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The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 typically comes at a somewhat higher price than the MSI Prestige 14, with twice the amount of RAM which benefits multitasking and more complex applications. They both contain the same amount of storage and similar integrated graphics suitable for casual gaming and basic visual tasks but not for intensive gaming or high-end 3D work. The Zenbook offers dual screens that could increase productivity for multitasking, but this also makes it heavier, impacting portability negatively compared to the lighter MSI Prestige. Both laptops have IPS displays with similar brightness and color coverage, ensuring good visual experience. The Prestige's higher contrast ratio might offer deeper blacks and more vivid visuals. If battery life is a priority, both laptops have similar longevity. The Prestige has an advantage in portability due to being lighter, and its keyboard is rated higher in quality, potentially offering a better typing experience. Choose the Zenbook for heavier multitasking and a unique dual-screen experience, or go with the Prestige for lighter travel and potentially nicer visual contrast. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
- The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has no clear advantages over the MSI Prestige 14.
Advantages of the MSI Prestige 14
- Good for engineering and design
- Good keyboard
Key differences
Engineering and Design
6.6
7.1
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The MSI Prestige 14 is good for engineering and design, while the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 is only fair.
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
6.8
6.9
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
314.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
The MSI Prestige 14 has a better screen than the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 for content creation, and software development.
When considering screen quality for general use, both the ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the MSI Prestige 14 offer high-resolution displays with bright and vibrant panels, making them suitable for everyday tasks like browsing and watching videos. For engineering and design, both laptops provide wide color gamuts, ensuring accurate color representation which is crucial for detail-oriented work. However, for gaming and 3D applications, the importance of high refresh rates takes precedence to reduce motion blur and provide smoother visuals, which these laptops lack, affecting their performance in fast-paced scenarios where quick screen updates are key.
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.8 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 both have very good portability, though the MSI Prestige 14 has somewhat better portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$999
$1,077
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
$1,400
$1,600
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a price of $999 and the MSI Prestige 14 costs $1,077.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.1
7.5
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
314.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
313.0 nits
8.5 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
8.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.8/10
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for general use.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has a high-performance CPU but comes with less RAM than the MSI Prestige 14, which may affect multitasking efficiency; both have high-quality IPS displays, but the Zenbook is slightly heavier and less portable with a lower-rated battery life. On the other hand, the MSI Prestige 14, while having a lower-tier CPU, benefits from more RAM, contributing to better performance in general use, and boasts a lighter build and higher portability score.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.2
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.7/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.0/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and the MSI Prestige 14 both offer fair performance in gaming and 3D contexts because they are equipped with integrated Intel Iris Xe graphics, which provide competent but not top-tier gaming capabilities, and both have a screen refresh rate capped at 60Hz, which is standard for many tasks but less than ideal for high-end gaming that benefits from smoother visuals at higher refresh rates. The Zenbook boasts a slightly more powerful CPU, which may offer an edge in processing efficiency; however, the MSI Prestige compensates with double the RAM, benefitting multitasking and complex tasks, and both share similar screen quality with IPS panels, ensuring good color reproduction and viewing angles.
Content Creation
7.3
7.5
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 are both good for content creation.
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
7.0
7.3
5.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
7.1/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1920 x 1080
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
6.7/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.5/10
The MSI Prestige 14 and ASUS Zenbook Duo 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.
Battery
8.5 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 has 8.5 hours of battery life. The MSI Prestige 14 has 8.5 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.4
The ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 and MSI Prestige 14 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 Duo 14 and the MSI Prestige 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| ASUS Zenbook Duo 14 | MSI Prestige 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$999 | $1,077 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | April 1, 2022 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.8'' x 8.7'' x 0.67'' | 12.6'' x 8.6'' x 0.63'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.64 lbs | 2.84 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.76" | 12.56" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.74" | 8.62" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i7-1195G7 | Intel i5-1240P | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8.5 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 53.8 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 314 nits | 313 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.2/10 | 8.8/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6.8/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 2 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | 4 | |
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ASUS Zenbook Duo 14
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Allen Ngo | May 2020
"The Asus ZenBook Duo's second screen is like the Apple Touch Bar, but better. Most would agree that having two screens instead of one can really boost productivity and the ZenBook Duo is no different in this regard. It's tough going back to just one screen after becoming accustomed to spacious dual-screen setups. For a laptop form factor, however, users will have to accept some compromises. Firstly, weight is the most obvious drawback as the system is several hundred grams heavier than a regular ZenBook 14. Additionally, colors on the second screen will not be as vivid as the main display."
MSI Prestige 14
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Collin Probst | September 2022
"The MSI Prestige 14” is excellent for productivity and business use cases, but it is not ideal for creators or visual content editors. The Prestige was able to power through days of email, spreadsheets, and text documents without breaking a sweat and was a joy to use. The additional ports were a breath of fresh air, as most laptops seem to be moving towards just Thunderbolt ports. The security options made signing in effortless, with two quick, more secure, and faster options than even the most complex alphanumeric passcode."
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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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