSI Prestige 16 has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$575
$1,611
$0
$500
$1,000
$1,500
$2,000
$2,500
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the MSI Prestige 16 costs $1,611.
The MSI Prestige 16 and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The MSI Prestige 16 provides a higher screen refresh rate than the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED, which is more conducive to smooth visuals in gaming and 3D applications. Additionally, the MSI Prestige 16 comes with a stronger CPU, which can also contribute to better performance in these areas.
Build Quality
7.8/10
7.4/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and MSI Prestige 16 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 OLED and the MSI Prestige 16 compare to other laptops
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
"The MSI Prestige 16 Evo: 2023's best value 16” thin & light laptop with i7-13700H. One of the top choices for professionals and students seeking a high-performance, portable computing solution in 2023. While the MSI Prestige 16 Evo A13M may not boast the most striking design compared to some other 16" options, its relatively "safe" styling lends itself well to professional and educational environments. Significantly, it doesn't compromise on essential features like port selection or cooling performance, ensuring seamless connectivity and efficient thermal management. The 16 Evo A13M offers an excellent combination of performance, portability, and functionality, making it a compelling choice for professionals and students alike."
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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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